Welcome to the College of Engineering
The UC Davis College of Engineering connects people and technology to solve the world’s most pressing problems, design a better tomorrow and make a positive difference in the world.
Our highly ranked undergraduate and graduate programs prepare the next generation of engineers to be agile leaders empowered to better society and the planet. With 13 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate programs, our students impact a wide-ranging field of areas in energy, aerospace, transportation, computer science, medicine and more.
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Meet Aggie Engineers
A Layered Approach to New Paths in Solar Power
UC Davis Ph.D. student Declan Kopper is using high-temperature optical simulations to unlock materials for more efficient photovoltaic energy conversion. His research lights the way for thermophotovoltaic innovation.
Controlling the (Casimir) Force
As researchers continue to shrink the size of mechanical devices, controlling the Casimir force has become the first priority. At UC Davis, Calum Shelden, a Ph.D. candidate in electrical and computer engineering, is beginning groundbreaking experimentation to test the theories.
Composites: David Elgourt Marches to the Beat of His Own Drum
From helping manufacture computer parts in CNM2 to tapping and marching to Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club" as a member of the UC Davis Marching Band, third-year electrical and computer engineering major David Elgourt is hitting every beat.
Computer Science Student Bohan Li Selected for 2025 M.S. Ghausi Medal
Bohan Li, who will graduate with dual degrees in computer science and applied physics this year, has received the College of Engineering's highest honor for a graduating senior. Li is honored for his efforts in theoretical research and his dedication to furthering STEM education.
Sailing Across STEMSEAS
Computer science and engineering student Siena Marois wants to advance ocean conservation with next-level robotics. In pursuit of that goal, she recently participated in STEAMSEAS, an exclusive opportunity for undergraduates to gain practical knowledge during a six-day cruise on an offshore research vessel.
Buzzing Toward the Future: UC Davis Team Rethinks Pollination with RoboBees
Five UC Davis students are among the finalists in the NASA-sponsored 2025 Gateways to Blue Skies Competition. Their project? RoboBees, a swarm of autonomous drones that mimics natural pollination to help modernize capabilities in agriculture.
Getting Involved as an Aggie Engineer
Next Level Strategic Vision
Taking our college to the next level means amplifying our strengths to become outstanding leaders in the engineering challenges we address, the education we provide and the community we create.