@strider1998 I know the number of students in the program is typically small. It requires Calculus 1-3 and Differential Equations/Linear Algebra, so the same math courses as engineering programs at U of R. The remainder of the course requirements are a mix between mechanical engineering and earth & environmental science courses. It looks to be an “easier” course load than a ME degree, mostly because it is far less extensive. For research, I know there are a couple of professors in the ME department that do work related to geomechanics.
As far as career prospects go, the most common job would probably environmental engineering. I’d say you are probably better off majoring in ME since there are more options, but could still get into geomechanics research. It also looks like it would be pretty easy to double major or even get a minor in one or the other.