Students first enroll in the College of ACES and then transfer to the College of Engineering after two years. The suggested program of study that follows fulfills graduation requirements for both the College of Engineering and the College of ACES.

Agricultural and biological engineering is the application of mathematics, physical and biological science, and engineering to agriculture, food systems, energy, natural resources, the environment, and related biological systems. This ABET-accredited program has special emphasis on environmental protection and the biological interface of plants, animals, soils, and microorganisms with the design and performance of environments, machines, mechanisms, processes, and structures. Graduates are employed by industry, consulting firms, and government for research, education, and manufacturing.

The curriculum for the dual major requires 158 hours for graduation, of which 128 hours are specified for the major in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from the College of Engineering. Curriculum requirements specific to the dual major are organized as follows.