Department of Engineering & Mathematics
Our students develop robust skills in core engineering, mathematical and scientific principles. They graduate ready to solve complex problems, drive innovation, and succeed in industry or graduate school. Through immersive, cross-disciplinary capstone projects, students collaborate across fields to tackle real-world challenges, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them to lead in dynamic, team-driven environments.
Faculty program coordinators
Computer Engineering
- Kaibao Nie, associate teaching professor, niek@uw.edu
- Yang Peng, assistant professor, yangpeng@uw.edu
Mechanical Engineering
- Shima Abadi, professor, abadi@uw.edu
Electrical Engineering
- Mahmoud Ghofrani, associate professor, mrani@uw.edu (on sabbatical; please contact the chair)
Mathematics
- Thomas Humphries, associate professor, thumphri@uw.edu
News and announcements
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Events
Faculty
Engineering & Mathematics faculty are nationally honored for their research, innovation and teaching excellence. With a strong record of securing competitive funding and earning prestigious awards, they bring both depth and distinction to the classroom and laboratories.
Research areas
Faculty and students collaborate across diverse research areas within Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics.
Many projects emphasize hands-on learning through cross-disciplinary capstone experiences that connect research with real-world applications.
Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Power & Energy
- Signal Processing
- Biomedical Systems and Devices
- Microelectronics and devices
- Wireless, RF/Microwave, and Telecommunications
Mechanical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering & Robotics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Ocean Sciences & Marine Engineering
- Materials Engineering and Characterization
- Sustainability & Systems Analysis
- Design and Manufacturing
- Computational Mechanics
Mathematics
- Actuarial Science
- Applied and Computational Mathematics
- Mathematics Education
- Pure and Theoretical Mathematics
Specialized engineering labs
These labs support hands-on exploration and fosters innovation across key engineering disciplines. Students gain practical experience in advanced environments designed to foster creativity, experimentation, and real-world problem solving.
- Decuir Room – Electrical Engineering capstone (INV-010)
- Machine Shop (INV-015)
- Microfabrication Cleanroom (DISC-262)
- Scanning Electron Microscope (DISC-367A)
- Electrical Engineering Teaching Laboratories (DISC-264 and DISC-270)
- Power & Energy Lab (DISC-270A)
- Wireless Integrity & Radiation Lab (WIRL) (DISC-270A)
- Next Generation Computing (NGC) Lab (DISC-460)
Programs
Engineering
Undergraduate
Our ABET-accredited programs provide a high-quality education that equips students with the knowledge and experience to make an impact in industry.
Graduate
Gain advanced expertise to become an innovator, researcher and technical leader. For those needing additional preparation, the graduate certificate offers a strong foundation and a pathway into the master’s program.
Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics is designed to prepare students pursuing careers in engineering, actuarial science, database and computer systems, administration network and data communication analysis, statistical analysis secondary mathematics teaching.
Students can add a minor to their education to expand their skills and career opportunities.
Undergraduate capstone
Preparing engineers to address real-world challenges through cross-disciplinary research
Our senior capstone program brings together students from all ABET-accredited engineering majors to form interdisciplinary teams that tackle complex, real-world challenges. Through industry-sponsored and community-focused projects, students gain meaningful hands-on experience applying engineering principles.
Students expand their professional perspective by:
- Collaborating across UW with peers from multiple engineering disciplines
- Working alongside industry, community, and research mentors
- Engaging with diverse viewpoints that reflect today’s multifaceted societal and industrial needs
- Applying principles of sustainability, scalability, and innovation
- Developing technical, professional, and collaborative skills essential for dynamic, team‑oriented workplaces
Each year, students showcase their accomplishments at the STEM Symposium, highlighting the impact and creativity of their work.
Accredited engineering programs
The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering degree programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.