2014 CSE Student Viewbook

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WHAT SPARKED IN SCIENCE AND “I have always asked, ‘Why?’ When my parents bought me a trike, I sat down next to it, turned it over and started playing with the wheels to determine how it worked.”

—Rob Michalak Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics major

“When I realized I could apply physics and math to learn about the world around us—and help change and affect it for the better—I thought that was pretty cool.”

—Kelly Stifter Physics, Astrophysics, and Mathematics major

WHAT PR DO DREAM O

“I’m interested in knowing how the Universe came to be. Why is there matter instead of nothing?”

—Benjamin Ihde Physics and Astrophysics major

“Wouldn’t it be nice to have self-sealing materials that would basically fix the roads as cracks happen?”

—Michael Braun Materials Science and Engineering major

“We will run out of petroleum some day. I want to help make a smooth transition from petroleum-based automobiles to vehicles that use bio-based fuels.”

—Evelyn McLaughlin Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering major

“Through biomedical engineering, I dream of solving medical conditions for the spine.

I would love to help find long-term solutions for scoliosis and back pain.”

—Amanda Dahl Biomedical Engineering major

“I hope to develop polymers that are biodegradable and green for the environment, as well as cost efficient, so corporations are more likely to incorporate them into their products.”

—Ben Gelhaus Chemical Engineering major

YOUR CURIOSITY D ENGINEERING? “Playing with Legos sparked my curiosity—it still does. Building things and seeing how they worked—that drew me to science and engineering.”

—Jared Mullenbach Geoengineering major

“My dad is an engineer and I always thought it would be a good career choice.”

“I became curious about engineering when I disassembled a mechanical pencil and reassembled it in middle school. I realized it was kind of fun and challenging.”

—Abhishek (Shaq) Thakar Chemistry major

—Melissa Neumann Electrical Engineering major

ROBLEM O YOU OF SOLVING?

“Whether making tasks easier for disabled people or deemed too dangerous for humans, I want to work in robotics where there is potential to help people.”

—Luke Peterson Computer Science major

“The way math is taught is not very fun. It’s kind of like teaching an art class how to paint a fence. I want to find ways to make learning math more interesting and fun.”

—Megan Rubbelke Mathematics major

“I dream of knowing how the volatile elements behaved during Earth’s formation to figure out where they went in the planet so we can resolve some of the unknowns.”

—Emily Falksen Earth Sciences major

“I feel the United States is falling behind in the computer industry.

I want to help put us back on the map.”

—Amith Abraham Computer Science major

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Are you good at science and math?

Do you want to work on cool stuff? Do you like puzzles and other mind challenging games? Do you enjoy a challenge? Today’s challenges demand curious and creative minds—scientists and engineers whose curiosity will fuel solutions to the world’s most pressing and complex problems in energy, the environment, and human health.

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At the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), you will be part of a distinctive undergraduate experience where you can turn your curiosity into a career you’ll love.

Home to top-ranked science and engineering programs, CSE is the only college at a major research university in the nation that blends together engineering, mathematics, and the physical and computer sciences.

Do you want to learn from world-class faculty?

Our faculty members win a lot of awards and they’re smart.

We have about 420 tenured and tenure-track faculty—including six Regents Professors, 11 National Academy of Engineering members, and four National Academy of Sciences members.

You’ll find them exploring space, uncovering mysteries at the nanoscale, expanding energy sources, increasing the power of information technology, and they do it all in state-of-the-art facilities.

Ninety-five percent of our classes are taught by tenured and tenure-track faculty, and they also serve as mentors and advisors. Under their guidance, you will acquire scientific and technical skills and the ability to think critically, write effectively, and learn independently.

If you participate in the University’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), you can work side-by-side with faculty, playing a role in new discoveries, while getting paid. The valuable experience you gain through this program will help to launch your career after graduation.

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Do I need to choose a major right away?

If you’re considering CSE, you obviously have an aptitude for science and math. But you may be concerned about what major to choose. Don’t worry yet—think more big picture about your long-term goals.

Our students are curiously smart, and they ask big questions. You will be challenged by our academic programs, which consistently appear among the top 20 in national rankings by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and the National Research Council.

When you choose from our 19 majors, you’ll receive fundamental training in the physical sciences, mathematics, and computer science, followed by specialized courses in your chosen field. Most programs require 120 to 128 credits. To graduate within four years, you’ll need to average 15 to 16 credits each semester.

