Courses

Lower Division Courses

CE 154 Special Topic in Civil Engineering (1-4)
Prerequisites: Instructor consent and as needed for specific topic.
Current topics of special interest to students in engineering, as announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

CE 190 Introduction To CAD (1)
Prerequisite: MATH 103.
Use of computers in 2 and 3 dimensional drafting and pictorial representation using CAD software. Computer graphics fundamentals and descriptive geometry.  Laboratory 3 hours.

CE 195 Civil Engineering Design I (4)
Prerequisites: CE 190, CE 202, PHYS 211.
Introduction to civil engineering design including problem identification, data gathering, analysis, feasibility study, alternative design, decision making and communication.  Lecture 2 hours, Laboratory 2 hours.

CE 201 Statics  (4)  (also listed as ME 201)
Prerequisites: MATH 207, PHYS 211.
Fundamental principles of statics, resolution and composition of forces, algebraic and graphic solutions, friction, center of gravity, moment of inertia.

CE 202 Plane Surveying  (4)
Prerequisite: MATH 103 or satisfactory score on mathematics placement test.
Principles and practices of measurement of distances, directions, and elevations;  care and use of level, transit, plane table;  mapping practice, and symbols.  Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours. 

CE 205 Strength of Materials I  (4)  (also listed as ME 205)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 201.
Stresses and strains under axial, shearing, and torsional forces;  flexural stresses and deflections of simple beams;  columns; and combined stresses. 

CE 208 Statics and Strength of Materials  (4)  (also listed as ME 208)
Prerequisites: MATH 207, PHYS 211.
Principles of statics, force systems and equilibrium, structures, machines, distributed force, centroid, moment of inertia, stresses, strains, and deformations under axial, torsional, and bending loads. For Electrical Engineering students only.

CE 210 Matrix Algebra for Engineers  (2)  (also listed as ME 210)
Prerequisite:  MATH 208.
Introduction to calculations using vectors;  matrix operation;  solution of linear simultaneous equations; coordinate transformation; application to engineering problems.

CE 211 Statistics and Probability for Engineers  (2)  (also listed as ME 211)
Prerequisite:  MATH 208.
Introduction to calculations using probability distributions and densities;  concepts in statistics;  application to engineering problems.

CE 220 Our Oceans and Our Future  (4)
The engineering aspects of ocean environment, its effect on humankind, and our future. Intended for all majors. GE B3

CE 290 Numerical Methods for Engineers  (3)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 210.
Applied numerical methods for engineers with microcomputer applications. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 1 hour.

Upper Division Courses

CE 303 Fluid Mechanics I  (4)  (also listed as ME 303)
Prerequisite: PHYS 212.
Fundamental principles and methods of fluid mechanics;  thermodynamics of fluid flow;  Newtonian fluids;  equations of fluid flow;  laminar and turbulent flow;  applications. 

CE 306 Communication for Civil Engineers (3)
Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR), COMM 150.
Exposure to key communication skills encountered in civil engineering practice. Integration of oral and written communication skills centered around a civil engineering design project. Individual and team assignments. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours.

CE 312 Strength of Materials Laboratory I  (1)  (also listed as ME 312)
Prerequisites: CE/ME 205 (may be taken concurrently).
Tests of engineering materials in tension, compression, bending, and torsion;  verification by experiment;  basic theories learned in strength of materials.  Laboratory 3 hours.

CE 313 Fluid Mechanics Laboratory I  (1)  (also listed as ME 313)
Prerequisites: CE/ME 303.
Experiments on fluid properties, fluid statics, conservation of mass, energy, and momentum, and fluid resistance. Laboratory 3 hours. 

CE 320 Dynamics I  (4)  (also listed as ME 320)
Prerequisite:  CE/ME 201.
Kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies; work, kinetic energy, impulse, momentum in two and three dimensions; applications to space mechanics.

CE 352 Technological Aspects of Urban Environment  (4)
Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block B.
Current engineering practice in dealing with urban problems such as financial, transportation, pollution, communications, public utilities, land use planning and public health. Not acceptable for engineering technical elective credit.

     GE Theme D

CE 358 Environment, Earth Systems and Technology (4)  (also listed as GEOG 358)
Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block B.
Consider the role of technology in the changing relationships between human societies and their environment; studies the impact of the agricultural, industrial and information revolutions on natural systems and sustainability.

     GE Theme G

CE 360 Structural Mechanics I  (4)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 205.
Analysis of determinate structures:  beams, frames, and cables. Introduction to influence lines and analysis of indeterminate structures. 

