Undergraduate Engineering
About the Engineering Program
SRU’s engineering programs prepare students with strong scientific foundations and hands-on skills for high-demand, future-focused careers. The department offers programs in Petroleum and Natural Gas, Mechanical, Industrial and Systems, Electrical and Computer, Civil Engineering, and Construction Management.
In Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, students gain expertise in traditional petroleum core areas—such as drilling, production, and reservoir engineering—while also exploring emerging energy technologies like hydrogen and geothermal systems that contribute to global energy security. Mechanical Engineering students engage in mechanical design, manufacturing, and mechatronics, while Industrial and Systems Engineering emphasizes process improvement, Six Sigma, and supply chain logistics. Civil Engineering spans all major sectors including structural, transportation, environmental, and water resources, and Electrical and Computer Engineering covers power systems, circuits, hardware, and software design. The Construction Management program combines engineering knowledge with project planning, cost estimation, and leadership in construction operations.
Across all disciplines, students benefit from hands-on learning in advanced laboratories and team-based capstone design projects led by SRU faculty and typically sponsored by industry partners.
Four programs—Petroleum and Natural Gas, Industrial and Systems, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering—are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The Electrical and Computer Engineering and Construction Management programs are newly established and will seek ABET accreditation once their first cohorts graduate. Additional information is available here.
What Can I Do With an Engineering Degree?
Graduates with engineering and construction management degrees enter a job market defined by high demand, strong growth, and competitive salaries across diverse technical fields. Petroleum engineers design and develop advanced methods for extracting oil and gas, earning a median annual wage of $141,280 in 2024. Mechanical engineering careers, who earn a median wage of $102,320, are expected to grow by 9% between 2024-2034. They design and innovate across industries from manufacturing to robotics, while industrial and systems engineers—projected at 11% growth and $101,140 per year—optimize complex processes in sectors such as production, logistics, and healthcare. Civil engineering, the largest field by employment, focuses on designing and maintaining critical infrastructure like roads, bridges, and water systems, offering a median salary of $99,590 and a 5% projected growth rate. Electrical and computer engineers, earning a median annual salary of about $118,780, design power systems, circuits, hardware, and software that drive modern technology, with job growth projected at 7%. Construction management professionals, who plan, coordinate, and oversee building projects, earn a median annual wage of $106,980, with employment projected to grow 9% from 2024 to 2034. Together, these disciplines power innovation, strengthen communities, and provide SRU graduates with rewarding, high-impact careers in the global economy.
Why Choose an Engineering Degree?
- Expert Faculty and Personalized Support
All courses are taught by dedicated faculty with advanced degrees and industry experience. With an average class size of 30, you'll receive personalized support and guidance from professors who are experts in their fields and invested in your success. - Hands-On Learning
You'll learn by doing in programs that emphasize practical application. From a year-long capstone design project where you'll work on real-world problems to collaborative student-faculty research, you'll gain valuable experience that brings classroom concepts to life. - State-of-the-Art Laboratories
Our programs are equipped with multiple modern teaching laboratories. You'll train on the same state-of-the-art devices used by leading engineering and energy companies, ensuring you graduate with relevant technical skills. - Exceptional Value
SRU offers one of the most affordable engineering programs in the region, providing a high-quality, hands-on education without the high cost associated with many other institutions.