You will also choose from campus-wide general education requirements including art, music, history, and more. It’s also recommended you take at least one computer science course to help with problem-solving skills, independent of your major. To see sample four-year course plans for each major, visit cse.umn.edu/fouryearplans.

Our First Year Experience course, CSE 1001, is required for all new CSE freshmen. Taught by professional staff, CSE upperclassmen, and faculty, the one-credit course helps you see tangible connections between your coursework and career goals.

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Are you ready for a challenge?

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You do not need to choose your major before entering CSE. During your freshman year, you’ll take core courses in math, physics, chemistry, biology, composition, and liberal arts. Our programs and advisors will help you focus on what drives your curiosity so you can select a major that meets your career and personal interests.

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What interests you? Is it renewable resources, alternative energy, or green industries? Several majors address those issues—bioproducts and biosystems engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, and more. What about helping people, enhancing healthcare, or developing medical devices? You could consider a major in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science and engineering, or another one of our majors.

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AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS Aerospace engineering and mechanics graduates design aircraft, spacecraft, and launch vehicles. They develop new technologies in areas that include the biomedical and computer industries.

They make it possible to explore space and the oceans to carry people and products around the world, and to communicate globally. Aerospace engineering and mechanics is ever-evolving and one of the most challenging career paths in the world.

CAREERS Spacecraft design engineer n Wind tunnel engineer n Flight test engineer n Aircraft design engineer n Project engineer n Research and development engineer n Test engineer n Stress analyst n Sales engineer n Professor n

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY • Fluid mechanics and aerodynamics • Propulsion • Structures and materials • Flight mechanics and control • Orbital mechanics • Instrumentation and experiments • Aerosystem design

Student profile: Robert Michalak “After finals week, you feel extremely liberated. All the hard work and sleepless nights build up to a wave of satisfaction in what you’ve accomplished. My success in CSE definitely has instilled a strong work ethic.”

Major: Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics Hometown: Hartford, Wisc.

Using data from powerful new technologies, astrophysicists make discoveries that raise new questions about our universe. They study the physics of the universe. They interpret observational data through mathematics and physical laws. Astrophysicists apply disciplines of physics, including mechanics, electromagnetism, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, relativity, nuclear and particle physics, and atomic and molecular physics.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Students complete core courses in math, physics, and astrophysics and then choose an area of emphasis: professional astronomy,

computational astrophysics, secondary education, data-analysis specialist/laboratory scientists, or military reserve officer.

Many students major in both astrophysics and physics, which includes a supervised observation or theoretical research project in their senior year.

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ASTROPHYSICS

Students make use of excellent facilities including: 30-inch reflector near Minneapolis; 60-inch reflector on Mt. Lemmon near Tucson, Ariz.; large facilities such as Arecibo Radio Observatory, Kitt Peak National Observatory, Mauna Kea Observatory, and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.

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CAREERS University researcher n Research equipment designer n Planetarium technician n Computational astrophysicist n Solar astronomer n Cosmologist n Planetary scientist n Telescope engineer n Support astronomer n Professor n

Student profile: Kelly Stifter “Not many schools have an astrophysics program, but the University did. They offered great academics and lots of research opportunities for a reasonable price.”

Major: Physics, Astrophysics, and Mathematics Hometown: Shoreview, Minn.

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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING Biomedical engineers help to solve medical and scientific health problems. They are involved in medical design fabrication and testing, prosthesis fabrication, ergonomics, monitoring physiological function, developing home health care technology, biomedical informatics, and functional imaging and tomography.

They also conduct research in biomaterials and biocompatibility, artificial tissue and organ fabrication, cell- and biomolecule-based sensors and therapeutics, gene therapy, and biomedical microsystems.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY This field is constantly changing with advances in biology, medicine, and technology. The biomedical engineering degree program gives you a broad, deep foundation so you can adapt to new opportunities and applications throughout your career.

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Many of the world’s largest medical device manufacturers are based in the Twin Cities, providing internships, jobs, mentors, and project advisors.

The curriculum features: • freshman seminars led by professors and industry professionals, • biology and physiology courses as well as math, physics, and chemistry, • core courses in biomedical engineering with integrated labs, • custom elective tracks, allowing students to tailor studies on their career interests, and • a senior design sequence advised by a practicing biomedical engineer.

