Environmental engineering applies science and engineering principles to solve environmental and public health problems, aiming to protect natural ecosystems, improve human health, and enhance the quality of life. It focuses on developing solutions to issues like pollution, waste management, and resource sustainability.  

You learn to apply engineering principles to solve environmental problems and improve the health of ecosystems. You'll develop skills to address issues like waste treatment, pollution control, and remediation of contaminated sites. You'll also learn to consider the social, economic, and political aspects of environmental solutions.  You’ll delve into topics such as ecology and ecological impact, waste management, water and wastewater treatment, environmental microbiology, water resources engineering, hydrology, preventive engineering, life-cycle analysis, design for the environment, and the social and environmental impact of technology.