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Computer & Automotive Engineering Building Underway at Weber State University

  • 07/23/19

OGDEN, UT – The new Computer & Automotive Engineering Building on the campus of Weber State University is underway. The 50,000-square-foot building will help the College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology (EAST) accommodate growth.

Weber State University Engineering Building

For the past five years, Weber State has led state institutions in awarding engineering and computer science degrees. In addition to providing a location for computer science and software engineering courses, the building will be the new home of the automotive technology program.

GSBS Architects designed the building and R&O Construction has been awarded the contract. Construction is expected to be complete in summer 2020.

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