Biomass Processing & Biorefining
Conversion of biological materials into energy, chemicals, and materials for sustainable solutions.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Environmental Science & Engineering
Application of engineering to solve environmental challenges and promote sustainability.
Faculty: DeSisto, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
Design and study of catalysts to enhance chemical reactions for industrial processes.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Process Simulation, Economics, and Life Cycle Analysis
Modeling processes to optimize design, cost, and environmental impact.
Faculty: van Walsum, Wheeler
Transport Phenomena & Separation
The analysis of mass, energy, and momentum transfer in systems, focusing on separation techniques and fluid behavior in engineering processes.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Pendse, van Walsum, Wujcik
Biomedical Optics/Biophotonics
The study of light-
Biomedical & CHEMICAL Engineering Research
The Biomedical & CHEMICAL Engineering Department provides opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students for research in a wide variety of areas. Explore eaCH AREA and associated faculty members.
Biomedical Optics/Biophotonics
Biomedical Engineering
Biomass Processing & Biorefining
Engineering Education
Environmental Science & Engineering
Materials Science & Engineering
Composites & Interfacial Science
Computational Modeling & Radiomics
Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
Molecular Bio-Physics
Polymer Science & Engineering
Process Simulation, Economics, and Life Cycle Analysis
Pulp & Paper
Sensors
Spectroscopy
Tissue Microenvironments
Transport Phenomena & Separation
issue interaction for medical imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications.
Faculty: Mason, Tilbury
Biomedical Engineering
Combining engineering principles with medical sciences to design healthcare technologies and devices.
Faculty: Bowie, Howell, Khalil, Mason, Tilbury, Wujcik
Biomass Processing & Biorefining
Conversion of biological materials into energy, chemicals, and materials for sustainable solutions.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Engineering Education
Development and innovation in teaching methods to enhance engineering learning outcomes.
Faculty: Tilbury, Walton, Weeks
Environmental Science & Engineering
Application of engineering to solve environmental challenges and promote sustainability.
Faculty: DeSisto, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Materials Science & Engineering
Research on the properties and applications of materials for advanced engineering solutions.
Faculty: Bousfield, DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Composites & Interfacial Science
Study of composite materials and their interface properties to improve performance.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Schwartz, Wujcik
Computational Modeling & Radiomics
Using advanced computation to model physical phenomena and analyze medical imaging data.
Faculty: Bousfield, Khalil
Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
Design and study of catalysts to enhance chemical reactions for industrial processes.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Molecular Bio-Physics
Investigation of biological molecules’ physical principles and their interactions.
Faculty: Khalil, Mason, Neivandt, Tilbury
Polymer Science & Engineering
Study and engineering of polymers for industrial and biomedical applications.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Wujcik
Process Simulation, Economics, and Life Cycle Analysis
Modeling processes to optimize design, cost, and environmental impact.
Faculty: van Walsum, Wheeler
Pulp & Paper
Engineering solutions for the production and sustainability of paper and related products.
Faculty: Bousfield, Howell, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz
Sensors
Design and development of devices that detect and measure physical, chemical, or biological changes.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Pendse, Wujcik
Spectroscopy
Study of the interaction between light and matter to analyze chemical and physical properties.
Faculty: Howell, Mason, Neivandt, Pendse, Schwartz, Tilbury
Tissue Microenvironments
The study of cellular interactions with their surrounding environment, crucial for understanding tissue function, development, and disease progression.
Faculty: Khalil, Tilbury
Transport Phenomena & Separation
The analysis of mass, energy, and momentum transfer in systems, focusing on separation techniques and fluid behavior in engineering processes.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Pendse, van Walsum, Wujcik
Biomedical Optics/Biophotonics
The study of light-tissue interaction for medical imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications.
Faculty: Mason, Tilbury
Biomedical Engineering
Combining engineering principles with medical sciences to design healthcare technologies and devices.
Faculty: Bowie, Howell, Khalil, Mason, Tilbury, Wujcik
Biomass Processing & Biorefining
Conversion of biological materials into energy, chemicals, and materials for sustainable solutions.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Engineering Education
Development and innovation in teaching methods to enhance engineering learning outcomes.
