FIU's College of Engineering and Computing Leads the Way in Innovation and Excellence
One of the most exciting developments at FIU is the opening of the first building of the 'Engineering Innovation Complex' in Fall 2025. This 121,000-square-foot, $75 million state-of-the-art facility will house cutting-edge makerspace labs, active learning classrooms, and advanced research laboratories. Structured to excel in sustainable design and operation, the LEED Certified Gold building will feature 20,000 square feet of interactive research and teaching space equipped with best-in-class computing and prototyping equipment.
This transformative multidisciplinary facility will enhance student's preparation for high-demand careers in AI, cybersecurity, robotics and automation, advanced materials and manufacturing, next generation electronics, infrastructure resiliency and health. Its opening will further augment the college's ability to deliver excellence across three strategic focus areas of the FIU ExperienceImpact 2030 Strategic plan.
Environment & Environmental Resilience: With a strategic focus on sustainability and innovation, FIU leverages its unique location to conduct cutting-edge research in areas such as Everglades restoration, Biscayne Bay recovery, and coral reef and shark protection. The college is also at the forefront of infrastructure resiliency research in sprayable ultra high-performance cement, 3-D printing and resilient structures. The Wall of Wind (WoW), a national experimental facility capable of generating Category 5 hurricane-force winds, has led to improved building codes and safer structures nationwide.
Tech and Innovation: FIU is committed to ensuring our graduates are AI-ready. In addition to a comprehensive curriculum transformation, the college recently started a new master's program in applied AI and IoT. It also offers a fully online master's in computer engineering focused on cyber and AI security. The college is also advancing automation and robotics, as well as next-gen electronics, with significant research funding and partnerships, while pioneering advanced manufacturing and materials for aerospace and deep space exploration.
With programs and outcomes such as these, the world is taking note. U.S. News & World Report ranks the College of Engineering and Computing among the Top 100 Engineering Schools in the country, and the college was recently named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education and Research for the fifth consecutive year. The college's research impact continues to grow exponentially, with faculty securing over $82 million in research awards in 2024, more than doubling since 2017. Faculty members have been awarded nearly 200 patents in just the past five years.
FIU's powerful network in South Florida provides the college's 9,100 engineering and computing students with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Strategic collaborations with organizations like Baptist Health, FPL, and the U.S. Army have led to significant advancements in areas such as AI-driven healthcare innovations, renewable microgrids, advanced battery technologies, and additive manufacturing. These partnerships not only deliver innovative solutions to complex problems but also prepare a highly skilled workforce ready to tackle emerging challenges in energy security, infrastructure resilience, and operational efficiency.
As Miami rapidly evolves into a major technology hub and maintains its position as the gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, FIU plays a crucial role in supplying the highly skilled talent needed to fuel this transformation. Graduates are actively recruited by some of the largest corporations in the world, including Google, Microsoft, Tesla, and General Motors. Year over year, FIU students distinguish themselves as some of the most impressive and well-prepared candidates, consistently graduating with degrees in the highest paying careers.
FIU's College of Engineering and Computing is a dynamic catalyst for change and innovation. As the college continues to push the boundaries of what is possible, it is not only shaping the future of engineering and computing but also making a lasting impact on our community and the world. Its unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration ensures that FIU is not just keeping pace with the rapidly evolving technological landscape but leading the way.
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