Minor in Architectural Engineering

Our students learn to design and construct safe and sustainable buildings. They are creative problem-solvers meeting the challenges of energy needs, building systems and community planning.

Architectural engineers develop and create innovative buildings and structures. Our students learn how to design structural systems, mechanical systems and electrical systems for buildings, while tackling challenges related to managing building construction. We prepare our students to meet the challenges of the 21st century, from creating buildings that can withstand natural disasters to developing affordable green technology to use in structures. 

  • Become a creative problem-solver
  • Gain hands-on design experience   
  • Refine your technical knowledge

Our architectural engineering program is one of only 24 accredited programs in the U.S.

Top 20 public U.S. university for engineering

(U.S. News and World Report, 2020)

Broaden your employment possibilities with additional knowledge and skills gained from a minor

Be successful.

A minor in architectural engineering allows you to enter the workforce with additional skills and knowledge alongside your major area of study.

 

Broaden your employment possibilities with additional knowledge and skills gained from a minor

 

Project engineer, designer and mechanical engineer are common job titles of our graduates

 

Kiewit Corp., ME Engineers, M. A. Mortenson Co., Hensel Phelps Construction and Xcel Energy employ our graduates

Academic Plan & Requirements

The undergraduate minor in architectural engineering serves CU Boulder students who are interested in building science, engineering and system design. The minor is intended to expose students to basic building science knowledge, engineering and system concepts, and calculation and design skills. The minor requires 18 credits to complete

Community & Involvement

We offer students many opportunities to network with peers and faculty, further their studies, and get the most out of their undergraduate experience.