Faculty: Tilbury, Walton, Weeks
Environmental Science & Engineering
Application of engineering to solve environmental challenges and promote sustainability.
Faculty: DeSisto, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Materials Science & Engineering
Research on the properties and applications of materials for advanced engineering solutions.
Faculty: Bousfield, DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Composites & Interfacial Science
Study of composite materials and their interface properties to improve performance.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Schwartz, Wujcik
Computational Modeling & Radiomics
Using advanced computation to model physical phenomena and analyze medical imaging data.
Faculty: Bousfield, Khalil
Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
Design and study of catalysts to enhance chemical reactions for industrial processes.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Molecular Bio-Physics
Investigation of biological molecules’ physical principles and their interactions.
Faculty: Khalil, Mason, Neivandt, Tilbury
Polymer Science & Engineering
Study and engineering of polymers for industrial and biomedical applications.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Wujcik
Process Simulation, Economics, and Life Cycle Analysis
Modeling processes to optimize design, cost, and environmental impact.
Faculty: van Walsum, Wheeler
Pulp & Paper
Engineering solutions for the production and sustainability of paper and related products.
Faculty: Bousfield, Howell, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz
Sensors
Design and development of devices that detect and measure physical, chemical, or biological changes.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Pendse, Wujcik
Spectroscopy
Study of the interaction between light and matter to analyze chemical and physical properties.
Faculty: Howell, Mason, Neivandt, Pendse, Schwartz, Tilbury
Tissue Microenvironments
The study of cellular interactions with their surrounding environment, crucial for understanding tissue function, development, and disease progression.
Faculty: Khalil, Tilbury
Transport Phenomena & Separation
The analysis of mass, energy, and momentum transfer in systems, focusing on separation techniques and fluid behavior in engineering processes.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Pendse, van Walsum, Wujcik
Student Success
& Advising Center
All MCEC first and second year students are advised by the Student Success and Advising Center. This centralized location is designed to be a key asset during your educational journey. Each major has a Student Success Advocate available to help with student needs. After the second year, students will be assigned a faculty advisor from their program.
Engineering Programs
Majors Supported
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Chemical & Biomedical
Engineering
Electrical & Computer Engineering
School of Engineering Technology
Majors Supported
Construction Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Surveying Engineering Technology
School of Computing & Information Science
Majors Supported
Computer Science
Human Centered Technology Design
New Media
Computer Science and Business
Meet the team
Arieana Mangra
Majors Supported
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Isaac Cortez
Majors Supported
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Elizabeth Bushnell
Majors Supported
Chemical & Biomedical
Engineering
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Laurie Fullerton
Majors Supported
Undeclared
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
Erin Ellis
Erin Wight
Karen Kidder
Velma Figgins
Kayla Bouchard
School of Engineering Technology
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 119
Orono, Maine 04469-5711
Tel: (207) 581-2340
um.set@maine.edu
School of Computing and Information Science
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 348
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.2188
kkidder@maine.edu
Advising is a partnership! Together we’ll help you reach your educational goals!
First Year & Sophomore
Academic Center Advisor
Role: Your primary advisor until enrolling in Junior-level classes.
Support: Addresses personal, social, and academic questions, and connects you with UMaine resources.
Faculty Mentor
Role: An expert within your major who has knowledge of the industry, research opportunities, and career paths.
Support: Offers career advice, industry connections, and mentorship.
Junior & Senior
Faculty Advisor
Role: Your primary advisor who provides academic and professional guidance, ensuring you meet degree requirements.
Support: Offers specialized advice on course selection, research opportunities, and career paths within your field of study.
Student Success Advocate
Role: Connects you with campus resources and support services.
Support: Provides guidance on accessing tutoring, mental health services, and other UMaine resources.
As a student, you play a crucial role in your own success.
Here’s how you can take charge of your educational journey:
Be Proactive
Use EAB Navigate to schedule meetings with your professional academic advisor.
Share your interests and goals.
Prepare & Plan
Bring questions, ideas about courses, and a course Wish List/Shopping Cart in MaineStreet to advising meetings.
