Electrical + Environmental Science B.S.

JOB OUTLOOK 

Graduates of this program are uniquely prepared for careers in environmental engineering, environmental data analytics, renewable energy systems, environmental instrumentation, energy efficiency and green building technologies. Interdisciplinary expertise in electrical engineering and environmental science also prepares them for roles in environmental policy development, electric grid modernization, system-level planning and project management. Their broad technical foundation enables graduates to contribute to government agencies, utilities, consulting firms, technology companies, research organizations, and environmental organizations dedicated to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Annual Wage Information

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Environmental Engineering is forecasted to grow 4% from 2024 to 2034, reflecting continued demand for engineering and technology professionals adept at addressing environmental challenges. The national annual median pay for environmental engineers is approximately $104,170 (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024). In Ohio, the annual median wage is approximately $114,820 (Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2023).

Curriculum

Curriculum pending approval. Courses subject to change.

Minimum hours required for the degree: 120
Minimum hours required for the major: 92

Mathematics and Science Required Courses (29 credit hours)

• CHM 261: General Chemistry I /CHM 266: General Chemistry Laboratory I
• CHM 262: General Chemistry II /CHM 267: General Chemistry Laboratory II
• MTH 181: Calculus I
• MTH 182: Calculus II
• ESC 250: Differential Equations for Engineers
• ESC 310: Engineering Statistics and Probability
• PHY 243: University Physics I (Writing)

Electrical Engineering Required Courses (31 credit hours)

• INQ 170: Engineering Launch
• ESC 151: C Programming
• EEC 310: Electric Circuits I
• EEC 311: Electric Circuits II
• EEC 312: Electric Circuits Laboratory
• EEC 313: Electronics I
• EEC 314: Electronics II
• EEC 315: Electronics Laboratory
• EEC 318: Analysis, Design and Simulation of Dynamic Systems
• EEC 383: Digital Systems
• EEC 384: Digital Systems Laboratory

Environmental Science Required Courses (18 credit hours)

• EVS 322: Geospatial Concepts & Tools /EVS 323: Geospatial Concepts & Tools: Practicum (or UST 485: GIS Principles)
• EVS 300: Physical Features of Ecosystems /EVS 301: Physical Features of Ecosystems Laboratory
• EVS 302: Biological Features of Ecosystems /EVS 303: Biological Features of Ecosystems Laboratory
• PHY 470: Environmental Physics
• UST 436: Urban Sustainability

Environmental Science Electives (12 credit hours)

At least one elective must be chosen from each of the categories of physical science and ecosystem science.

Physical Science

• EVS 354: Environmental Geochemistry /EVS 355 - Environmental Geochemistry Lab
• EVS 430: Climate Change: An Interdisciplinary Overview
• EVS 424: Introduction to Remote Sensing /EVS 425 - Introduction to Remote Sensing: Practicum
• EVS 444: Hydrology /EVS 445 - Hydrology Lab 

Ecosystem Science

• EVS 454: Conservation Biology /EVS 455 - Conservation Biology Laboratory
• EVS 470: Aquatic Ecosystems /EVS 471 - Aquatic Ecosystems Laboratory
• EVS 506: Ecosystem Science
• BIO 452: Urban Ecology /BIO 453 - Urban Ecology Lab
• BIO 466: Invasion Ecology
• BIO 472: Wetland Ecology /BIO 473 - Wetland Ecology Field Lab
• BIO 474: Stream Ecology /BIO 475 - Stream Ecology Field Lab
• BIO 478: Plant Ecology /BIO 479 - Plant Ecology Laboratory 

Capstone Project (2 credit hours)

• EEC 493: Senior Design I

Please consult the current Undergraduate Catalog for full curriculum details.