Welcome to the BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department
The mission of the BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department is the study, teaching, and practice of engineering and systems management support for agriculture. Our students "Learn by Doing" in laboratory-intensive classes. Through practical design and problem solving experiences, our students receive the skills, the tools and the opportunity to build what they design.
Ag Engineering Listed as a Top Major by
According to Forbes Magazine, Agricultural Engineering, "a profession focused on developing better and more sustainable ways to grow food to meet the needs of the world," is one of the top majors to focus on for the future! To read the full article, click here or on the Forbes logo to be redirected to their site.
BRAE Students Awarded Scholarships
BRAE students Brandon Downing and Kerilyn Ambrosini were recently awarded multi-year scholarships during the Mid-Pacific Water Users Conference (WUC) in Reno, NV. Click here to read more about these incredible students and their award.
The Difference is Undeniable!
A survey compiled through the latest Cal Poly Graduate Status Report ranks BRAE and ASM graduates as earning the highest average starting salaries in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. Click here to view the statistics [pdf].
Thinking About Joining Us?
If you are new to Cal Poly, or just looking, please check on our links under "Prospective Students" on the left. If you are a current Cal Poly student thinking about switching to BRAE or ASM, we have slideshows with tips on how to register for classes (for new students), as well as how to change your major (for current students looking to switch majors).