BS/MAE Program:

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For students entering in Fall 2007 and later, the Architectural Engineering (AE) undergraduate program is a four-year program requiring 129 credit hours, leading to a Bachelor's of Science degree. A one-year Master of Architectural Engineering (MAE) program of 36 credits is also offered to students who complete the AE undergraduate program.

Architectural Engineering is the engineering design of buildings. Students will have the option to specialize in either the design of building structural systems, building mechanical and acoustical systems, or building lighting and electrical systems. The first two years are common to all three and include the same math and science courses common to all engineering programs. Students will take an introductory course in AE in their first semester. This course exposes the students to the materials and systems that make up a modern building. It will also provide a preview of the work they can expect to do after graduation. This first AE course helps the student to decide if this is the career path he/she wishes to pursue.

In the second semester, the AE student begins the first of a four-course sequence of courses in architecture. The purpose of these courses is to familiarize the engineering student with the thought and design process of architects and to develop an appreciation of the architectural features of buildings. This exposure to architecture is an important part of the student's education. It develops creativity and gives the AE graduates a unique ability to work effectively with their professional colleagues in architecture.

The intent of the AE program is to develop both breadth and depth. This is done by requiring the students to have a good understanding of all the systems that make up a building while also giving them a specialized education in their chosen option areas. The breadth is provided in the 5th and 6th semesters, with all students taking courses in each of the three areas of specialization. The depth is provided in the 7th and 8th semesters, as the program splits into the three option areas.

The final year of the AE undergraduate program features a one-semester senior design project. The project requires the student to practice all the design skills and understanding of building systems developed throughout the program. Students will complete a significant building design in a manner that closely simulates professional practice. The project will involve the evaluation and design of an element of a building. Faculty members will serve as consultants to the students.

A one-year Master of Architectural Engineering (MAE) degree follows the four-year undergraduate program. This fifth year continues the specialized education in each of the three option areas, and provides an introduction to professional practice.

Architectural Engineering is an accredited program by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). ABET accreditation was applied for with our first class of graduating students in 2003. ABET announced its decision in the summer of 2004, with accreditation action extending retroactively from October 1, 2002. The ABET accreditation is for the MAE degree.

Undergraduate and Graduate Courses:

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Current course offerings may be found here.

Undergraduate Admissions:

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The undergraduate BSAE program is a UNL program administered by the University of Nebraska - Omaha (UNO). In addition to UNO requirements, engineering majors must meet the following requirements:

• 4 units of mathematics, including Algebra I and II, Geometry, and Precalculus and Trigonometry
  
• 3 units of natural sciences, including Chemistry and Physics

For assured admission, you must have:

• an ACT composite score of 24 or greater or
  
• an SAT combined of 1110 or greater

Students who do not meet the requirements above should contact the college to discuss alternatives available for working toward their degree while clearing admission deficiencies.

If you are currently in another Engineering department, some of the courses you have already taken may apply towards this program, since most first year engineering courses are the same as in the first year of Architectural Engineering. Refer to the Curriculum.

Undergraduate Scholarships

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The College of Engineering awards many scholarships to incoming freshmen and continuing undergraduates each year. Scholarship applications can be obtained through the Associate Dean's office.

Incoming students can also apply for any freshman scholarship offered by the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The scholarship applications can be obtained from the University of Nebraska at Omaha Financial Aid Office or completed on-line.

Please note: to apply for the Scott Scholarships or General PKI Scholarships, you need to complete the additional application found here.