ADMINISTRATION

Dean Dr. Joseph L. Cecchi
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Charles B. Fleddermann
Associate Dean for Research Dr. Kevin J. Malloy
Chair, Department of Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Dr. Julia Fulghum
Chair, Department of Civil Engineering Dr. Arup Maji
Chair, Department of Computer Science Dr. Stephanie Forrest
Chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Dr. Chaouki T. Abdallah
Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Juan Heinrich

ESTABLISHED

Established in 1906, The University of New Mexico School of Engineering offers an outstanding engineering and computer science education in a research-intensive environment.

MISSION

Our mission is to educate students in engineering and computer science to contribute to the social, technological, and economic development of our state, nation, and global community. We offer a superior education in engineering and computer science in an environment that fosters teamwork, cultural and intellectual diversity, a strong sense of public responsibility, and lifelong learning.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

The School of Engineering offers BS, MS and PhD programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, and nuclear engineering and in computer science; a BS in construction engineering and BS and MS programs in construction management; a Masters of Engineering in manufacturing engineering; and PhD programs in optical sciences and integrative 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. All undergraduate degrees are accredited.

THE UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico is the state's largest university, serving more than 31,000 students. The University of New Mexico-Albuquerque 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).

DIVERSITY

Most of the School's undergraduate students come from New Mexico , and the demographics reflect the multicultural character of our state. The UNM School of Engineering graduation rates for Hispanic and Native American students are among the highest in the U.S. Currently 40% 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. Hispanic Business magazine ranked the School in the "Top Ten for Hispanics" in September, 2006.

PUBLIC RESPONSIBILITY

Students and faculty in the School of Engineering engage in a variety of projects that benefit the State of New Mexico. Ongoing projects include removal of arsenic in ground water, restoration of the Rio Grande and the surrounding cottonwood forest, and cancer research with the UNM School of Medicine.

STUDENT SERVICES

The School of Engineering is the only college at UNM that directly admits qualified beginning freshmen. Engineering Student Services provides guidance for freshmen through the freshman engineering program and provides resources to help all students succeed, including specialized programs for students from underrepresented groups.

2006 ENROLLMENT

Chemical & Nuclear Engineering
Civil and Construction Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Freshman Engineering
Manufacturing
Optical Sciences
Total

Undergraduate

69
67
92
166
171
431
0
_0
996

Masters

44
58
49
113
53
0
20
8
345

Ph.D.

52
14
61
85
20
0
0
13
245

CRITICAL RESEARCH

Research is integrated into virtually every program in the UNM School of Engineering. Graduate as well as undergraduate students participate in a wide spectrum of independent research projects. Research at the School is highly interdisciplinary, involving collaborations with other UNM colleges, schools, and centers, and is strengthened by partnerships with other universities, the national laboratories, and industry. The School's strategic research thrusts include nanoscience, nanotechnology, and microsystems; biomedical engineering, bioinformatics, and biocomputing; energy, environment, and transportation; information powered systems, high performance computing, and high bandwidth communications.

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTERS

• The Center for Biomedical Engineering (CBME) is an interdisciplinary research center that coordinates research and education in biomedical engineering and is a focal point for biomedical engineering and biotech collaborations.
• 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 High Performance Computing (HPC@UNM) provides the infra-structure and facilities needed to continue the growth of computing and supports faculty-led, computing-based research throughout UNM.
• Manufacturing Training and Technology Center (MTTC) supports training, research and development, start-up companies, and manufacturing prototyping.
• Waste Management Education Research Center (WERC) leverages expertise from throughout New Mexico to address environmental issues.
• The Advanced Materials Laboratory (AML) is a Sandia National Laboratories facility located on the campus of the University of New Mexico
• Alliance for Transportation Research Institute ( ATRI) serves as a resource for contributions to transportation policy.
• Institute for Space & Nuclear Power Studies (ISNPS) focuses on space power and propulsion technologies and related fields.

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