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The Civil and Environmental Engineering Programs

Mission. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering integrates research, education, and professional service in areas related to civil infrastructure and the environment. We provide the profession and academia with outstanding graduates who advance both engineering practice and fundamental knowledge.

Program Educational Objectives. Fundamentals: To educate students in the fundamental principles needed for civil and environmental engineering: mathematics, basic sciences, and engineering sciences. Application: To educate students in the application of fundamental principles for solving civil and environmental engineering problems; provide proficiency in at least four of the environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resource areas; and expose students to current research. Professionalism: To imbue students with attributes that lead to professional growth throughout their careers: a sense of community and ethical responsibility; an awareness of business practices; a recognition of the need for life-long learning, continuing education, and participation in professional societies; a preparedness for graduate education; an appreciation for diversity in the engineering profession; the ability to think independently and perform effectively in multidisciplinary teams; and the ability to communicate effectively. Service to State and Profession: To provide an educational program that serves the needs of the state and profession; recruit and retain a diverse student population that is representative of the state; engage in outreach activities; provide an efficient program that minimizes the time-to-degree and maximizes enrollment opportunities; and prepare students for entry into post-graduate education or practice.

Study Abroad and Civil Engineering. It is possible for students to complete a portion of the civil engineering program at an international institution, such as the University of Edinburgh, by participating in an Education Abroad Program. The department encourages interested students to select a campus through the Education Abroad Program, then consult with the undergraduate staff adviser in Civil Engineering about their individual course plan. Often students are in their junior or senior year of study when they participate in this option.