LEADERSHIP

RESEARCH AND PRACTICE INTENSIVE EDUCATION

Founded in 1906, the University of New Mexico School of Engineering offers outstanding academic programs leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science Degree, and Doctorate Degree. Research and practice are interwoven into nine accredited undergraduate programs and ten cutting-edge graduate programs. More than 1000 undergraduates and 600 graduate students are enrolled. The School has over 100 full-time faculty members and 55 visiting and research faculty in five departments.

US News and World Report ranks the UNM School of Engineering’s program among the best. The UNM SOE is ranked #14 for Engineering Graduate Programs by Princeton Review and #3 for Best Schools for Hispanics by Hispanic Business. The University of New Mexico is the only Hispanic-Serving Institution in the United States (US Department of Education “High Hispanic Enrollment”) that is also classified by the Carnegie Foundation as RU/VH (Research University–Very High research activity).

DEGREE PROGRAMS

All UNM School of Engineering undergraduate programs are accredited. Undergraduate engineering and computer science programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The Construction Management program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. Degree programs offered in the UNM School of Engineering are:

• BS, MS and PhD programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, and nuclear engineering and in computer science
• BS in construction engineering and BS and MS programs in construction management
• Masters of Engineering in manufacturing engineering
• MS and PhD programs in optical sciences and engineering and in nanoscience and microsystems
• A graduate certificate in scientific and engineering computation may be earned in conjunction with any of the graduate degrees. A dual Masters of Engineering in manufacturing/ MBA program is available, as is a “3 + 2” program of studies leading to the BS and MBA degrees.
  
  

COMMITTED TO STUDENT SUCCESS

The School of Engineering is the only disciplinary college at UNM that directly admits qualified beginning freshmen. To help students make a successful transition from high school to college, the Engineering Student Services office administers scholarships and a number of specialized programs, including advisement, mentoring, tutoring, and internships. ESS helps students fulfill requirements for admission to their department, receive academic and professional development support, and connect with student groups and professional organizations.

EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH

Research is a fundamental and enabling element that is integrated into virtually every program in the UNM School of Engineering and is the basis for most MS and PhD degrees. Faculty members average $300,000 in annual research expenditures. School of Engineering faculty and students collaborate across campus and with other universities, the national laboratories, and industry to solve problems and explore new ideas in science, medicine, art, and more. Strategic research thrusts include nanoscience, nanotechnology, and microsystems; biomedical engineering, bioinformatics, and biocomputing; energy, the environment, and water; information powered systems and high performance computing.

The School’s nine affiliated research centers enjoy international reputations, are closely linked to interdisciplinary advanced degrees, and serve as catalysts for collaboration with partners in the public and private sector.

• The Advanced Materials Laboratory (AML) is a Sandia National Laboratories facility located on the campus of the University of New Mexico that provides analyses for NSF-sponsored research projects and to for broader scientific and engineering community.
• The Center for Biomedical Engineering (CBME) is an interdisciplinary research center that coordinates research and education in biomedical engineering.
• The Center for Emerging Energy Technologies supports research on new materials for energy conversion and power generation in devices.
• The Center for High Performance Computing (HPC@UNM) provides the infrastructure and facilities needed to continue the growth of computing and supports faculty-led, computing-based research throughout UNM.
• The Center for High Technology Materials (CHTM) researches and educates in the fields of optoelectronics and microelectronics.
• The Center for Micro-Engineered Materials (CMEM) serves as a focal point for materials science research and education at UNM.
• The Center for Nuclear Nonproliferation Science and Technology promotes advanced research and development of cutting-edge technology to detect nuclear materials, along with training of the generation of nuclear safeguards specialists.
• Institute for Space & Nuclear Power Studies (ISNPS) focuses on space power and propulsion technologies and related fields.
• Manufacturing Training and Technology Center (MTTC) supports training, research and development, start-up companies, and manufacturing prototyping.

DIVERSITY IN ALL DIMENSIONS

The School embraces diversity, the source of great creativity, innovation, insight, and excitement—attributes that enhance educational quality at all levels. Diversity at the School of Engineering includes cultural diversity in students, faculty, and staff and ranges from interdisciplinary cross-college programs to the seamless integration of teaching, research, and practice.

The UNM School of Engineering graduation rates for Hispanic and Native American students are among the highest in the U.S. Currently 30% of engineering undergraduates come from underrepresented groups (African American/black, American Indian and Hispanic) and 20% of our students are female, on par with the national average. The School ranks third in granting Bachelor and Doctorate degrees to American Indians, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Intellectual property and start-ups developed by faculty and students are contributing to the region’s economic development. The university’s innovative technology is licensed by STC.UNM, including School of Engineering research in optics, microfluidics, and high performance materials as well as diagnostics, medical devices, and drug discovery tools.

Critical K-12 support includes School of Engineering undergraduate and graduate students co-teaching K-12 optics, nanoscience, and biomedical engineering modules. Faculty and students are engaged in teacher professional development and support summer research opportunities for high school teachers and students. The School’s Pre-College Math and Science Program is designed for K-12 students in an effort to instill an interest in pursuing careers in engineering, math and science.

School of Engineering students and faculty volunteer their time and expertise in numerous community endeavors, including Engineers Without Borders, science and engineering fairs, and student mentoring programs.

School of Engineering
Office of the Dean
Farris Engineering Center 107 - MSC01 1140
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Phone: (505) 277-5521 Fax: (505) 277-1422
email: soe@unm.edu