Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree at Amity University Dubai gives students the opportunity to build their careers in various roles in the construction sector. Civil Engineers are trained to solve the natural and physically built environment's design, construction, and maintenance concerns.

Programme Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering program, the graduate will be able 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, environmental, and economic factors.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Recognise ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, 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, analyse and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Programme Completion Requirements

For Programme Completion Requirements, refer to our Undergraduate Programme Completion Requirements Policy.

Course Description

With creativity and technical skill, civil engineers plan, design, construct and operate those facilities essential to modern life, ranging from bridges and highway systems to water/sewage treatment plants and energy-efficient buildings.

Career Outcomes

A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree opens doors to various specialisations and promising careers, such as:

• Civil/Construction Engineer
• Planning Engineer
• Quantity Surveyor
• Surveying Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Environmental Engineer
• Transportation Engineer

Programme Structure

Year 1

• BIOL 100 Biology I (3 credits)
• MATH 100 Mathematics I (4 credits)
• CHEM 100 General Chemistry (4 credits)
• ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing (3 credits)
• GENE 120 Islamic Culture (3 credits)
• MATH 105 Mathematics II (3 credits)
• PHYS 100 Mechanics and Wave Optics (4 credits)
• CSCI 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming (3 credits)
• MECH 205 Engineering Graphics and Workshop Practises (2 credits)
• COMM 105 Public Speaking (3 credits)
• ARAB 102 Arabic Language (3 credits)

Year 2

• MATH 220 Differential Equations (3 credits)
• MATH 200 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
• PHYS 105 Electromagnetics and Modern Physics (3 credits)
• CIVL 200 Basic Mechanics (3 credits)
• GENE 210 UAE Studies (3 credits)
• MATH 120 Probability and Statistics (3 credits)
• CIVL 215 Surveying (4 credits)
• MECH 310 Strength of Materials (4 credits)
• CIVL 300 Structural Analysis (3 credits)
• CIVL 230 Building Materials (3 credits)
• INTE 200 Internship I (2 credits)

Year 3

• CIVL 225 Transportation Engineering (4 credits)
• CIVL 305 Soil and Rock Mechanics (4 credits)
• MECH 315 Engineering Fluid Mechanics (4 credits)
• CIVL 420 Construction Project Management (3 credits)
• CIVL 315 Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures (3 credits)
• CIVL 405 Waste Water Engineering (3 credits)
• CIVL 330 Traffic Engineering Management (3 credits)
• CIVL 320 Water Resources & Water Supply Engineering (3 credits)
• CIVL 325 Design of Steel Structures (3 credits)
• CIVL 310 Foundation Engineering (3 credits)
• INTE 300 Internship II (2 credits)

Year 4

• Open Elective 1 (3 credits)
• Major Elective 1 (3 credits)
• Major Elective 2 (3 credits)
• Major Elective 3 (3 credits)
• GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (3 credits)
• ENGR 400 Senior Design Project I (2 credits)
• Open Elective 2 (3 credits)
• GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (3 credits)
• Major Elective 4 (3 credits)
• Major Elective 5 (3 credits)
• ENGR 405 Senior Design Project II (2 credits)

Admission Requirements

Entry to School of Engineering Architecture Interior Design undergraduate programs requires students to have attained the General Education Secondary School Certificate (G 12) or equivalent.

• Students must have achieved a 60% average in their Secondary School Certificate (Grade 12).
• Students must have scored 80% or higher in Mathematics and Physics in UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum or its equivalent.
• Students must have scored 80% or higher in Chemistry or Biology in UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum or its equivalent.

English Language Requirements

• Students from non-MoE curricula that are taught in English are exempt from providing English Language proficiency evidence.
• Students from non-MoE curricula taught in a language other than English must demonstrate proficiency through international standardized tests (IELTS 5 and above or its established equivalent).
• Students from the MoE Curriculum must prove their proficiency through High School English grades, which should not be less than 80%.

Conditional Admission

• Students with a high school average below 60% may be granted conditional admission.
• Students who score less than 80% in UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum or its equivalent in the required subjects will be granted conditional admission.
• These students will have to undergo Amity Placement Test (APT) for the specific course.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of UAE’s Ministry of Education.

Programme Leader

• Dr. Ramesh Vandanapu, Assistant Professor

Faculty

• Ms. Vidya P Mohanan, Lecturer
• Mr. Abraham K Samuel, Associate Professor
• Dr. Apurv Yadav, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Ashok Ganapathy Iyer, Associate Professor
• Dr. Bhopendra Singh, Associate Professor
• Mr. Deepak Tulsiram Patil, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Dinesh Chand, Associate Professor
• Dr. Efstratios Ntantis, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Ishu Sharma, Associate Professor
• Ms. Reshmi S Nair, Lecturer
• Ms. Salma Al Zahabi, Lecturer
• Dr. Sarath Raj, Lecturer
• Dr. Siddharth Sudhakaran, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Swaroop Ramaswamy Pillai, Associate Professor
• Dr. Ved Prakash Mishra, Associate Professor
• Dr. Vishal Naranje, Associate Professor
• Dr. Vinod Kumar Shukla, Associate Professor
• Dr. Mohammed Al Makki, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Amr Abdelaty, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Ziaurrahman Azmi, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Nawal Mohamed, Lecturer

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BS Civil Engineering degree at Amity University Dubai is a four-year program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful civil engineers. The program focuses on planning, designing, building, and maintaining public works such as buildings, roads, bridges, airports, canals, dams, and other infrastructure.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able 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, environmental, and economic factors.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Recognise ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, 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, analyse and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Careers:

A BS Civil Engineering degree opens doors to various specializations and promising careers, such as:

• Civil/Construction Engineer
• Planning Engineer
• Quantity Surveyor
• Surveying Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Environmental Engineer
• Transportation Engineer

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of UAE’s Ministry of Education.
• The program requires a total of 135 credit hours for completion.
• The program is offered with two class commencement dates: September 2024 and January 2025.
• The yearly fees for the program are AED 74,250 / USD 20,419.
• The program includes an internship component, with two internship courses (INTE 200 and INTE 300) spanning two semesters.
• The program includes a Senior Design Project component, with two courses (ENGR 400 and ENGR 405) spanning two semesters.
• The program includes a General Education component, with courses covering Islamic Culture, UAE Studies, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability, and Ethics and Professional Responsibility.
• The program includes a range of elective courses, allowing students to specialize in areas of interest.
• The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified faculty members.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to build their careers in various roles in the construction sector.
• The program is designed to meet the growing demand for civil engineers in the UAE and globally.
• The program is taught in a state-of-the-art facility with access to modern labs and workshops.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to participate in research projects and conferences.
• The program is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the field of civil engineering.
• The program is offered in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to network with industry professionals.
• The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the principles of civil engineering.
• The program is designed to develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• The program is designed to prepare students for a rewarding and challenging career in the field of civil engineering.