Dr. Habib P. Mohamadian,
Interim Dean


The College of Engineering provides students with technological skills and opportunities that stimulate professional, educational, and personal growth. The college provides this growth through a diverse faculty and staff that is committed to teaching, research, and service. Students are encouraged to participate in laboratory research and cooperative education programs that enhance career confidence. They also are encouraged to participate in ongoing research with faculty members that contribute to engineering innovations. The college maintains an atmosphere that enhances the student’s ability to achieve the optimum learning experience.

Program offerings in the college consist of four-year programs in civil engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. In addition, two year and four-year programs are offered in electronics engineering technology leading to the Associate of Applied Science degree and Bachelor of Science degree. Through the Department of Chemistry, students may pursue a dual degree in chemistry and chemical engineering in collaboration with Louisiana State University.

In addition to program offerings, the college is the home of the U.S. Department of Energy Samuel P. Massie Chair of Excellence Program in Environmental Engineering and the National Aeronautic Space Administration (NASA) Aerospace Research and Education Program (AREP). These programs have contributed to improving the college’s infrastructure by establishing state-of-the-art environmental and aerodynamics laboratories.

Scholarships in the College of Engineering are supported by foundations, industries, governmental agencies, and private contributions. The most beneficial aspect of the scholarship program is the opportunity it gives students to pursue career goals free from financial obligations. Award amounts vary depending on student performance. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is required to obtain and retain all scholarships.

The civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Office of the Dean
College of Engineering
J.B. Moore Hall
Southern University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70813
Phone: (225) 771-5290