VCU’s College of Engineering is gearing up to address real-world challenges such as the demand for energy, an overwhelmed electrical grid, threats of cyber attacks, and the surge in artificial intelligence. Dean Azim Eskandarian advocates for “engineering without boundaries” and emphasizes the importance of cross-disciplinary learning.
To prepare students for high-demand jobs, VCU’s engineering school has introduced six new minors, including artificial intelligence, aerospace engineering, nuclear engineering, software engineering, cybersecurity, and data science. These minors aim to provide students with a basic understanding of principles from various industries and allow them to qualify for a wide range of positions in the field of engineering.
The addition of these minors is particularly valuable in addressing the need for sustainable energy, such as small modular reactors, which have a lower initial capital investment and a smaller physical footprint. Additionally, the new minors in nuclear engineering, aerospace engineering, artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and software engineering offer students diverse pathways to explore different aspects of engineering.
With a focus on hands-on experience, research opportunities, and industry partnerships, VCU’s College of Engineering is preparing students for the future of engineering. The goal is to produce student leaders who can meet the demands of the market and contribute to solving real-world problems.
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