B.S. in Civil Engineering Program Objectives

After 3 to 5 years, graduates of the B.S. in Civil Engineering program are valuable and responsible practicing professional engineers

Graduates ability to attain Program educational objectives will be demonstrated by the following student learning outcomes

Knowledge Program Outcomes

• ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (ABET a)
• the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context (ABET h)
• knowledge of contemporary issues
• knowledge of civil engineering design principles and standards of professional practice
• understanding of basic concepts in management, business, public policy and leadership (ASCE criteria)
• ability to apply knowledge of four technical areas appropriate to civil engineering (ASCE criteria)

• an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (ABET b)
• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (ABET c)
• an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams (ABET d)
• an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (ABET e)
• an ability to communicate effectively (ABET g)
• an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. (ABET k)

• a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning (ABET i)
• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (ABET f)
• a desire to be successful in the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination and to become a registered professional civil engineer
• an appreciation of the role of professional engineering societies on the practice of civil engineering