Civil Engineering

This course introduces key surveying concepts, including coordinates, directions, distances, elevations, and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). Students will perform calculations for traverses, boundary surveys, and differential leveling. Additional topics include the national rectangular coordinate systems, property descriptions, and interpretation of topographic surveys for cut and fill calculations in earthwork estimation. The course concludes with practical applications of horizontal and vertical curve layout techniques. Co-requisite: CE200L Land Surveying Lab

This lab course provides hands-on experience in fundamental surveying techniques and tools. Topics include pacing and taping for distance measurement, differential leveling using auto levels, and traverse procedures to determine bearings, distances, coordinates, and area. Students will also conduct resectioning and determine remote object elevations using total stations, develop topographic maps, and gain practical experience with Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) using RTK rovers. Co-requisite or Pre-requisite: CE200 Land Surveying

This course focuses on the evaluation and characterization of materials used in civil engineering construction. Topics include the physical and mechanical properties of typical construction materials. Emphasis is placed on understanding material behavior, industry testing standards, and specifications to assess performance and suitability for construction applications. Students will gain foundational knowledge for selecting and testing materials to meet engineering design requirements. Co-requisite: CE220L CE Materials Lab

This lab course provides hands-on experience in evaluating and characterizing materials used in civil engineering construction. Students will conduct experiments to assess the physical and mechanical properties of typical construction materials. Emphasis is placed on applying industry testing standards and specifications to evaluate material behavior, performance, and suitability for construction applications. Through practical exercises, students will develop the skills needed to test and analyze materials for engineering design and construction projects. Co-requisite or Pre-requisite: CE220 CE Materials

This course covers the analysis of determinate and indeterminate structures, including beams, trusses, and frames. Topics include deflection calculations, the principle of superposition, influence lines, and the behavior of cables and arches. The course also introduces methods for analyzing indeterminate structures, including the slope deflection method and moment distribution method. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical skills to evaluate structural behavior and performance under various loading conditions. Pre-requisite: ES212 Solid Mechanics

This course explores the behavior, strength, and design of structural systems in reinforced concrete, steel, and wood. Students will apply ACI specifications for concrete, AISC specifications and the LRFD approach for steel, and NDS specifications for wood. Emphasis is placed on understanding material behavior, design principles, and code compliance. Project-based assignments challenge students to identify constraints, solve complex design problems, and develop critical thinking skills in structural engineering applications. Pre-requisite: CE311 Structural Analysis; Co-requisite: CE312L Structural Design Lab

This lab course provides hands-on experimentation with the testing and utilization of structural components. Labs focus on concrete, steel, and wood construction, including material behavior and strength assessment. Students will also design and conduct an experiment to explore composite construction, enhancing their understanding of structural design principles and techniques. Co-requisite or Pre-requisite: CE312 Structural Design

This course focuses on the principles of soil mechanics and their applications in civil engineering. Topics include soil structure and classification, permeability, soil strength, consolidation, stress analysis, slope stability, lateral earth pressures, and bearing capacity. Emphasis is placed on understanding the behavior of soils and applying fundamental concepts to the design and analysis of geotechnical systems. Pre-requisite: ES212 Solid Mechanics; Co-requisite: CE330L Geotechnical Engineering Lab

This lab course provides hands-on experience in evaluating the physical and mechanical properties of soils for geotechnical engineering applications. Experiments include soil classification, determination of permeability, compaction, consolidation, and shear strength. Emphasis is placed on standard testing procedures, data analysis, and the interpretation of results to assess soil behavior and suitability for construction projects. Students will also gain practical skills in laboratory safety, teamwork, and effective communication of findings through technical reports. Co-requisite or Pre-requisite: CE330 Geotechnical Engineering

This course introduces the fundamentals of transportation engineering, covering the history of U.S. transportation systems (land, water, air) and their components. Topics include traffic flow analysis, statistical methods for design, highway capacity and level of service (LOS), and queueing systems. Students will explore travel demand modeling, highway design for safety, traffic signal operations, AASHTO pavement design, and airport runway capacity. Emphasis is placed on designing efficient and safe transportation systems through practical applications and engineering principles.