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Medical device designer Prothesis designer Medical diagnostics Biomechanical engineer Biomaterials engineer Clinical engineer Rehabilitation engineer Physiological systems engineer

Student profile: Amanda Dahl “CSE faculty, administration, and career and advising counselors are all here to enhance your experience and take an interest in what you do; take an interest in what they do. Relationships are the currency of power.”

Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Woodbury, Minn.

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Student profile: Evelyn McLaughlin “When you enter CSE, understand that doing homework will take time. I once spent more than an hour on ONE physics problem.

CSE is not supposed to be easy.

If it were, I would be worried!”

Major: Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering Hometown: Minnetonka, Minn.

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Within this major, students may specialize in three areas: • bioproducts engineering, • environmental and ecological engineering, and • food engineering.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The College of Science and Engineering offers the bioproducts and biosystems engineering program jointly with the College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences.

Accredited as a program in biological engineering, the curriculum provides a strong foundation in science and engineering, which will prepare you to solve problems and develop solutions that promote sustainable use of renewable resources and enhancement of the environment.

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Bioproducts and biosystems engineers create solutions in all stages of design, development, and manufacturing that promote sustainable use of renewable resources and enhancement of the environment. They also design products and systems to meet the world’s growing needs for materials, energy, and food. Closely aligned with employer demand, this degree will position you as a strong candidate for jobs in industry, agencies, and consulting firms.

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BIOPRODUCTS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING

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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Chemical engineers are undertaking some of the planet’s greatest challenges in energy resources, pollution control, and new medical therapies. They work on a wide variety of projects to chemically and physically transform matter. As a chemical engineer, you will solve technical problems, create and improve products, and make lives better. With a degree in chemical engineering, you will be prepared to work in a wide range of industries or may go on for graduate study in medical sciences, materials science, or patent and environmental law.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The curriculum features: • coursework based on applied chemistry, biology, physics, materials science, mathematics, and economics; • applied mathematics; material and energy balances; properties and physics of gases, liquids, and solids; fluid mechanics; heat and mass transfer; thermodynamics; chemical and biological reaction kinetics and reactor design; and integrating subjects of process design, control, and economic optimization; and • a broad-based program emphasizing both basic and engineering science.

Students may add a complementary second major in chemistry or materials science.

CAREERS Biotechnology engineer Polymer manufacturing engineer n Pharmaceutical manufacturing engineer n Research and development engineer n Quality control engineer n Regulatory affairs engineer n Manufacturing production engineer n Food processing engineer n Petrochemicals engineer n Consultant n n

Student profile: Ben Gelhaus “The University has one of the best chemical engineering programs in the nation. CSE offers a wide array of exceptional and highly-respected science fields of study, which gave me the freedom to explore other science-related majors if I wanted.”

Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Racine, Wisc.

CHEMISTRY

CAREERS Biochemist Microbiologist n Industrial hygienist n Analytic chemist n Pharmaceutical chemist n Crime lab analyst n Food technologist n Toxicologist n Researcher n n

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The curriculum encompasses the major subfields of chemistry—the theories, techniques, and tools.

It includes chemistry, physics, mathematics, and the liberal arts.

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Chemists interact with nature at a fundamental, molecular level— its composition, properties, and transformation into new substances.

They are interested in molecular structure, the properties of materials, and in reactions that convert one material into another. Chemistry significantly impacts many other fields, including medicine, materials science, genetics, biology, pharmacy, food science, and environmental science.

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Students may select an emphasis area: • bioscience/bioproducts, • chemical physics, • chemistry education, • environmental chemistry, or • materials chemistry

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There are also dual tracks in: • chemistry and biochemistry, • chemistry and biology, and • chemistry and food science.

Students may also pursue individual research projects with chemistry faculty.

Student profile: Abhishek (Shaq) Thakar “I decided to attend CSE because I felt at home in the CSE community.

The faculty members are amazing, and they have helped me through so much. It also doesn’t hurt to know CSE is a highly ranked college with great opportunities for advancement.”

Major: Chemistry Hometown: Cupertino, Calif.

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CIVIL ENGINEERING Civil engineers build roads, buildings, tunnels, bridges, dams, water supply systems, sewage systems, pollution control facilities, airports, and railroads—the world’s infrastructure. One of the oldest engineering disciplines, civil engineers work as part of a team with a wide range of backgrounds and often use theory and models to predict how a design will perform.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The broad-based civil engineering curriculum prepares you for graduate school or a career in civil engineering by applying mathematics and physical sciences to solve specific, real-world problems in commerce and industry.

