The civil engineering program produces graduates who possess a broad foundation in engineering and liberal arts, combined with a depth of disciplinary knowledge. This knowledge is mandatory for success in a civil engineering career. Civil engineering is a wide field, and this program educates a new generation of civil engineers to be leaders in the profession, emphasizing technical competence, professional practice, civic contribution, and entrepreneurship.

The objectives of the civil engineering program are provided in terms of our expectations for our graduates. Within several years of graduation:

Our graduates will be known for tackling challenging civil engineering problems through visionary planning and innovative, resilient, equitable, and sustainable designs
Our graduates will be recognized for upholding the highest ethical principles in addressing complex professional and social problems that will face future civil engineers
Our graduates will practice teamwork and attain leadership positions and will broadly benefit society while advancing the civil engineering profession, its domain, and its impact.

Many of our graduates pursue advanced study in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, consulting, business, law, and many other fields.

Student Outcomes

By the time of graduation, students majoring in civil engineering will have the ability to:

Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social and environmental, and economic factors
Communicate effectively with a rage of audiences, writing and presenting technical content
Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions
Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

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