The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at Cooper Union

Welcome to our web site!

Our mission statement defines us:

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering is a learning community committed to educational excellence that fosters creativity, critical thinking, innovation, and civic engagement through experiential, project-based and interdisciplinary learning. We bring together talented and diverse students and engage them in a modern math, science, and engineering curriculum that is rigorous, dynamic, and supportive. We inspire our students to achieve their full potential and apply their expertise and leadership for the benefit of society and humanity.

Our vision:

A model learning community that engages talented and diverse students in an intellectually challenging, supportive, and exceptional academic program. Our graduates are inventive, creative, and influential individuals who make impactful contributions to society and humanity.

Please explore our site by selecting an academic department from the upper right corner of the page and then selecting a faculty member within the department.

Barry L. Shoop
Acting Dean of Engineering