<p>Opened in 1979, it is the primary location for engineering teaching, research and computing. The roof of Fitzpatrick Hall is home to a <a href="https://green.nd.edu/news/inovateus-solar-donates-rooftop-solar-array/">10kW flexible thin-film solar array</a> and monitoring system. The panels lie flat and are attached directly to the surface of the roof, and are connected directly to the University's power grid, helping meet Fitzpatrick's electricity demand.</p>