Engineering Science

Bachelor of Science

The Wheeling University Engineering Science program offers students the best of two worlds: liberal arts and technology. In contemporary society, engineers are expected to be professionally competent; they must also be aware of the ethical dimension of their work and its impact on the quality of human life. Moreover, those aspiring to management positions will need to be articulate and precise in spoken and written communication. The combination of a strong scientific background with a liberal arts core gives Wheeling University students and graduates a competitive edge for career advancement. The engineering science major is structured around electrical, industrial and mechanical engineering topics. The curriculum combines mathematics and sciences with fundamental engineering courses that stress analytical study with hands-on laboratory work. The curriculum is designed to allow students to seek professional licensure while working as engineers or to enter graduate study in a variety of engineering fields.

The engineering science program provides a rigorous and challenging curriculum which prepares students for successful careers in engineering. Within a few years of graduation our graduates are expected to be successful professionals in diverse engineering fields or engaged in graduate study; to pursue lifelong learning; to assume increasing levels of responsibility on technical or managerial projects within their work organizations; to use their knowledge and skills in service to their professions and communities; and to draw upon their Catholic educational experience to serve the needs of humankind.

Student outcomes are knowledge, skills, and/or behaviors that prepare students to attain the program educational objectives. By the time of graduation, our students will have demonstrated the following:

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and, mathematics

an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well, as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors

an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts

an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives

an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions

an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies