Society is largely responsible for setting the goals and framing the problems that engineers work on, while the technologies designed by engineers profoundly change the societies in which they operate. Technology has enabled a healthier, richer and more productive society, but it also contributed to some of the problems our world faces.
The Department of Engineering and Public Policy (EPP) is a unique engineering department focused on this critical intersection between technology and society.
Why EPP?
Degree programs in EPP offer a way to combine technical studies with an interest in societal well-being. Students broaden their career options and stand out to employers by deepening their societal perspective and strengthening their analysis skills. They synthesize knowledge of economics, decision-making, social sciences, and humanities while honing key professional skills in communication and collaborative problem-solving.