Case School of Engineering at Case Western Reserve University is home to eight specialized academic departments, each of which boasts impressive research endeavors and cutting-edge academic programs. Our world-class faculty lead interdisciplinary efforts to advance the future, from biomedically engineered prosthetics to the extraction of high-value metals and beyond.
Biomedical Engineering
Jointly housed in the Case School of Engineering and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, the Department of Biomedical Engineering was founded in 1968 as one of the first biomedical engineering programs in the world. Engaged in research collaborations and working in cross-disciplinary centers, our faculty are renowned as global thought leaders in neural engineering, biomedical imaging and computing, biomaterials, and immunoengineering.
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
In the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, faculty and students explore everything from fundamental molecular-scale science to plant-scale industrial projects, we engineer solutions in energy, advanced materials, biological sciences and more. Chemical engineers are celebrated as the universal engineer—and students in this department are well prepared for successful careers.
Civil and Environmental Engineering
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is focused on the planning, design and construction of resilient and sustainable infrastructure as well as the engineering of a liveable environment that supports the prospects of modern society. Across academic programs, students in this department study structural, environmental and geotechnical engineering, construction engineering and management and engineering mechanics.
Computer and Data Sciences
The Department of Computer and Data Sciences is committed to advancing the frontiers of computer science, data science, artificial intelligence and interdisciplinary research. Through impactful research and scholarship, we serve not only the academic community but also society at large. Our students master programming, algorithms, large scale systems, artificial intelligence and innovative computing techniques. Guided by our exceptional faculty and staff, they develop the skills and knowledge needed to shape the future of technology and lead in this new era of computing.
Electrical, Computer and Systems Engineering
Focused on the ever-changing world of technology, the Department of Electrical, Computer and Systems Engineering offers a strong background in analog and digital electronics, robotics, solid-state devices, computer architecture, as well as signals and systems. Faculty guide students to turn ideas and concepts into potential solutions for the world's most pressing challenges, all while motivated by a commitment to an inclusive and experiential learning experience.
Macromolecular Science and Engineering
In the Department of Macromolecular Science and Engineering, faculty lead the study of the synthesis, structure, processing, properties and use of polymers. The department is a polymer powerhouse—the nation’s first stand-alone polymer department and the first in the country to offer an ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science program in the field.
Materials Science and Engineering
In the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, faculty understand materials are what move the world forward. They work across disciplines to drive cutting-edge research in state-of-the-art facilities, exploring the areas of materials surface analysis, mechanical characterization, lifetime degradation and beyond.
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Faculty in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering are at the forefront of designing and improving machines. From enhancing manufacturing processes to creating biologically inspired robots, with focuses on computational design and artificial intelligence, students in this department have countless chances to gain hands-on experience with innovative pursuits.