You will learn about the principal areas of civil engineering and select one as an emphasis area: • structures, • geoengineering, • water resources, • transportation, • environmental, or • construction management.

The curriculum also develops communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Beyond the classroom, you can gain valuable hands-on experience with an internship, a research project, or a team competition, which includes designing and building a concrete canoe or a steel bridge.

Student profile: Anthony Vecchi “I wanted to start an undergraduate research project and reached out to one of my professors. He introduced me to several faculty members, providing them with a personal recommendation.

I’ve been researching ever since and continue to have a great relationship with that initial professor.”

Major: Civil Engineering Hometown: Duluth, Minn.

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Municipal planner Building engineer Water projects engineer Pollution control engineer n Road and bridge designer n Highway engineer n Urban transport engineer n n

COMPUTER ENGINEERING

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The computer engineering program provides a strong foundation in both electrical engineering and computer science. The curriculum, which is built on a foundation of mathematics and sciences, combines courses

from both disciplines that are closely related in designing: • personal computers, workstations, and supercomputers; • communication, control, and signalprocessing systems; and • instruments, appliances, and toys using microprocessors or microcontrollers.

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Computer engineers design, build, test, and install high-tech computing devices for everything from supercomputers to toys.

This in-demand field encompasses hardware, software, and systems that contain microprocessors or microcontrollers. Not only will you learn how to integrate hardware and software into systems that deliver power, performance, safety, security, and reliability, but also how they integrate into the larger picture.

Seniors choose one of the following emphasis areas: • computer architecture, • computer networks, • software engineering, • microprocessor and microcontroller systems, or • computer-aided circuit design.

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CAREERS Custom computer designer n Computer chip designer n Software designer n Computer network engineer n Electronic systems designer n Hardware engineer n Test engineer n Development engineer n Systems engineer/analyst n

Student profile: Amith Abraham “The time I’ve spent in CSE has been highlighted by being a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which has been an incredible experience. It’s wonderful to meet experienced students, alumni, and professionals in my major. I’ve learned so much from them.”

Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Mounds View, Minn.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer scientists are architects of the information society. They develop programming languages and operating systems, design computer software and hardware, apply computational techniques to other sciences, investigate social uses of computing, determine what programming language to use for a given problem, and advance new technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics.

Computer science faculty conduct many interdisciplinary research projects and play a vital role in major research collaborations within the Digital Technology Center, Minnesota Supercomputing Institute, and other University research facilities.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Reflecting the latest technological advances, the computer science curriculum is taught by renowned faculty, including experts on many software specializations. You will learn to design and analyze computer systems, using them to solve practical problems, and to assess their limitations.

You will have access to special research facilities like the Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Vision Laboratories, which includes lab space for undergraduate projects. You will also use state-of-the-art computing platforms and instructional facilities, including Sun, Windows, and Linux workstations and PCs.

CAREERS Computer support specialist n Computer programmer n Computer engineer n Network manager n Robotics engineer n Software or hardware developer n Systems and security administrator n Web designer n Researcher or professor n

Student profile: Luke Peterson “One reason I chose CSE is that my major program is one of the best in the U.S. I also saw many opportunities available to me that other colleges could not offer.�

Major: Computer Science Hometown: Monroe, Wisc.

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Student profile: Emily Falksen “I decided on CSE after I took a course in geology as a PSEO student during my senior year in high school and really enjoyed it. I got a feel for the tight-knit community in the Earth Sciences department and wanted to be part of it.”

Major: Earth Sciences Hometown: St. Paul, Minn.

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Research and teaching facilities in the earth science program are among the best in the world. Research laboratories are wellequipped with modern instrumentation.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The earth science program is an interdisciplinary field that provides you with a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology, and geophysics. Students are encouraged to choose from several elective courses to meet their interests and match their talents. Within the curriculum, you may choose a broad-based academic program, or choose to focus on one specialty area.

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Earth scientists study fossils, volcanoes, tectonics, water flows, lakes, minerals, rocks—the Earth itself. Evolved from the field known as geology, earth science studies our planet from its origin to today. Earth scientists will use tools from physics, chemistry, biology, chronology, and mathematics to build a quantitative understanding of how the Earth system works, how it evolved to its current state, and what changes are constantly taking place.

