About Architectural Engineering at UW
UW’s M.S. in architectural engineering is an individualized program that allows you to choose from two concentrations — structural or mechanical engineering — as well as four areas of focus. They are:
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) with an emphasis in smart buildings
- Building energy simulation
- Construction management
- Structural engineering and materials testing
You can further customize your degree by choosing the option to complete a research-driven
thesis or additional coursework.
The University of Wyoming's Master's program in Architectural Engineering offers concentrations that allow graduate students to tailor their degrees to their specific interests and career goals.
Concentrations:
- Structural Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
What Can You Do With an Architectural Engineering Master’s Degree?
The UW M.S. in architectural engineering prepares you for further academic study and engineering careers where your understanding of the built environment and building systems will help you create next-generation structures.
- Structural Engineer
- Mechanical Systems Engineer
- Electrical Systems Engineer
- Building Systems Engineer
- Façade Engineer
- Sustainable Design Consultant
- Energy Analyst
- LEED or Green Building Specialist
- Construction Project Manager
- Building Information Modeling Manager
- Construction Engineer
- Forensic Engineer
- Building Performance Analyst
- University Instructor or Researcher
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
- Plenty, Inc. (vertical indoor farming)
- Architect of the U.S. Capitol
- Passive Logic
- Habitat for Humanity
- Martin/Martin Wyoming
Graduates of our program are in high demand and well-prepared to succeed in a wide range of careers within this expanding field. Students from our M.S. program enjoy a near 100% job placement rate after graduation!
The job outlook for architectural engineers is strong, with employment in architecture and engineering occupations projected to grow at a rate faster than the average for all occupations from 2023 to 2033. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects continued growth as the demand for sustainable building design, infrastructure upgrades and energy-efficient systems increases across the public and private sectors.
Research Driving a Greener Future
Liping Wang, an assistant professor in UW’s Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management, received a prestigious $500,000 Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program Award from the National Science Foundation to study the effects of indoor greenery on building energy use and occupants’ comfort.
“Martin/Martin Wyoming has provided the structural design for more than 20 major UW projects including UW’s new Engineering Education and Research Building (EERB). Thirteen of the company’s 16 employees are graduates of the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management including the principal. Eight UW alumni contributed to the structural design of the state-of-the-art EERB."
