Follow the progress of this exciting project.
Process Development Center
Big innovations on a small scale.
Forest Bioproducts Research Institute
Advancing the understanding of the scientific underpinnings, system behavior and policy implications for the production of forest-based bioproducts.
Advanced Structures and Composites Center
The University of Maine's Advanced Structures and Composites Center is a world-leading, interdisciplinary center for research, education, and economic development encompassing material sciences, manufacturing, and the engineering of composites and structures.
Frontier Institute for Research in Sensor Technologies
To be a world-class resource for the realization of cutting-edge sensor systems providing solutions for societal advancement and economic wellbeing.
Ferland Engineering Education & Design Center
The future heart of engineering education at the University of Maine.
Enhanced Engineering Tours
Join us on one of live tours or watch a past tour.
Welcome to the College of Engineering at the University of Maine
As Maine's leading engineering program, the college prepares an educated workforce, conducts research that turns knowledge into innovative solutions, and provides outreach that includes STEM initiatives.
The mission of the College of Engineering at the University of Maine is to produce the graduates and new technologies needed to move Maine's economy forward. As a UMaine signature area, the College continues to play a vital role in our state and beyond and is a key element in assisting several other signature areas.
The College of Engineering at the University of Maine is Maine's only educational institution to offer 11 ABET accredited engineering and engineering technology degree programs. Our reputation is known world-wide, our facilities are world-class, and our research contributes significantly to scientific discoveries and economic development in Maine and beyond. Innovating engineering excellence since 1865.
College of Engineering at a Glance
Engineering Degrees:
Degrees:
Survey Engineering Technology
Chemical Engineering – M.S. & Ph.D.
Biomedical Engineering – M.S.
Civil and Environmental Engineering – M.S. & Ph.D.
Electrical Engineering – M.S. & Ph.D.
Computer Engineering – M.S. & Ph.D.
Mechanical Engineering – M.S. & Ph.D.
Research Focus Areas:
Advanced Materials for Offshore and Infrastructure
Ocean and Marine Engineering
Biorefining for Fuels, Materials, and Chemicals in Support of Industrial Pulp and Paper Production and Transformation
Wireless Sensing
Advanced Computing for Big Data
What is Engineering?Engineers are problem solvers, organizers, communicators, calculators and designers.
Which Major is Right for Me?Having trouble trying to decide? Let us help!
School of Engineering TechnologyEngineering focused on application and implementation.
Tour Our CampusThe College of Engineering has some of the most exciting and world-class facilities.
UMaine engineering has a renowned reputation and students have the opportunity to do hands on projects and conduct meaningful research alongside internationally recognized faculty in such areas as renewable energy, biofuels, robotics, advanced materials, and biomedicine.
Dana N. Humphrey, Ph.D, P.E.
Dean, College of Engineering
Engineering Videos
Enhanced Engineering Tour – Group A
Enhanced Engineering Tour – Group B
College of Engineering News
Second round of seed grants for UMaine and Northeastern University shared research projects announced
Sarah Glatter: Focused on a future in STEM
UMaine cited for sustainability efforts on campus
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