Shape the Future with Engineering at MCEC!
The Maine College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC) at the University of Maine equips students to solve global challenges through cutting-edge research and hands-on learning. With strengths in advanced materials, ocean and marine engineering, biorefining, and biomedical engineering, MCEC offers innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Small class sizes and expert faculty provide personalized mentorship, fostering a collaborative and dynamic learning environment. Beyond academics, MCEC supports student growth through research opportunities, industry connections, and leadership development.
Join MCEC and be part of an engineering community that drives innovation and makes a difference!
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Engineering DEPARTMENTS & Programs
BIOMEDICAL Engineering
Integrates engineering and life sciences to develop medical devices, biomaterials, and imaging technologies, preparing students for careers in healthcare innovation and research.
CHEMICAL
Engineering
Focuses on the design and optimization of chemical processes in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials, combining chemistry, physics, and engineering principles.
Civil & ENVIRONMENTAL
Engineering
Covers structural design, transportation, advanced materials, water and coastal resources, and environmental sustainability, equipping students to address challenges.
COMPUTER
Engineering
Combines hardware and software expertise to develop computing systems, embedded technologies, and cybersecurity solutions, bridging electrical engineering and computer science.
ELECTRICAL Engineering
Encompasses circuits, power systems, communications, and signal processing, providing a foundation for careers in renewable energy, robotics, and telecom.
Engineering
Physics
Integrates advanced physics with engineering applications, focusing on cutting-edge technologies such as nanotechnology, quantum computing, and applied optics.
Engineering Faculty
At MCEC, our faculty is the heartbeat of our academic community. Dedicated, inspiring, and deeply knowledgeable, our professors go beyond the traditional classroom experience to foster real-world skills and a passion for learning. Whether mentoring, leading innovative research, or providing personalized support, our faculty members are committed to empowering students to achieve their highest potential
Thomas Schwartz
Associate Professor Associate Director, Forest Bioproducts Research Institute Graduate Program CoordinatorBashir Khoda
Associate Professor of Mechanical EngineeringXiaoxiao Zhao
Assistant Professor of Mechanical EngineeringKewei Xu
Assistant Professor of Mechanical EngineeringEvan Wujcik
Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering
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MCEC NEWS
The Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Engineering.