Look into minors, concentrations, or certificates.
Map out your plan for timely graduation.
Stay Informed
Understand your major and degree requirements.
Seek support for academics, community building, and wellness.
Learn the academic policies in the catalog for your starting semester.
Stay Connected
Check your UMaine email, text alerts, and MaineStreet messages regularly.
Refer to the Academic and Advising Calendars for key dates and deadlines.
The Four Seasons of Advising
Download the Navigate Student App Today!
The Navigate App is a great resource for personalized updates, reminders of important deadlines, campus resources, and access to your class schedule right there in your phone.
No app? No worries! Access online at https://umaine.guide.eab.com/.
MCEC Tutoring Center
UMaine students can now access FREE tutoring through Knack, a digital platform that facilitates requests, communication, and scheduling with peer tutors. The platform offers flexible scheduling and a broader range of courses. The Engineering Tutoring Center and University Tutoring program are partnering to expand these services for Engineering students.
To get started, create a Knack account and download the app for Android or iOS at Knack using your MaineStreet credentials. For more details, check out the FAQ section on our website. Interested in tutoring? Visit our “Become a Tutor” page for opportunities.
Student Success and Advising Center General Contact
Please use this form to contact us with any general inquiries.
MCEC NEWS
Stay conNECTED
Department Information
SET Contact Information
Director – School of Engineering Technology
Administrative Specialist
Academic Coordinator
Administrative Supervisor
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 119
Orono, Maine 04469-5711
Tel: (207) 581-2340
Department Contact Information
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Department Chair
Administrative Specialist
5708 Barrows Hall, Room 101
Orono, Maine 04469
Tel: 207.581.2224
Department Contact Information
Chemical & Biomedical Engineering
Department Chair
Administrative Specialist
Jenness Hall, Room 117
Orono, ME 04469-5737
Tel: 207-581-2277
Department Contact Information
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Department Chair
Administrative Specialist
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 117
Orono, Maine 04469-5711
Tel: (207) 581-2340
Department Contact Information
Mechanical Engineering
Department Chair
Administrative Specialist
75 Long Road
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.2120
Department Contact Information
Engineering Physics
Department Chair
5709 Bennett Hall
Orono, Maine 04469
Tel: 207.581.1016
SCIS Contact Information
School of Computing & Information Science
Director – School of Computing & Information Science
Administrative Support Supervisor – School of Computing & Information Science
Administrative Specialist, New Media
5711 Boardman Hall
Room 348
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.2188
Stay conNECTED
Contact us
School of computer and information Science
5711 Boardman Hall
Room 348
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.21
Undergraduate Certificate
Coming Soon: Building Science Certificate for UMaine students working towards a 4-year bachelor’s degree.
Graduate Certificate
Coming Soon: Building Science Certificate for students and industry professionals with a prior bachelor’s degree. Online option to be available.
Administrative Specialist- New Media
Human-Centered Technology Design
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 348
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.4358
UMaine – Your Next Steps for Starting Engineering at MCEC
Hey [Student’s Name],
You’re officially on your way to the Maine College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC), and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. Before you arrive on campus, there are a few key steps to complete to ensure you’re fully prepared for your first semester. We’ll guide you through everything.
Step 1: Pay Your Enrollment Deposit
- Submit your $175 enrollment deposit by May 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible after that).
- Pay online via your MaineStreet Student Center under “Pay My Deposit.”
Step 2: Activate Your Accounts
- Set up your UMaine email
- Set up your MaineStreet portal
- Instructions: https://go.umaine.edu/get-connected/
Step 3: Submit Your Final Transcripts and Test Scores
- Final high school transcript – Sent to the UMaine Admissions Office
- College transcripts (if applicable) – Sent directly to the Office of Student Records
- SAT, ACT, AP, or IB scores – Sent via the official testing agencies (e.g., College Board)
Step 4: Apply for Financial Aid
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for aid
- Visit the Student Financial Aid page: https://umaine.edu/stuaid/
Step 5: Apply for Housing
- Submit your housing application via the Housing Portal: https://umaine.edu/housing/
Step 6: Complete the Pre-Registration Checklist
This helps us:
- Place you in appropriate general education courses
- Account for any earned credits
- [Insert link to checklist]
Step 7: Take the Math Placement Exam
- Required for some students
- Available 24 hours after you activate your MaineStreet account
- Visit the Math Placement page for more info
Step 8: Submit Immunization Records
Mail or fax to:
Shared Processing Center
PO Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412
Fax: (207) 581-5451
Step 9: Review Computer Requirements
- All engineering and computing students must have a personal computer that meets program specs.
