Rensselaer的环境工程学士课程以化学，生命科学和工程科学的广泛研究为基础，最终形成了独特的结构化课程。如下所示，这一系列课程是围绕单元操作和运输过程概念以及综合实验室理论课程而设计的。它在高级设计课程中达到顶峰。这种结构在环境工程方面提供了统一的教育经验。该课程至少需要128个学时。环境工程课程旨在为学生在工业，政府，学术界和咨询界的持续学习和成功职业做好准备。作为从事问题研究的专业人员，可以为环境工程领域做出贡献通过负责任和符合道德的技术应用和开发来解决，设计和发现。通过接受在工程实践中不断增加
Rensselaer civil and environmental engineers develop a full range of skills in design, analysis, fabrication, communication, management, and teamwork. Rensselaer's civil and environmental engineering students are broadly trained and able to deal with the latest technologies. The growing panoply of sensors, instrumentation, intelligent facilities, and new materials highlights the high-tech character of the discipline, creating new educational challenges and redefining the skill set that civil and environmental engineers need to succeed. The Environmental Engineering program is designed to prepare students for continued learning and successful careers in industry, government, academia, and consulting.<br><br>Within a few years of graduation, graduates of the Bachelor of Science program in Environmental Engineering are expected to:<br><br>Contribute to the field of Environmental Engineering as professionals engaged in problem-solving, design, and discovery through the responsible and ethical application and development of technology.<br> <br>Further develop leadership skills by accepting increasing levels of responsibility in engineering practice, communicating in professional and civic forums, and progressing toward professional licensure.<br> <br>Continue to develop both professionally and personally through graduate study, participation in professional societies, continuing education, and service to the community.