This course covers key concepts in water resources engineering, including pump design, water hammer, and water distribution system analysis. Students will learn storm sewer design, open channel flow, water surface profiles, and streamflow data measurement. Topics also include hydrograph analysis, runoff prediction using NRCS and Rational methods, and unit hydrograph techniques. Practical applications focus on designing and managing sustainable water infrastructure systems. Pre-requisite: ES250 Fluid Mechanics; Co-requisite: CE350L Water Resources Lab

This lab course provides practical experience with water resources design and analysis. Students will conduct experiments on open channel flow using flume tests, analyze pipe flow behavior, and explore hydrologic parameters through applied experimentation. The course emphasizes the utilization and testing of water resources components to reinforce theoretical concepts and develop problem-solving skills in real-world scenarios. Co-requisite or Pre-requisite: CE350 Water Resources

This course provides an in-depth study of modern construction methods and project management techniques. Topics include construction equipment selection, productivity analysis, cost estimation, project scheduling, and safety practices. Students will gain hands-on experience with material take-offs, plan reading, and the preparation of construction documents. Additional focus is placed on materials handling, earthmoving operations, concrete and asphalt construction, and structural steel erection. Through real-world case studies and project-based assignments, students develop critical skills for planning, managing, and executing construction projects efficiently and sustainably.

This course introduces students to professional practice in civil engineering through the investigation of technical employment opportunities, multi-disciplinary team building, and design project acquisition. Students will engage in project planning, including defining scope, identifying resources, and setting objectives. The course also emphasizes the integration of ethics, liability, and legal principles in the context of engineering practice. Students will begin developing the foundation for their senior design project, preparing them for collaborative and professional work in the field. Pre-requisite: Senior Standing and completion of 4 – CE3XX courses.

This course applies multiple civil engineering design subjects to a large-scale, real-world project. It serves as an introduction to professional practice, focusing on project management while integrating ethics, liability, economic, and legal principles. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, leadership, and effective communication throughout the design process. The course culminates in an oral presentation of the project, along with a detailed design report, plans, and specifications, showcasing the students’ ability to manage and execute complex engineering designs. Pre-requisite: CE401 CE Senior Design I, must be taken the semester immediately following successful completion of CE401 CE Senior Design

This course builds on foundational structural design principles, focusing on advanced topics in concrete, steel, and timber design. Students will investigate and apply seismic loading requirements, along with other complex design considerations, to develop robust and safe structural systems. The course also introduces the use of computerized analysis and design tools to aid in the evaluation and optimization of structural designs. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to address advanced structural design challenges with both theoretical knowledge and practical software applications. Pre-requisite: CE312 Structural Design I

This course focuses on the principles and design of foundations for structures. Topics include soil mechanics, bearing capacity, settlement analysis, foundation types (shallow and deep foundations), pile and caisson design, and foundation performance under different loading conditions. Students will apply geotechnical engineering principles to analyze soil behavior, determine foundation requirements, and design appropriate foundations to ensure structural stability and safety. Emphasis is placed on integrating field data and theoretical knowledge to create effective foundation solutions in real-world engineering projects. Pre-requisite: CE330 Geotechnical Engineering

This course addresses the roles and responsibilities of the project team, project delivery methods, the preparation of accurate and enforceable specifications, and the effective administration of construction contracts. Contract documents, including project plans and specifications, will be analyzed from the perspective of coordination, interpretation, and enforcement.  Guidelines and documents from various organizations such as CSI, AIA, and AGC will be examined to develop an understanding of the design process, product selection, and improved communication among the project participants involved in all aspects of managing a project from initial planning to completion. Pre-requisite: Junior or Senior Standing