Programs of
Study
Engineering
Graduates of the engineering program have successfully
found employment in areas such as research and development, government,
industry and manufacturing, and business. The starting salary range is usually
between $40,000-$50,000.
Engineering is the profession in which knowledge of
mathematics and natural sciences is applied to develop ways to utilize the
materials and forces of nature for the benefit of mankind.
Planning for College
The University of Scranton encourages a strong college
preparatory program in high school with a minimum of four years of English,
three years of mathematics, social science and science, and at least two years
of a foreign language with additional units taken in acceptable academic areas.
In addition, you are encouraged to take a full complement of science courses,
advanced calculus and physics in high school.
Engineering at The University of Scranton
The engineering program at The University of Scranton
offers you undergraduate majors in the following:
The objective of each program is to prepare you for a
professional career or advanced study in computer engineering, electrical
engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, optical engineering, or
business/administrative positions for other areas of engineering, including
chemical, civil, environmental and mechanical.
As a student in the engineering program, you'll study
basic science courses such as physics, chemistry and biology, mathematics and
statistics, computer science, electrical engineering, design, selected business
and economics courses, writing, public speaking, and the liberal arts.
Outcomes
Graduates of The University of Scranton engineering
program have found employment in areas such as research and development,
government, industry and manufacturing, and business. The starting salary range
is usually between $40,000-$50,000.
Some agencies that have recently hired University of
Scranton graduates are:
- Department of Environmental Resources
- Dupont Electronics
- Hubbell, Inc.
- Lockheed Martin
- Naval Research Lab
- Thomas Jefferson Medical College Department of
Research
Finding Out More
If you would like additional information about
engineering at The University of Scranton, please contact Robert A. Spalletta,
Ph.D., Department Chair, at (570) 941-6210. His e-mail address is
ras305@scranton.edu.
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