- Review the requirements here: [Insert PC requirements link]
Step 10: Download Helpful Apps and Tools
- EAB Navigate – Organize your schedule and connect with your support team
- Knack Tutoring – Get on-demand academic help
- CampusGroups – Stay in the loop with campus events and organizations
Step 11: Get Your MaineCard ID
- Your official student ID is required for:
- Building access
- Meal plans
- Library resources
- Campus events
Step 12: Sign the Financial Responsibility Statement
- This is required before the semester begins
- You can complete it through your MaineStreet portal
Step 13: Orientation and RLE Opportunities
- Watch for info about New Student Orientation
- Consider joining a Research Learning Experience (RLE) to get early hands-on experience
Final Step: Move-In Day
Details will be sent as the semester approaches. We look forward to seeing you on campus.
Questions?
We’re here to help. Contact us at mcec.ssac@maine.edu.
Welcome to UMaine,
The MCEC Team
Biomedical Optics/Biophotonics
The study of light-tissue interaction for medical imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications.
Faculty: Mason, Tilbury
Biomedical Engineering
Combining engineering principles with medical sciences to design healthcare technologies and devices.
Faculty: Bowie, Howell, Khalil, Mason, Tilbury, Wujcik
Biomass Processing & Biorefining
Conversion of biological materials into energy, chemicals, and materials for sustainable solutions.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Engineering Education
Development and innovation in teaching methods to enhance engineering learning outcomes.
Faculty: Tilbury, Walton, Weeks
Environmental Science & Engineering
Application of engineering to solve environmental challenges and promote sustainability.
Faculty: DeSisto, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Materials Science & Engineering
Research on the properties and applications of materials for advanced engineering solutions.
Faculty: Bousfield, DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz, van Walsum, Wujcik
Composites & Interfacial Science
Study of composite materials and their interface properties to improve performance.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Schwartz, Wujcik
Computational Modeling & Radiomics
Using advanced computation to model physical phenomena and analyze medical imaging data.
Faculty: Bousfield, Khalil
Catalysis & Reaction Engineering
Design and study of catalysts to enhance chemical reactions for industrial processes.
Faculty: Schwartz, van Walsum, Wheeler
Molecular Bio-Physics
Investigation of biological molecules’ physical principles and their interactions.
Faculty: Khalil, Mason, Neivandt, Tilbury
Polymer Science & Engineering
Study and engineering of polymers for industrial and biomedical applications.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Ni, Neivandt, Wujcik
Process Simulation, Economics, and Life Cycle Analysis
Modeling processes to optimize design, cost, and environmental impact.
Faculty: van Walsum, Wheeler
Pulp & Paper
Engineering solutions for the production and sustainability of paper and related products.
Faculty: Bousfield, Howell, Ni, Pendse, Schwartz
Sensors
Design and development of devices that detect and measure physical, chemical, or biological changes.
Faculty: DeSisto, Howell, Mason, Pendse, Wujcik
Spectroscopy
Study of the interaction between light and matter to analyze chemical and physical properties.
Faculty: Howell, Mason, Neivandt, Pendse, Schwartz, Tilbury
Tissue Microenvironments
The study of cellular interactions with their surrounding environment, crucial for understanding tissue function, development, and disease progression.
Faculty: Khalil, Tilbury
Transport Phenomena & Separation
The analysis of mass, energy, and momentum transfer in systems, focusing on separation techniques and fluid behavior in engineering processes.
Faculty: Bousfield, Mason, Pendse, van Walsum, Wujcik