The Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science provides a top-ranked engineering and computer science education in upstate New York. Our exceptional faculty members are both innovative researchers and supportive professors.
Students come to Watson College from all over the world and represent a wide range of backgrounds and interests. They graduate with broad-based skills and the entrepreneurial spirit to succeed in fields ranging from mechanical engineering to hospital operations to the law.
We are in the high-tech heart of upstate New York state with industry partnerships, class projects and internship opportunities that provide a wealth of hands-on experience for graduate and undergraduate students alike.
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Official Mission Statement
The mission of Watson College is to provide education and research in the broad field of engineering and applied science. To fulfill this mission, the School will:
- offer baccalaureate,master's and doctoral programs that prepare graduates for employment
in the technical professions and combine
- a firm grounding in fundamentals,
- elements of practical application and
- an appreciation for liberal learning.
- conduct basic and applied research which expands the technical knowledge base and advances industrial practice.
- provide support for the economic development of the State of New York.
- ensure that its programs are accessible to the widest possible range of individuals and institutions.
- work with industry and community partners, foster participation and representation from traditionally underrepresented groups in technical research and education.
- support the profession of engineering through continuing education opportunities for practicing professionals.
- offer baccalaureate,master's and doctoral programs that prepare graduates for employment
in the technical professions and combine
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Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science program in Biomedical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Bioengineering, Biomedical, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.
The Bachelor of Science program in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.
The Bachelor of Science program in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.
The Bachelor of Science program in Industrial and Systems Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Industrial Engineering and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria and the Systems and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.
The Bachelor of Science program in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.
The Bachelor of Science program in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs Program Criteria.
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Professional Licensure
The bachelor of science programs in engineering are licensure-qualifying programs. Students in a bachelor of science program in engineering who are within 20 credits of graduation, or who have graduated from one of Binghamton University's EAC/ABET accredited bachelor of science programs in engineering, are automatically eligible to sit for the NCEES FE exam (National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying, Fundamentals of Engineering exam).
Please note: Students who have previously been convicted of a felony are advised that their prior criminal history may impede their ability to complete the requirements of programs in the Watson College, participate in certain activities or projects, and/or obtain professional engineering licenses. Students who have concerns about such matters are advised to contact the Watson College's Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Administration in the Dean's Office.
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Krishnaswami "Hari" Srihari
Dean and Distinguished Professor
Distinguished Professor Krishnaswami “Hari” Srihari was appointed dean of the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science at Binghamton University in June 2009. A prolific scientist, Srihari is known as an expert in many diverse aspects of electronics packaging and manufacturing. Over the past 17 years, he also has pioneered research focused on the use of systems engineering principles in enhancing efficiency in health care delivery.
Srihari joined the faculty of Watson College in 1988, where he served as chairman of the Department of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering.
He has played a key role in the creation of university-industry partnerships as director of the Watson Institute of Systems Excellence (WISE).
Srihari was appointed executive vice provost for international initiatives and chief global affairs officer for Binghamton University in June 2015.
He has published over 500 technical papers in leading peer-reviewed journals and at conferences, and authored over 1,000 technical reports. Srihari has directed and graduated over 160 MS graduate students and over 40 students at the PhD level.
Srihari has secured over $60 million in external sponsorship. Srihari earned the academic rank of distinguished professor. Granted only by SUNY trustees, it is the highest academic rank possible and is conferred on individuals who have achieved national or international prominence. Srihari was named an IIE Fellow in 2014. He has also been recognized with the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities, the University Award for Excellence in International Education, and APLU’s Michael P. Malone International Leadership Award.
