Engineering Minor
Broaden your problem-solving potential with a minor in engineering.
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Stand Out in STEM Fields
Learn to investigate, formulate, analyze, and articulate problems with an Engineering Minor from Concordia University Irvine.
You’ll connect principles of engineering, science, mathematics, and computer science with studies in liberal arts — all to produce and communicate informed solutions. As you problem-solve, you’ll consider the impact of global, environmental, health, safety, and economic factors.
The Engineering Minor equips you to analyze challenges, design solutions, and understand how technology impacts the world around us. You’ll connect principles of engineering, science, mathematics, and computer science with insights from the liberal arts — developing a balanced perspective that integrates technical expertise with ethical awareness.
As you study, you’ll learn to evaluate global, environmental, health, safety, and economic factors in your decision-making, preparing you to serve others through innovative and responsible design. Whether your goals include graduate study or applying engineering concepts in another field, this minor will help you think critically, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in engineering occupations is projected to add nearly 65,000 new jobs from 2024 to 2034.1 An engineering background enhances your ability to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing, technology-driven world.
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Is it worth getting a minor in engineering?
If your career goals involve technology, analysis, or design, an engineering minor may help you stand out in the job market. You’ll gain problem-solving, data analysis, and teamwork skills that are valuable in nearly every STEM field. Majors that pair especially well include computer science, mathematics, and business administration.
Are minors just as good as majors?
A minor isn’t meant to replace a major — it’s meant to enhance it. Your major gives you depth in one area, while a minor allows you to broaden your expertise or explore a complementary interest. Adding a minor like engineering demonstrates curiosity, versatility, and a willingness to tackle complex challenges.
Do you put minors on your resume?
Yes. Including your minor in the education section of your resume can help highlight additional skills or areas of focus. If your engineering minor aligns with your career goals, it signals to employers that you’ve developed both technical proficiency and interdisciplinary thinking.
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Sources
1U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, on the internet, at:
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/ (viewed Oct. 15, 2025).
Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.