CE 361 Introduction to Structural Design (4)
Prerequisites: CE 195, CE 360.
Loads on buildings and load distribution in framed structures, codes and specifications, design of simple beams, columns and tension members made from steel, concrete, and timber.

CE 364 Concrete Laboratory  (1)
Prerequisites or corequisites: CE 361, CE/ME 312.
Physical tests of cement, concrete aggregates, tensile strength test of cement, proportioning of concrete mixtures, slump test, compressive and flexural strength tests.  Laboratory 3 hours.

CE 365 Specifications and Cost Estimating (4)
Prerequisite: Senior standing in engineering.
Building specifications and codes, estimating costs, materials handling and transport, excavation, concrete, wood, masonry, and steel construction.

CE 366 Soil Mechanics I  (4)
Prerequisites:  CE/ME 205;  prerequisite or corequisite:  CE/ME 303.
Physical and mechanical properties of soils, classifications, permeability, seepage, capillarity, consolidation, settlement, stresses, pressures, strength theories, and testing methods. 

CE 368 Soil Mechanics Laboratory  (1)
Prerequisites: CE 366, CE/ME 312.
Physical properties of soils, soil classification, mechanical analysis, permeability, shearing strength, and consolidation tests.  Laboratory 3 hours. 

CE 370 Transportation Engineering  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 202, CE/ME 210, CE/ME 211.
Fundamental principles for analysis, planning, design, and operation of transportation systems.

CE 372 Asphaltic Materials Laboratory  (1) 
Prerequisite: CE/ME 312.
Laboratory tests on asphalt cement and aggregates;  design of asphaltic mixtures;  proportioning of asphalt cement and aggregates;  preparation of test specimens.  Laboratory 3 hours. 

CE 381 Computer Aided Design Laboratory  (1)
Prerequisites: CE 303, 361, 370.
Use of computer-aided visualization, comprehension and graphical representation in planning and design of civil engineering projects.

CE 382 Computer Aided Structural Analysis, Design and Experimentation Laboratory (1)
Prerequisites: CE/ME 312, CE 361.
Computer aided structural analysis and design using structural simulation software as encountered in practice. Computer aided structural experimentation and comparison of experimental results with structural analysis software. Laboratory 3 hours.

CE 384 Introduction to Environmental Engineering  (4)
Prerequisites: CE/ME 303, CHEM 101.
Introduction to environmental engineering;  environmental and ecological systems;  physical, chemical, and biological processes;  water and wastewater treatment;  air pollution;  solid and hazardous wastes;  regulations and impact assessment.

CE 386 Design of Water Resources Systems  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 195, CE /ME 303.
Develops of water resources and demand of water, availability of water, storage and control structures, conveyance system, and drainage system.

CE 387 Hydraulics I (4)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 303.
Introduction to open channel flow, gradually varied flow, hydraulic machinery, and introduction to unsteady flow.

CE 398 Cooperative Education (1-4)
Prerequisites: Approval of student adviser and department chair.
Integration of civil engineering work experience with academic program, individually planned through coordinator. Minimum of 10 hours per week required for each unit. Graded CR/ NC.

CE 400-Level Courses
All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements subject to limits established by department and approval of a graduate adviser: 

CE 402 Strength of Materials II  (4)
Prerequisites: CE/ME 205, MATH 215.
Stress-strain relationship in three dimensions, energy principles; theories of failure, curved beams, thick wall cylinders, shear center, unsymmetrical bending, and torsion in noncircular sections.

CE 413 Fluid Mechanics Laboratory II  (1)  (also listed as ME 413)
Prerequisite:  CE/ME 313;  prerequisite or corequisite: CE 387 or ME 408.
Experiments on subsonic and supersonic flow, free surface flow, pumps, turbines, fans, and unsteady flow.  Laboratory 3 hours.

CE 454 Special Topics in Civil Engineering (1-4)
Prerequisites: Senior standing in engineering; enrollment subject to approval of instructor in charge.
Group study of selected topics not currently offered as technical electives; study groups may be organized in advanced civil engineering subjects upon approval of instructor.

CE 454L Special Topics in Civil Engineering (1)
Prerequisites: Senior standing in engineering; enrollment subject to approval of instructor in charge.
Group study of selected topics not currently offered as technical electives; study groups may be organized in advanced civil engineering subjects upon approval of instructor. Tests include physical tests of cement, aggregates and other agents, mix design; workability and strength tests. Concrete canoe design and construction.