Education
- University of Madras, India - Production engineering
- Virginia Polytechnic University - MS 1985, PhD 1988
Research Interests
Electronics packaging and electronics manufacturing, healthcare delivery, health systems
Dean’s Office Staff
Peter Partell
Senior Associate Dean, Academic Affairs and Administration
Meera Sampath
Associate Dean of Research
Lisa Gallagher
Senior Assistant Dean for Finance and Human Resources
Deborah Howell
Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs
Carmen Jones
Assistant Dean, Academic Diversity and Inclusive Excellence; Director
Elizabeth Kradjian
Assistant Dean for Strategy and External Affairs
Lauren Heilweil
Coordinator for Advancement and Constituent Relations
Elizabeth Lockwood
Marketing Manager
Leana Testani
Sr. Staff Assistant to the Dean
Brenda Feinen
Assistant to the Dean
Susan Conklin
Administrative Assistant, Watson Dean's Office
Michele Hayes
Assistant to the Dean for Research and Graduate Studies
Mary Jo Kopyar
Staff Assistant, Dean's Office;
Jessica Larson
Employee and Graduate Student Resources
Department Chairs
Kaiming Ye
SUNY Distinguished Professor and Chair
Weiyi Meng
SUNY Distinguished Service Professor, Department Chair
Douglas H. Summerville
Professor; Department Chair
Paul R. Chiarot
Professor; Chair
Mohammad T. Khasawneh
SUNY Distinguished Prof; Department Chair; Healthcare Systems Engineering / Health Systems / Manhattan Graduate Program Director; SUNY Distinguished Professor; Director
Watson Advisory Board
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Full List
Amarjit Rai, Chair
Engineering Leader-Engines/Utility Controls
BAE SystemsJeffrey Bideaux, MS ’95
Associate Director, Value Stream Management
Collins AerospaceJohn Carrigg, MBA '83
President and CEO
UHS HospitalsJohn Contrata, MS ’95
Director, International Engineering & Technology
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission SystemsHenry Cook
Cook Brothers Truck Parts
Jennifer de Souza ‘94
Vice President, Energy Solutions, Procurement and Leasing
The Raymond CorporationTejas Gandhi, MS '03
Founder
Ocus HealthKoen Gieskes
Chief Technology Officer
Universal Instruments Corp. and Hover-DavisJoseph M. Kolly ’88
Chief Safety Scientist
National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationRobert D. Kump ’83
Retired
AVANGRIDJim LeBlanc
Technical Director, Electronics
GE Global ResearchJohn Mirabito
Chairman Emeritus
Mirabito Holdings Inc.Mary O'Malley-Trumble '99
Senior Location Executive
IBM EndicottTonya O. Parris '92
President and Founder
Parris Foundation, Inc.Afzal ur Rehman, MD, PhD FACP, FACC, FHRS
UHS Vice President, Cardiovascular Services and Informatics
Chief Medical Information Officer
United Health ServicesLinda Shumaker
President and Managing Principal
Shumaker Consulting Engineering and Land SurveyingSteve Wayman
Senior Vice President and Chief Data & Performance Officer
Visions Federal Credit UnionSteve Wozniak
President
TeamWorld
Watson New York Metro Advisory Board
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Full list
Joseph Pedone ‘92, Chair
Managing Director
Global Production Management, Asset Management Infrastructure Application Services
J.P. Morgan ChaseGisha Babby '00
Senior Engineer and Vice President in Technology
Goldman, Sachs & Co.Sheri M. Cronk '93
Information Security Program Manager
Bloomberg L.P.Alexander Field ‘01
Vice President of Engineering
Galaxy DigitalKenneth A. Goldblatt '87
Managing Member and Portfolio Manager
S Squared TechnologyRichard M. Greenbaum '83, MS '84
Retired Head of Infrastructure Technology
CitiRobert V. Ioanna '00
Chief Technical Officer
Syska Hennessy GroupBalki Iyer MS ‘00
Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Lead (US)
e-ZincLucian C. Lipinsky de Orlov '83, MS '85
Director, Global IT Security and Risk
Franklin Templeton InvestmentsTonya O. Parris '92
President and Founder
Parris Foundation Inc.John E. Robbins ‘84
Managing Director
USA and North America Head of Real Estate
Turner & TownsendJaron Rubenstein ‘98
Founder and President
Rubenstein Technology Group Inc.Susan Wu ‘93
Director, Innovation Strategist
Bank of America Merrill Lynch