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Environmental scientist Geologist n Hydrogeologist n Mining geologist n Petrophysicist n Sedimentologist n Water resources manager n Researcher n Professor n

Electrical engineers generate technological advances that impact virtually every aspect of modern life. They deal with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. They design and develop components, software, and systems for computers, cell phones, home appliances, entertainment systems, and many other products we use every day.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The electrical engineering program provides a strong foundation in science, mathematics, and computer science. You will use the key tools of electrical engineering to analyze and interpret data, and will develop skills in experimentation and design.

The program emphasizes creative thinking, problem solving, communications skills, teamwork, and the professional and ethical responsibilities of an electrical engineer.

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

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You may choose one of these emphasis areas: • biomedical engineering, • telecommunications and signal processing, • control systems, • electric energy systems and power electronics, • microelectronic devices and circuit design, or • optics and magnetic recording.

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Component engineer Design engineer Test engineer Magnetic recording engineer Power engineer Microwave engineer Production engineer Signal processing engineer Systems engineer

Student profile: Melissa Neumann “I have always been interested in engineering because my dad is an electrical engineer.

I chose the University of Minnesota because I wanted to pursue engineering, and I love Gopher hockey!”

Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Ramsey, Minn.

Environmental engineers design and apply technologies to resolve issues of environmental concern. They design systems that produce safe drinking water, treat wastewater so that it can be reused and/or safely returned to the environment, accommodate municipal and hazardous waste, mitigate air pollution, and protect public health.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The environmental engineering program provides you with a strong foundation in mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology. You’ll use skills in critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and mathematical reasoning to solve complex environmental problems.

Within the curriculum, you will choose an area of emphasis: • water/wastewater treatment engineering, • solid and hazardous waste engineering, • hydrologic engineering, • hydraulic engineering, or • air pollution engineering.

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In 2014, the College of Science and Engineering added a new undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering that will prepare students to meet the employment demand in this high-growth field.

CAREERS Process engineer Regulator n Consultant n Water/wastewater engineer n Hydrologist n Hydraulic engineer n Air quality engineer n Environmental health research scientist n n

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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

“With half of our faculty working on problems related to the environment, it is exciting to launch the new degree program in environmental engineering.”

—Joseph Labuz Department Head Civil, Environmental, and Geo–Engineering

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GEOENGINEERING Geoengineers plan, analyze, and design water and waste systems, tunnels, dams, and other facilities on or under the surface of the Earth. Using geology, physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering mechanics, geoengineers are involved in predicting and controlling dynamic releases of energy as in damaging rock bursts in mines. Geoengineers develop better ways to recover petroleum resources and they study the consequences of disposing unwanted fluids injected into rock formations.

CAREERS Environmental geologist Geological advisor n Geological engineering technician n Geological project manager n Hydraulic engineer n Mining engineer n Geotechnical engineer n Consultant n Professor n n

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The curriculum includes courses in: • geology, • civil engineering, • geoenvironmental, • geofluids, • geomechanics, and • georesources.

With an additional year of study that includes a geology summer field camp, you may earn a double degree— bachelor of science in earth sciences and bachelor of geoengineering.

Student profile: Jared Mullenbach “CSE is rigorous. My advice to those entering is to KEEP STUDYING. It’s so easy to slack off when you feel you’re ahead in a class. Sooner than later, you’ll be challenged to keep up.”

Major: Geoengineering Hometown: Onalaska, Wisc.

Industrial and systems engineers design, plan, and manage large-scale and complex systems ranging from global supply chains, healthcare delivery systems and business and financial services to critical infrastructures.

Employed in a wide range of industries, they figure out how to do things better and engineer processes to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency. They are in high demand as systems thinkers with unique backgrounds that integrate science, engineering, mathematics, and management.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The curriculum combines courses in analytics (optimization, simulation, probability, and statistics) and management (project management, economics marketing, quality, and reliability) to support systems modeling, design, and optimization across a wide range of applications and domains.

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INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

After completing the core courses, students may tailor their elective courses to focus on an application area that includes supply chains, manufacturing and service operations, healthcare, and financial services.

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CAREERS Systems engineer Operations engineer n Supply chain analyst n Consultant n Quality engineer n Financial engineer n Logistics specialist n Healthcare systems analyst n Business software developer n n

Student profile: Katie Sargent “As a transfer student, the CSE staff has been great.

The University of Minnesota’s engineering program is very well respected and the location of the campus is great for both academic and professional opportunities.”

Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering Hometown: Lino Lakes, Minn.

