ESE - Energy Systems Engineering

The Energy Systems Engineering (ESE) program prepares graduates for careers in engineering design, planning, installation and operations of various power generation and management technologies in the fast-growing energy industry, including conventional, alternative and renewable methods. They learn how to use modern engineering tools and techniques to design, implement and safely operate various energy systems.

 Advanced mathematics and applied engineering courses help cadets acquire critical problem-solving skills, as well as an ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data.  Design courses and field work focus on the necessary teamwork, communication, critical thinking, and ethical components 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.

 This knowledge is reinforced through three required Co-ops and an optional international Experiential Learning course.  An optional USCG Marine Engineer license can be attained by completing a dual major in Marine Engineering (MENG) and four sea terms.