The Polytechnic Institute of New York University (New York University School of Engineering and Technology), often referred to as Polytechnic Institute of NYU, NYU Polytechnic, or NYU Poly, is one of the 18 schools and colleges that make up New York University (NYU). It was founded in 1854 in the Borough of Brooklyn in New York City. Today it is one of the oldest private technological institutes in the United States, and has a distinguished history in civil engineering, construction management, electrical engineering, polymer chemistry, aerospace, and microwave engineering. Its Carnegie Classification is Doctorate-Granting "Research University" (high research activity). It is centrally located in the MetroTech Center and is close to transportation routes and easily accessible from all parts of New York City and Long Island. In addition to its main address at MetroTech Center in Downtown Brooklyn, the institute offers programs at other sites throughout the region, including Long Island, Westchester, and Manhattan, as well as several programs in Israel.