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MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

CAREERS Ceramic engineer Component engineer n Metallurgical engineer n Materials scientist n Polymer engineer n Process engineer n Procurement engineer n Quality control engineer n Researcher n

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Materials scientists and engineers advance the science and technology of producing materials for nearly every product imaginable, from cell phones and artificial joints to automobiles and huge turbine rotors.

Working with metals and alloys, ceramics, polymers, semiconductors, and combined materials called composites, they study a material’s properties and structure, evaluate its performance, and improve or customize it. Materials engineers also design reliable, economical manufacturing processes, and select the best material for the final product.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The curriculum includes: • courses on the fundamental of engineering materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, electronic materials, and composites), • courses on the science of materials (thermodynamics and mass transport), and • hands-on lab courses.

You may choose elective courses that focus on a specialty area.

Because chemical engineering and materials science are combined in a single department, there are unique opportunities to pursue a double major and work with faculty on research projects.

“I chose CSE because of its highly ranked chemical engineering and materials science programs.

Because of its location near downtown Minneapolis, the opportunities—both academic and social—are essentially endless.”

Major: Materials Science and Engineering Hometown: Rochester, Minn.

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More than just numbers and formulas, mathematics is understanding the how and the why. Mathematics provides the foundation for many advances in science and engineering.

Mathematicians also help society by solving complex real-world problems in diverse fields and by teaching the next generation of students. In today’s world, mathematics offers both intellectual satisfaction and wideranging career opportunities.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The mathematics program offers undergraduate and graduate courses, and you may customize programs to meet the requirements.

Taking courses in a complementary discipline like engineering, physics, or economics may also broaden your career options.

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MATHEMATICS

The mathematics major includes broad technical elective requirements as well as courses in physics.

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You may specialize in actuarial mathematics, computer applications, mathematical biology—genomics or physiology—and mathematics education. These specializations require additional course work and you will earn a designation that appears on your diploma. Many students who pursue the actuarial curriculum pass the first two actuarial examinations before graduation.

Student profile: Megan Rubbelke “I wanted to attend a school with prestigious, challenging, and diverse programs. I knew a degree from CSE would give me endless career opportunities, and I liked the sense of community I saw when I visited in high school.”

Major: Mathematics Hometown: Aitkin, Minn.

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Mechanical engineering encompasses energy, transportation, bioengineering, environmental engineering, medical device design, heating and refrigeration, fluid power and fluid mechanics, manufacturing, and nanofabrication. A mechanical engineering degree is versatile and mechanical engineers often work on team projects involving aeronautics, biomedicine, civil engineering, and electronics.

CAREERS Automotive engineer Biomedical engineer n Controls engineer n Computer-aided designer n Design engineer n Electronics cooling engineer n Environmental engineer n Packaging engineer n Fluid power engineer n n

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY The first year provides a foundation of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology. The second and third years are devoted to the core topics: • dynamics, • solid mechanics, • materials engineering, • thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.

The last year focuses on a chosen professional area through technical electives, specialized labs, and a capstone design project. Using modern computer-based tools, you’ll gain hands-on design and laboratory experience throughout the program.

An optional co-op technical program is available, in addition to an integrated five-year program for a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.

Student profile: Rachel Troutman “I chose to attend CSE because it is one of the country’s top programs for engineering, located right in my home state. I knew I could get a great education here at a good price.”

Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Rochester, Minn.

Physicists explore the fundamental properties, laws, and structure of all forms of matter—living and non-living. They examine the relationships among space, time, matter, and energy. Studies range from the smallest subatomic elementary particles to galaxies forming the universe.

The program has a core curriculum and you may choose from five emphasis areas: • professional physics, • engineering, • biology, • teaching, or • computation.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Offering a flexible, real-world approach, the physics undergraduate program prepares you for careers in engineering and applied physics, computer applications, secondary school teaching, or biomedical sciences.

In a fundamental course called Methods of Experimental Physics, you will learn to use equipment, design and construct experiments, and present your results in a professional format. You are also encouraged to participate in research, either independently or as part of one of the department’s research groups. Many research opportunities include paid employment.

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PHYSICS

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CAREERS Researcher Laser engineer n Physicist n Industrial hygienist n Photo-optics technician n Photogrammetrist n Physical scientist n Aero dynamist n Professor n n

Student profile: Benjamin Ihde “My Methods of Experimental Physics course taught me that I’ve never actually done science before. Knowing equations and thinking through a process are helpful skills, but building an experiment that produces meaningful data is a work of dedication over months.”

