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Environmental Engineering Programs

Engineering for a sustainable environment ...

Photos of nvironmental engineering students involved in program activities such as working in a wetland a stream and in an irrigation drainage control field setup

Our programs

Bio & Ag programs solve environmental problems spanning North Carolina's varied regions from the Appalachian mountains to coastlines and its reach extends nationally and globally.

Two engineering researchers work in a field checking the instalation of drainage pipes.Two faculty researchers work on a drainage project.

A V shaped metal structure in the stream bed is used to adjust water levels.A V-notched metal weir is used to measure flow rates.

Dr. Cheschier checks a data box on a tempoary wood board bridge where a large draniage structure is being monitored. Students work in the background.Students work with faculty adjusting water level recorders.

Department Fast Facts

What is Environmental Engineering?

Environmental engineering applies engineering principles to natural systems to solve and prevent environmental degradation. The discipline uses knowledge of soil, water, and air systems to engineer solutions from field to watershed scales.

Areas of interest to environmental engineers are:

  • Water and air pollution control
  • Environmental restoration and protection
  • Irrigation and Drainage
  • Liquid and solid waste management
  • Soil hydrology
  • Water resource management
  • Bioremediation
  • Water treatment
  • Public health & water quality
  • Land management
  • Environmental policy and law

Who are Environmental Engineers?

An engineer uses land surveying equipment.
Environmental engineers often work outdoors to plan projects and determine environmental impacts.

Environmental Engineers solve problems working with natural systems. They protect the resources we need to produce our food, fiber and shelter. Environmental engineers design, evaluate, and implement systems that optimize utilization of natural resources while minimizing their degradation. They research, plan, and implement workable air, water, and soil systems and its practices to respond to rapid changes in technology. Learn more about what environmental engineers do.

Careers...

Environmental Engineers are employed in:

  • Federal, state, and local government agencies
  • Industries needing environmental compliance
  • Private environmental engineering consulting services
  • Environmental Laboratories
  • See more Job Opportunities

Are you interested in becoming an environmental engineer? See the Undergraduate or Graduate Programs

Department moto: We bring Engineering to Life