2024 Engineering Major Exploration Activities
Every semester, the Penn State College of Engineering hosts various activities to provide pre-major students with more information about their academic options and help them to make informed major selection decisions. Review the digital resources on this page, and check back for fall semester events.
Additional resources for first-year student engagement can be found here.
College of Engineering Exploration Activities
Aerospace Engineering
Charting Your Course for Aerospace Engineering
September 26 | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | 504 ECoRE
What is aerospace engineering? Video »
Architectural Engineering
Prospective Student Visits
September 13 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. and 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | 510 ECoRE
October 4, 11, and 25 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. and 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | 504 ECoRE
AE program presentation
What is architectural engineering? Video »
Biological Engineering
BE Information Event
October 16 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | 133 Agricultural Engineering Building
What is biological engineering? Video »
Biomedical Engineering
Potential Student Visit Sessions
September 13, October 4, October 11, and October 25 | 1:00 p.m. | 107 CBEB
What is biomedical engineering? Video »
Chemical Engineering
Potential Student Visits
September 13, October 4, October 11, October 25, and November 11 | 2:00 p.m. | 107 CBEB
What is chemical engineering? Video »
Civil Engineering
Exploring Civil & Environmental Eng
October 2 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | 504 ECoRE
CEE major presenstation, student demonstrations, and lab tour
What is civil engineering? Video »
Computer Engineering
October 7 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | W375 Westgate
What is computer engineering? Video »
Computer Science
October 7 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | W375 Westgate
What is computer science? Video »
Data Sciences
Electrical Engineering
EE Major Information Night
October 2 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | 101 EE East
EE major presentation, Q&A, and demonstrations
What is electrical engineering? Video »
Engineering, B.S.
Alternative Energy and Power Generation: Virtual Program Research Showcase (Penn State Hazelton)
View event recording.
Applied Materials: Brief Major Overview with a Lab and Facilities Tour (Penn State DuBois)
View video.
Engineering Science and Mechanics
ESC Major Event
October 3 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Second Floor EDI
Information on ESC major as well as research presentations and demos. Socialize with current students, faculty, and staff!
What is engineering science? Video »
Industrial Engineering
IE Major Information Sessions
September 26 and 27 | 12:10 - 1:10 p.m. | 101 Leonhard Building
IE major presentation, Q&A, and tour of Leonhard Building
What is industrial engineering? Video »
Mechanical Engineering
ME Major Open House
September 24 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. | 140 Reber Building
Undergraduate Office Q&A, student panel, and tour
What is mechanical engineering? Video »
Nuclear Engineering
Exploring the Nuclear Engineering Major
September 25 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. | 112 Hallowell (NIC)
Meet current nuclear engineering students and faculty and explore the nuclear engineering major!
What is nuclear engineering? Video »
School of Engineering Design and Innovation (SEDI)
College of Earth and Mineral Sciences
Energy Engineering
Coffee & Donuts with Energy and Mineral Engineering Faculty
September 24 | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Energy & Mineral Engineering Lounge, Room 110, Hosler Building
Come chat with faculty on topics related to energy, sustainability, and the environment.
Environmental Systems Engineering
Coffee & Donuts with Energy and Mineral Engineering Faculty
September 24 | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Energy & Mineral Engineering Lounge, Room 110, Hosler Building
Come chat with faculty on topics related to energy, sustainability, and the environment.
Mining Engineering
Coffee & Donuts with Energy and Mineral Engineering Faculty
September 24 | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Energy & Mineral Engineering Lounge, Room 110, Hosler Building
Come chat with faculty on topics related to energy, sustainability, and the environment.
Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
Coffee & Donuts with Energy and Mineral Engineering Faculty
September 24 | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Energy & Mineral Engineering Lounge, Room 110, Hosler Building
Come chat with faculty on topics related to energy, sustainability, and the environment.
Materials Science and Engineering
Material Science & Engineering Open House
September 24 | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. | Steidle Building Atrium (1st Floor)
Learn about the MATSE major, employment and scholarship opportunities, Come speak to our MATSE advisor, faculty, and students. Tours and demonstrations will be available. Sno-cones and other treats to enjoy!
College of Information Sciences and Technology
Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations
Protect information from hackers, discover security vulnerabilities, and communicate the risks and impacts of cyberattacks
Analyze large, complex, and diverse data sets to draw useful knowledge and actionable insights that can inform better decisions
Enterprise Technology Integration
Bridge the gap between business needs and tech solutions by analyzing needs, designing solutions, managing projects, and communicating and collaborating effectively.
Human-Centered Design & Development
Study and work with potential users to identify, design, build, and evaluate technologies that enhance people’s lives
Information Sciences & Technology
Build an understanding of core information technologies and how they affect social change and the delivery of information
Develop analytical skills that can address the security and risk challenges facing individuals, organizations, and the nation