Major: Physics, Astrophysics Hometown: Whitefish Bay, Wisc.

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STATISTICS Statistics is the science of learning from data.

Statisticians help make complex, critical decisions in business, industry, medicine, government, and scientific research. They collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and present data— and are constantly searching for better ways to do so. Statisticians often work in conjunction with professionals in fields such as biology, economics, engineering, medicine, public health, psychology, marketing, education, and sports.

Statistics majors are encouraged to complete a second major in another academic area or concentrate in computer science or in one of the engineering disciplines. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential because statisticians must be able to present their findings clearly and concisely.

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WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Statistics is a major offered jointly by the College of Science and Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts.

The statistics degree provides a broad foundation that can be combined with coursework in other technical disciplines.

You have the freedom to pursue your interest in industrial engineering, operations research, computer science, or actuarial science.

CAREERS Actuary Biostatistician n Data analyst n Database analyst n Economic forecaster n Quality engineer n Research analyst n Statistical analyst n Financial analyst n n

Student profile: Mia Bronstein “I chose the University because I knew it would be the best value. I also knew that I wanted to pursue something in the STEM fields, but wasn’t sure what, so I liked that all of the CSE programs were highly ranked.”

Major: Statistics, Mathematics minor Hometown: Minneapolis, Minn.

Do you want a satisfying career?

The Career Center offers career services support, including individual career counseling, professional development opportunities, and on-campus interviews with leading companies. Staff will work with you so you can achieve your personal career goals.

WHERE DO OUR GRADUATES GO? Minnesota – 64.3% Washington – 5.6% n Wisconsin – 3.7% n California – 3.4% n Michigan – 2.2% n Texas – 1.9% n Other States – 18.5% n n

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WHAT’S THE AVERAGE STARTING SALARY? • Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics - $62,000 • Astrophysics – $49,000 • Biomedical Engineering - $65,000 • Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering - $55,000 • Chemical Engineering - $69,107 • Chemistry - $59,461 • Civil Engineering - $45,857 • Computer Engineering - $79,857 • Computer Science - $74,840 • Earth Sciences – $47,000 • Electrical Engineering - $64,560 • Geoengineering – $49,000 • Materials Science and Engineering - $66,383 • Mathematics - $64,650 • Mechanical Engineering - $63,206 • Physics – $50,000 • Statistics - $52,000

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A SAMPLE OF COMPANIES THAT HIRE OUR GRADUATES 3M Accenture Alliant Engineering Amazon.com Apple, Inc. Barr Engineering Co. Beckman Coulter Boeing Boston Scientific Cargill Cisco Systems

Cummins Eaton Corporation Ecolab Emerson Process Management ExxonMobil Fishbowl Solutions General Electric General Mills Goodrich Google

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More than 250 companies and organizations throughout the world recruit CSE students.

With starting salaries consistently higher than the national average, more than 99% of our graduates receive a job offer within six months of graduation.

Honeywell Hutchinson Technology IBM Ingersoll Rand Intel Lockheed Martin Medtronic, Inc. Microsoft, Inc. Samsung Schlumberger Seagate Technology

St. Jude Medical Symantec Target Corporation The Dow Chemical Company UTC Aerospace Systems Vascular Solutions Xcel Energy

Using the “Rule of 32/20,” you will attend class 32 weeks a year. During the remaining 20 weeks, we recommend you build your resume with internships, co-op opportunities, leadership programs, international experiences, and more. Our Collegiate Life team will help you get the right experience beyond the classroom, including the programs below.

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CERTIFICATE IN TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS—Designed to equip you with communications skills employers are seeking, the Certificate in Technical Communications goes well beyond technical writing to embrace oral and visual communication, project design and development, digital technologies, and web-appropriate tools. A capstone project will provide students with a tangible portfolio that can be used for job applications during interviews. The certificate (minimum of 8 credits) is extremely meaningful to potential employers and graduate schools and includes a clear marker of proficiency.

LEARNING ABROAD—The University of Minnesota offers one of the nation’s largest international study programs. Programs vary in length by semester, academic year, or May Session. CSE offers three-week customized Global Seminars. Earn credit while visiting your dream destination. You may also sign up for a paid international summer internship or volunteer to complete an international project with a student group.

STUDENT GROUPS—Find your niche on campus, follow your passions, get involved, develop leadership skills, meet friends with similar interests, and make a difference.