CE 460 Structural Mechanics II  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 360.
Analysis of indeterminate structures;  moment distribution, slope deflection, and approximation methods;  three dimensional frames and long span structures. 

CE 461 Design of Steel Structures  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 360, 361.
Design of steel structures;  lateral buckling of beams and frames, built-up beams, girders and trusses;  moment connections, torsion and unsymmetrical bending;  diaphragms and lateral force designs. 

CE 462 Reinforced Concrete Design I  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 360, 361.
Strength design of reinforced concrete structures, beams, slabs, frames, columns, footings, and retaining walls. 

CE 463 Timber and Masonry Design  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 360, 361.
Wood properties and design of wood structural elements, plywood and glulam products;  reinforced masonry  (brick and concrete) units, material properties, design of reinforced masonry structural elements.

CE 465 Seismic Design  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 460 and CE 461 or CE 462.
Earthquake and ground motion characteristics, structural response to support motions, lateral force resisting systems, determination of seismic forces, design of buildings for lateral loads.

CE 467 Foundations I  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 366.
Site exploration, bearing capacity, slope stability, lateral earth pressure, types of foundations, footings, caissons, piles, retaining walls, and cofferdams.

CE 471 Highway Engineering (4)
Prerequisites: CE 370, CE 202.
Introduction to principles of highway design including route location, geometric of horizontal and vertical curves, earthwork computations, drainage designs; computer applications.

CE 472 Highway and Airport Pavement Design  (4)
Prerequisites: CE 368, 370.
Theory and principles of pavement design for highways and airports; effects of soil characteristics and physical properties of basic materials; testing procedures. Grading ABC/NC.

CE 473 Pavement Design Laboratory  (1)
Prerequisite: CE 312.
Basic tests performed in evaluation of treated and untreated bases, subbases, and subgrades necessary for pavement thickness design.  Laboratory 3 hours. 

CE 474 Traffic Engineering  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 370.
Elements of traffic engineering;  vehicle, driver, and road characteristics;  capacity and flow determination;  signalized intersections;  parking and accident studies;  street, freeway, and mass transit operations.

CE 475 Geomatics  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 370 Prerequisite or Corequisite CE 471.
Advanced Geomatics, including triangulation, global positioning system (GPS), design and field layout of a spiraled horizontal curve including a vertical curve, and earthwork determination. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours. 

CE 483 Hydrology I  (4)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 303.
Precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, transpiration, and runoff;  methods of predicting discharge from precipitation, flood routing, and measurement of hydrologic processes.

CE 484 Sewerage and Sewage Treatment  (4)
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CE 384.
Sanitary and storm sewer systems, sewage treatment and disposal, stream sanitation, and treatment plant design. 

CE 485 Water Supply  (4)
Prerequisite: CE/ME 303.
Sources and collection of surface and ground water, distribution systems, water quality, water treatment plants, sedimentation, filtration, softening, and disinfection. 

CE 486 Groundwater Contamination and Remediation (4)
Prerequisite: CE 384.
Study of the fate of contaminants in the subsurface environment. Focus is on the transport of chemicals through porous media including possible transformations (chemical, physical, and biological).

CE 495 Civil Engineering Design Project  (4)
Prerequisite: CE 306, 361, 366 370, 384, 386.
Planning and designing typical civil engineering project as encountered in practice;  projects require integration and synthesis of acquired knowledge under given constraints.  Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours.

CE 496A Civil Engineering Design Project I (3)
Prerequisites: CE 306, 361, 366, 370, 384, 386, ENGR 300, 301.
Initial phases of planning and designing typical civil engineering project as encountered in practice; project requires integration and synthesis of acquired knowledge, consideration of alternative solutions, methods, and constraints such as economic, environmental, health and safety, social, political, sustainability, constructability, and ethical. Individual and group work required. A preliminary report and oral presentation required. Lecture 2 hours and Laboratory 3 hours. CE 496A and 496B must be taken in consecutive quarters in the same academic year.

CE 496B Civil Engineering Design Project II (2)
Prerequisite: CE 496A.
Continuation of design project initiated in CE 496A. Complete analysis and design of system including application of constraints. Preparation of final design report, including: memoranda, computations, drawings, cost estimates etc. Individual and group work required. Final written and oral report is required. Laboratory 6 hours. CE 496A and 496B must be taken in consecutive quarters in the same academic year.

CE 499 Undergraduate Directed Study (1-4)
Prerequisite: Consent of an instructor to act as sponsor.
Project selected in conference with the sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly, and a final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.