Course Descriptions

The civil engineering curriculum is designed to give the student a sound education in preparation for this people-oriented, public works profession. The first two years include courses that deal with the principles of mathematics, physical and engineering sciences on which engineering concepts are based, as well as courses in humanities and social sciences and introductory courses in engineering and design. The last two years are devoted to developing the necessary technical competence, as well as the ability to apply the knowledge that the student has acquired to the design and synthesis of complex civil engineering projects.

CE 486 - Civil Engineering Design & Synthesis I

Credit Hours: 1R-3L-2C
Term Available: F
Prerequisites: RH 330 - Technical & Professional Communication, and CE 460 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering
Corequisites: CE 450 - Civil Engineering Codes & Regulations

Civil engineering projects submitted by corporate and governmental sponsors will be initiated by small teams of students to implement principles used in planning, design, and synthesis. Learning objectives include contracting, concept development, concept feasibility, planning and scheduling design work, data collection for subsequent design.

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