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Energy Engineering | Berkeley Discovery
Energy Engineering
Undergraduate Program
Introduction to the Program
The
Engineering Science
(ES) program is a multi-departmental and interdisciplinary undergraduate program that encompasses closely-related areas of the physical sciences, mathematics and engineering. Students in the ES program acquire knowledge of engineering methods and can pursue their interests in areas of natural science, as well as advanced study in engineering, science, or mathematics. Students choose one of four majors: energy engineering, engineering mathematics and statistics, engineering physics, or environmental engineering science. A
minor
in energy engineering is also offered
ES Major Options
Energy Engineering
interweaves the fundamentals of classical and modern physics, chemistry, and mathematics with energy engineering applications.
Engineering Mathematics and Statistics
is the s
tudy of pure and applied mathematics as essential components of modern engineering.
Engineering Physics
interweaves classical and modern physics, chemistry, and mathematics with their engineering applications.
Environmental Engineering
pairs engineering fundamentals with courses in the environmental and natural sciences.
Amplify Your Major
Get involved with a
student group
such as
Society of Engineering Sciences
Apply to
GLOBE Ambassadors
, a learning and travel program for Engineering students
Pursue a
research opportunity
for Engineering students
Enrich your studies with a minor in
Energy and Resources
or
Sustainability
The classes across a variety of departments have allowed me to take a very interdisciplinary approach to engineering. And the great community within this major has taught me how to work with a team.
T.G. Mekenzi Roberts, Energy Engineering Science, Class of 2020
Four-Year Student Timeline
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First Year
Explore Your Major
Meet with your
ESS advisor
to discuss your academic plans
Familiarize yourself with
ma
jor
and college
requirements
Talk to an
ES advisor
about department programs and research opportunities
Enroll in
ENGIN 98: The Insider's Guide to Berkeley Engineering
Connect and Build Community
Take advantage of
tutoring
and
workshops
for Engineering students
Find academic support at the
Student Learning Center
and
Center for Access to Engineering Excellence
Find student opportunities in the
ESS newsletter
and
new student podcast
Discover Your Passions
Browse research taking place in Engineering
centers, institutes, and labs
Attend the Undergraduate Research and Scholarships Fair in October
Discover new interests in a
Freshman Seminar
or student-run
DeCal course
Broaden your perspective by attending
Newton Series
or
View from the Top
lectures
Engage Locally and Globally
Attend the
Calapalooza
student activities fair and get involved with a student organization
Find service opportunities through the
Public Service Center
Connect with other students during
Engineers Week
Reflect and Plan Your Future
Visit
Berkeley Career Engagement
and the
Career Counseling Library
Sign up for
Handshake
and
CareerMail
Explore career resources on the
Engineering website
Attend an
ESS workshop
to create a resume and LinkedIn page
Second Year
Explore Your Major
Talk to
ESS peer advisors
about life in the major
Meet with your
ESS advisor
to discuss your academic progress
Complete lower division prerequisites and start planning your upper division courses
Plan now if considering a
double major
simultaneous degree
minor
, or
study abroad
Connect and Build Community
Join an
Engineering student group
such as
Society of Engineering Sciences
Get to know Engineering professors and graduate student instructors during their office hours
Find study space and resources in the
Kresge Engineering Library
Discover Your Passions
Consider pursuing a research opportunity for
Engineering
and ES students
Apply to a
REU
research program. Check
Berkeley Lab
and UCSF for more research options
Check out design and maker opportunities at the
Jacobs Institute
Enrich your studies with a minor in
Energy and Resources
or
Sustainability
Engage Locally and Globally
Work with a community organization in an
American Cultures Engaged Scholarship course
such as
ENGIN 157AC
Apply to
GLOBE Ambassadors
, a learning and travel program for Engineering students
Mentor local youth with
Pioneers in Engineering,
Berkeley Engineers and Mentors
, or
Engineering for Kids
Reflect and Plan Your Future
Discuss career options and goals with a
Career Educator
Explore careers through the
Cal Job Shadow Program
and
informational interviews
Learn about
graduate and professional school
Pursue an
internship
and attend an
internship career fair
Third Year
Explore Your Major
Focus on upper division requirements and electives
Continue meeting with your
ESS advisor
to review your academic progress
