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B.S. in Architectural Engineering

The Field
Architectural engineers are the engineers who make buildings function. Among their duties, they design and create the heating, air conditioning and electrical systems of buildings. Architectural engineering graduates pursue careers in the construction industry or related areas.


The Program

The four-year bachelor of science degree program prepares you for a career in the design and construction of buildings and building systems.

Through a combination of lecture and laboratory courses, you will connect theory and the practical application of design principles, practice, methods and materials. Graduating from the architectural engineering program provides you with a core of mathematics, science, construction materials and business, plus a design specialty.

There are three design specialties offered in the architectural engineering program. You must select one of the design specialties in your junior year:

  • Building Electrical Systems
  • Building Environmental Systems
  • Building Structural Systems

The MSOE Advantage
MSOE's impressive faculty is the core of the architectural engineering program. With years of experience practicing what they teach, the professors make phenomenal instructors and even better mentors. The laboratories in which you learn the ins and outs of your profession are industry standard and so are the computer programs you will use. Additionally, the program offers the benefits of longstanding partnerships with business and industry leaders, as well as a comprehensive focus on student support.


The Results

MSOE's graduates enjoy an average starting salary over $48,700. The placement rate in architectural engineering is 100%!  The placement rate is so high because MSOE students work in sophisticated labs and learn important careers skills such as collaboration and client presentation. Companies such as GRG Engineering, A. Epstein and Sons International and Johnson Controls hire many of our graduates each year.


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Program Director: Dr. John Zachar
If you would like to learn more about this program, please contact the Admission Office.
Will Mak

Will Mak

Class of: 2009 Major: Architectural Engineering Will Mak is planning for a career in building environmental systems. Read More