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Architectural Engineering

Architectural Engineering

What is Architectural Engineering?

Architectural engineers design buildings and other structures and understand the design of a building involves more than its appearance. Buildings also must be functional, safe and economical and meet the needs of the people who use them. Architectural engineers design a variety of structures, including office and apartment buildings, schools, churches, factories, hospitals, houses and airport terminals.

Do my interests fit?

Architectural engineering students typically have interests in:

  • Math
  • Science
  • Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Art

High school preparation should include calculus, physics and art.

Architectural Engineering FAQ

OU architectural engineering students develop skills through experiential learning by practicing what is learned in the classroom through real world experiences. Students are tutored and mentored by upper-classmen with opportunities to expand horizons through study abroad. With accomplished faculty and expert guest speakers, students are empowered through professional development and receive competitive advantages in pursuing future careers.

There are numerous clubs architectural engineering students can be a part of. Check them out:

Architectural engineering specific organizations:

  • American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
  • Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)
  • Chi Epsilon
  • Sooners Without Borders
  • Environmental Science Student Association (ESSA)

Visit our website for more College of Engineering student organizations.

Architectural engineering courses include:

  • Introduction to Construction Management
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Structural Analysis
  • Electrical Circuits
  • Engineering Economics
  • Structural Design
  • Foundation Engineering
  • Architectural Engineering Capstone
  • Engineering firms
  • Building companies
  • Consulting firms
  • Field Construction Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Civil Engineer
  • Cost Estimator

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ website to explore the median pay for jobs you can pursue with this degree. 

Program Accreditation

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Architectural and Similarly Named Program Criteria.


The University of Oklahoma Gallogly College of Engineering, Gallogly Hall

Gallogly College of Engineering Outreach and Recruitment

Email: goengineering@ou.edu

Phone: (405) 325-3164

Website: ou.edu/engineering