1. Water Resources Engineering Minor

Water Resources Engineering Minor

 
Undergraduate Program Fact Sheet
 Water Resources Engineering Minor

Shaping the Future of Water

Gain expertise in water resources engineering with this transcript-visible minor, where you’ll learn to create solutions for water scarcity, quality, distribution, management, and infrastructure. Designed to complement your engineering degree, this credential opens doors to careers in sustainable development, environmental consulting, and infrastructure design—positioning you to make a meaningful impact in a high-demand field.
Rowan Fay

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"As a water resources engineer, I’m shaping sustainable solutions to provide safe, reliable water for people and the ecosystems we rely on. It’s my way of building a future where everyone and everything has what they need to thrive." -Rowan Fay

Water Resources Engineering Minor Degree Options

A flexible curriculum that integrates with your BS degree

Students earning BS degrees in Civil, Environmental, Ecological, & Forest Engineering will earn more than half of the required credits by fulfilling their major requirements. Many engineering students can earn this minor with no additional coursework nor cost by selecting appropriate technical electives in consultation with your advisor

Example Electives
  • River Engineering
  • Coastal Infrastructure
  • GIS in Water Resources
  • Hydrogeology & Groundwater Engineering
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment
Fundamentals & Requirements
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Hydrology
  • Hydraulics
  • Nonpoint Source Pollution
  • Optimization in Water Resources

Degrees that Pay. Careers that Matter.

Job opportunities are abundant for graduates with expertise in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, or ecological sustainability. This expertise helps solve the world’s most pressing issues in the arenas of world hunger, human health, and environmental conservation. Discover how you can build a meaningful career that helps make tomorrow better.

Examples of career paths with a degree in Water Resources Engineering Minor include:

  • 750K Total number of Water Resources Engineers in the US
  • 5% Annual growth rate of the field of Water Resources Engineering
  • 45K Open positions for Water Resources Engineers advertised last month

Individualized Advising

Advisors help students develop their course of study. They are the students’ link to scholarships and campus resources, advise on matters of professional development, and point students toward experiential learning and leadership opportunities that will help them be successful in their agricultural or business careers after graduation. For Water Resources Engineering Minor advising, contact Khrystal Condon

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Why minor in Water Resources Engineering?

Broaden Career Opportunities: Adding a minor in water resources engineering can expand job prospects, as this expertise is valued across sectors including environmental consulting, government agencies, non-profit, and private industry.

Address Global Challenges: Water scarcity, pollution, and climate impacts on water systems are pressing issues worldwide. Students can gain knowledge and skills to help solve these challenges, making meaningful contributions to society and the environment.

Enhance Technical Skills: Water resources engineering provides hands-on skills solving water quality and quantity problems facing society. The minor complements BS curricula, deepening technical understanding and design skills.

Promote Sustainable Development: With a background in water resources engineering, students are prepared to design solutions that support sustainable development goals, including access to clean water, ecosystem protection, and climate resilience. Water resources engineers balance the use and management of water resources to meet both human and ecosystem needs.

Pathway to Specialization: For those interested in graduate studies in water resources engineering, this minor provides foundational knowledge and experience, positioning students for successful research and industry careers.