Introduction
The College of Engineering began when the University of Arizona opened its doors in 1885. Mining was the bedrock of Arizona’s economy, and educating mining engineers was a top priority. As the state’s economy grew and diversified, the College helped provide the research and engineering expertise necessary to that growth.

In today’s high-tech era, graduates of the college continue to develop technologies and start companies that are creating jobs and improving our quality of life.

Here's a look back at some historical highlights from UA Engineering's first 120 years. Much of this information is from "Rah for the Engineers! A Century of Change" by James P. McCormick.