Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Overview

From initial planning to supervision of construction, civil engineers are in high demand wherever engineering expertise is needed to build all types of structures. The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering prepares students to create infrastructure that stands the test of time while using methods and materials that preserve the world's vital resources and protect the environment. This versatile program covers a broad range of subjects, including construction engineering management; environmental engineering; geotechnical engineering and geomechanics; hydraulic and water resources engineering; structural engineering; and transportation, traffic, highway and airport engineering. Paid internships, fieldwork, capstone projects and design-build competitions position graduates to fill much-needed roles in public and private sectors.

Program Details

Sample Courses

• CE 260: Computer Programming in Civil Engineering
• CE 343: Soil Mechanics
• CE 440: Foundation Engineering

Career Fields

• Construction management
• Transportation
• Land development
• Public works
• Consulting

Level of Math

• Substantial Knowledge This strand involves skill and facility with calculus. The S-strand begins at one of two calculus options - MATH 122A/B (Functions for Calculus and First-Semester Calculus) or MATH 125 (Calculus I). Students who successfully complete the S-strand may continue on to MATH 129 (Calculus II), MATH 223 (Vector Calculus), or beyond. Those who choose but are not ready to begin the S-strand will be required to take preparatory work.

Level of Second Language

• None Second language is not required.

Pre-major Required?

• No

Additional Admissions Requirements

• This major has additional admission criteria. Please see the College of Engineering website for more information.

This Major's College

• College of Engineering

Degree

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Sample Plans

2025, Civil Engineering

• 4-Year Sample Plan
• Map Transfer Coursework
• Plan Ahead with a Transfer Pathway

First Year

• 1st Semester
  • ENGL 101 1st Year Comp (3)
  • MATH 122A/B or 125 Calculus I (3)
  • CHEM 151 Chemistry I with lab (4)
  • ENGR 102A and 102B Introduction to Engineering or ENGR 102 (3)
  • Introduction to the General Education Experience (Entry Course) (1)
• 2nd Semester
  • ENGL 102 1St Year Comp 2 (3)
  • MATH 129 Calculus II (3)
  • MCB 181R/L Introductory Biology I or GEOS 251 Physical Geology (4)
  • PHYS 141 Introductory Mechanics (4)
  • GE Core: Exploring Perspectives or Building Connections (3)

Second Year

• 3rd Semester
  • MATH 223 Calculus III (4)
  • PHYS 241 Introductory E/M or CHEM 152 General Chemistry (4)
  • CE 210 Engineering Graphics (1)
  • CE 214 Statics (3)
  • GE Core: Exploring Perspectives or Building Connections (3)
  • GE Core: Exploring Perspectives or Building Connections (3)
• 4th Semester
  • MATH 254 Differential Equations (3)
  • CE 215 Mechanics of Materials (3)
  • CE 218 Mechanics of Fluids (3)
  • CE 251 Surveying (3)
  • CE 260 Introduction to MATLAB I (1)
  • GE Core: Exploring Perspectives or Building Connections (3)

Third Year

• 5th Semester
  • CE 301 Engineering Communications (3)
  • CE 303 Numerical Analysis for Civil Engineers (3)
  • CE 310 Probability & Statistics in CE (3)
  • CE 333 Elementary Structural Analysis (3)
  • CE 363 Transportation Engineering and Pavement Design (4)
• 6th Semester
  • CE 323 Hydraulic Engineering and Design (4)
  • CE 335 Structural Design in Concrete or CE TE (3)
  • CE 343 Soil Mechanics (3)
  • CE 381 Const. Engr Management or CE TE (3)
  • CE Lab (1)
  • ENGR 211P Engineering Science (Engineering Economics) (1)
  • ENGR 211I Engineering Science (Dynamics) (1)

Fourth Year

• 7th Semester
  • CE 408A Issues in Civil Engineering Practice (3)
  • CE 334 Structural Design in Steel or CE TE (3)
  • CE 440 Foundations Engineering (3)
  • CE 370R Environmental and Water Engineering or CE TE (3)
  • CE Technical Elective (3)
  • CE Lab (1)
• 8th Semester
  • CE 408B Civil Engineering Senor Capstone Design (3)
  • CE Technical Elective (3)
  • CE Technical Elective (3)
  • CE Lab (1)
  • CE Technical Elective - Consult with major advisor for course approval, units may vary (1)
  • GE Core: Exploring Perspectives or Building Connections (3)
  • General Education Portfolio (Exit Course) (1)