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Engineering, B.S.

Engineering, B.S.

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Engineers apply science and technology to make a functioning society possible. As a Whitworth engineering major, you will become prepared to create engineering solutions for humanity. Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, our interdisciplinary program will provide you a strong grounding in the physics, math and computational skills necessary for engineering analysis, and equip you with the foundational knowledge in electrical, mechanical and materials aspects of engineering on which all emerging technologies are built. You will learn to consider the impacts of these solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts as informed by a Christian perspective.

Why major in engineering at Whitworth?

  • Learn in a personal, hands-on environment. We keep our class sizes small so students can receive individualized instruction. View enrollment and graduation data for our program.
  • Work on meaningful projects that parallel real-world research and development, including co-curricular assignments such as CubeSat. The major culminates in a yearlong capstone design project.
  • Express your creativity. You will enjoy a certain level of freedom with design and lab projects. Professors will offer their assistance but will leave the decisions to you.
  • Receive holistic mentoring. Whitworth engineering & physics professors are committed to helping you grow both academically and personally.
  • Benefit from a liberal arts education. Whitworth students become skilled at listening, reading, writing, presenting and collaborating – all crucial abilities for an effective engineer.
  • Discover your vocation and purpose. You will explore the concept of work from a Christian perspective, considering how you can use your career to contribute to society.
  • Sharpen your leadership skills by working in the Whitworth Engineering & Physics Department. Students may apply for positions as tutors, teaching assistants and research assistants.
  • Build community with other students and prepare for your future workplace.
  • Become who you're meant to be.
  • Learn more about our program educational objectives and student outcomes.
Headshot of Colby Cinqmars.
A unique experience I had was a summer research internship with Professor Kamesh Sankaran. Along with a fellow student, I computationally investigated the behavior and operation of inductive pulsed plasma thrusters, an alternative propulsion system suited for the growing demands of space exploration, including missions to Mars and beyond. As part of this work, I had the opportunity to attend two conferences and contribute to a published paper. This experience was truly life-changing ... The STEM summer research environment at Whitworth is something I would strongly encourage any interested student to pursue.
Colby Cinqmars '26
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Ask our faculty

Have questions? Our faculty are here to share their expertise and help you learn more about this program.

Ask Assistant Professor Schipf

dschipf@whitworth.edu

Assistant Professor David Schipf studied optics and micro-systems while earning a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering at the University of Washington.

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Ask Professor Sankaran

ksankaran@whitworth.edu

Professor Kamesh Sankaran studied aerospace engineering and plasma physics at Princeton University and now does computational research on next-generation plasma thrusters for space travel.

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Ask Professor Ong

mong@whitworth.edu

Professor Markus Ong studied materials science and engineering at Stanford University and then worked at Sandia National Laboratories before coming to Whitworth.

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Ask Associate Professor Measor

pmeasor@whitworth.edu

Associate Professor Philip Measor studied electrical engineering with an emphasis in applied optics.

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Our engineering grads make a difference (and get jobs)

Graduates most often land positions in engineering or other technical professions. They work for companies, governments and universities.

Graduates of Whitworth's engineering & physics department are working in a variety of positions and fields, including:

  • Caleb Bertolini, spacecraft attitude control engineer, Lockheed Martin, Colorado Springs
  • Amanda Teblunthuis, family medicine resident physician, Kaiser Permanente, Seattle
  • Ryan Grady, launch vehicle mechanical systems engineer, Lockheed Martin, Littleton, Colo.

Recent engineering & physics department grads further their studies in top programs at institutions including:

  • California Institute of Technology
  • Princeton University
  • Stanford University
  • Texas A&M University
  • University of California, Berkeley
  • University of California, Santa Cruz
  • University of Southern California
  • University of Texas, Austin
  • University of Washington

Opportunities outside the classroom

  • Gain job experience through an internship, which is required for all engineering majors. Students have recently interned at Naval Underwater Warfare Center, Lockheed Martin and Advanced IN.
  • Use our shop facilities to work on your own projects. We have 3D printers, a laser cutter, a CNC mill and more to help transform your designs into reality.
  • Join the student-led, faculty-advised WhitSat Program available to all Whitworth STEM students.

What related degrees and programs can I explore?

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