There are more than 60 student groups associated with CSE you can join, including professional student societies, academic competition groups, honorary societies, leadership groups, and more.

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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM (UROP)—More than 200 CSE students work on research projects in every department. Get paid to work side-by-side with faculty researchers and apply what you’ve learned in class. You’ll broaden your leadership skills and get a boost for your future career.

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U BUILD ME? CSE also offers programs and more to support you through your college years.

LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES—From the day you set foot on campus, you can live and connect with students who share your interest in science and engineering. Communities include: CSE Second Year Experience House, The Taylor House for CSE, STEM Diversity House, University Honors Housing, and Women in Science and Engineering (WISE House).

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Above: Solar Vehicle Project team at the World Solar Challenge in Australia. Right: Pioneering research is conducted on a noninvasive 3-D brain-computer interface (BCI).

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UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM—Students admitted to the University’s Honors Program have the opportunity for an enriched curriculum in honors courses. You will explore unique topics spanning academic disciplines and giving you broad, global perspectives. You are offered honors advising, housing, social activities, and the opportunity to graduate with Latin honors.

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ACADEMIC ADVISING—Academic advisors will help you choose courses and prepare for registration, explore various majors, and stay on track for graduation. As an undergraduate student, you will have an academic advisor to help you navigate the college in order to reach graduation.

Ranking as one of the most comprehensive public universities in the United States, the University of Minnesota upholds a strong tradition of education and public service. It is both Minnesota’s land-grant and primary research university, with nationally and internationally-recognized faculty.

You’ll receive a great education at an affordable price with fellow classmates from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The University recognizes outstanding academic achievement with many campus wide or college-specific scholarships. In 2013, the University of Minnesota distributed $338 million to undergraduates through scholarships, loans, and work-study payments. CSE oversees and distributes more than $2.5 million annually in freshman and merit scholarships. You will be considered for most academic scholarships when you apply for admission. Visit www.admissions.tc.umn.edu to learn more about your financial options.

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Do you want a rigorous education for a great price?

Are you ready for opportunities in the city?

You will live and study in the heart of the Twin Cities, home to a number of Fortune 500 companies—especially in computer technology, medical devices, consumer products, and other high-tech areas. They include UnitedHealth Group, Target, Best Buy, 3M, U.S. Bancorp, Medtronic, General Mills, and Ameriprise Financial. With so many companies nearby, opportunities abound for internships, co-ops, and jobs.

Thanks to our close proximity to other colleges on campus, you will have access to interdisciplinary experiences in the health sciences, business, and liberal arts.

Offering a rich variety of cultural, social, and sporting events, as well as shopping and restaurants for every taste, the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area is ranked among America’s most livable communities. Whatever your preferences, our diverse community will keep you busy during your undergraduate years.

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DO YOU WANT TO LEARN MO

Yes, admission to the College of Science and Engineering is competitive. Traditionally, 70 percent of new freshmen have ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class. Applicants are reviewed on: • Successful completion of a college • • • •

preparatory curriculum, High school rank percentile, Grade point average, ACT or SAT scores, and Strength of curriculum through high school graduation, including courses that exceed the core subject requirements and any advanced courses (i.e. honors, advanced placement, international baccalureate, college level).

For more information, visit www.admissions.tc.umn.edu or call 612-625-2008. For transfer students, call 612-625-6403 or email csetrans@umn.edu.

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There is no better way to learn about our college than by visiting campus.

Schedule your visit today online at: www.admissions.tc.umn.edu/visit

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ORE? WHAT DRIVES YOUR CURIOSITY?

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COLLEGE AT A GLANCE Enrollment* • Undergraduate students — 5,150 • Graduate students — 2,638

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Freshman class* • 1,047 enrolled • 283 are female (27 percent), an all-time high • average ACT score — 30.8 • 78 of the University’s 136 National Merit Scholars are from CSE

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Degrees granted* • Undergraduate — 1,303 • Master’s — 536 • Doctoral — 248 Alumni • More than 60,000 living alumni, including about 250 who have received the University of Minnesota’s Outstanding Achievement Award, the University’s highest alumni award.

• In Minnesota, alumni have founded 2,600 active companies employing more than 175,000 and generating approximately $46 billion in annual revenue.

• Alumni have founded more than 4,000 active companies worldwide, employing 551,000 and generating annual revenues of $90 billion. * 2013-14 statistics

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