Submit paperwork for a double major, simultaneous degree, minor, or study abroad
Connect and Build Community
Give back by becoming an
ESS peer advisor
Join the
Berkeley Engineering group
on LinkedIn
Explore
student groups
outside of Engineering, and deepen your involvement with an
Engineering student group
Discover Your Passions
Explore your mission and impact as an Engineer through the
LeaderShape Institute
Consider the
Sutardja Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Technology
or a summer abroad through the
European Innovation Academy
Apply for a research opportunity if you haven’t done so already
Engage Locally and Globally
Take your engineering skills international through
Engineers Without Borders
Consider a
Berkeley Global Internship
such as the Engineering Internship in Toronto
Experience life at another UC or college on a
visitor and exchange program
Planning a summer internship abroad? Apply for travel funding from
GLOBE Scholars
Reflect and Plan Your Future
Attend
career and graduate school fairs
such as the STEM Career & Internship Fair
Discuss graduate school options with advisors and professors
Sign up for a ESS
career workshop
networking dinner
, or
career conference
Make an
advising appointment
in ESS and explore options such as 5th year MS, MEng, and PhD
Fourth Year
Explore Your Major
Meet with your
ESS advisor
to do an official
degree check
and plan for your final year
Complete any “bucket list” courses and remaining major, college, and campus requirements
Connect and Build Community
Join a professional association such as the
Association of Energy Engineers
or
American Physical Society
Continue attending tutoring and workshops, and reading the weekly ESS newsletter
Connect with
alumni groups
and leverage your
network
as you prepare to graduate
Discover Your Passions
Teach your own
DeCal course
Consider being an instructor for
ENGIN 98
Continue to pursue your interests through a
fellowship
or gap year after graduation
Choose your post-baccalaureate plans based upon your intended mission and impact as an Engineer
Engage Locally and Globally
Serve as a student representative on a
college committee
Hone your leadership skills with the
Peter E. Haas Public Service Leaders program
Explore service opportunities after graduation, such as
Peace Corps
Teach for America
, or
U.S. Department of State
Reflect and Plan Your Future
Ask professors and graduate student instructors for recommendation letters
Utilize
job board tools
in your job search.
Meet employers at
Employer Info Sessions
and
On-Campus Recruiting
Attend the
job offer negotiation workshop
in ESS
Apply to jobs, graduate school, and other opportunities
What Can I Do With My Major?
Graduates in Engineering Science gain a broad foundation for graduate studies in theoretical branches of engineering, as well as in mathematics, and are prepared for careers in specific sectors of industry or business, such as green technology, solar engineering, and environmental firms to name a few.
Jobs and Employers
Data Engineer, Capital One
Data Scientist, Barclays Capital
Engineer, Northrop Grumman
Hybrid Calibration Engineer, General Motors
Project Coordinator, Climate Corps
Software Engineer, Primus Power
Project Engineer, New Energy Equity
Research Assistant, California Institute of Technology
Graduate Programs
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, PhD
Atomic/Molecular Physics, PhD
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Masters
Engineering, Masters
Materials Engineering, PhD
Physics, PhD
Examples gathered from the
First Destination Survey
of recent Berkeley graduates
Connect With Us
Cal Day
Come to Berkeley’s annual
Open House
in April for information sessions, campus tours, special talks, and more
Golden Bear Orientation
Join your peers in the campus-wide UC Berkeley
orientation
program for all new students
Events
Attend program events with students, staff, and faculty. Visit
engineeringscience.berkeley.edu
for news and updates
Advising
Visit Engineering Student Services in 230 Bechtel
for advising on academic difficulty, change of major/double majors/simultaneous degrees, withdrawal/readmission, degree completion, education abroad, academic progress, and petitions and exceptions. See
engineering.berkeley.edu/students/advising-counseling/
Contact the ES Undergraduate Advisor at
engineeringscience@berkeley.edu
about registration, departmental policy, and campus resources. Meet with an ES Faculty Advisor about coursework, careers in ES, graduate school, letters of recommendation, and summer internships. See
engineeringscience.berkeley.edu/faculty/
How to Use this Map
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at UC Berkeley, including academic, co-curricular, and discovery opportunities. Everyone’s Berkeley experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
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