The Civil Engineering program has established the following program educational objectives that are consistent with the mission of the University and that describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first several years following graduation. Civil Engineering program graduates will:
  1. Be productive in the civil engineering profession or other professional fields;
  2. Further develop their professional and technical skills through graduate studies and continuing education;
  3. Be involved with civil engineering professional organizations;
  4. Uphold the code of ethics of the profession and be cognizant of social justice issues in the practice of civil engineering; and
  5. Exhibit leadership in the practice of civil engineering.
To accomplish these program educational objectives, analysis and design courses in the fields of environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, structural, and water resources engineering are offered in addition to preparatory courses in oral and written communications, mathematics, sciences, and basic mechanics. A broad base of theory and design is provided along with discussion of current issues and practices of the profession. Through class assignments, students will become proficient in the use of computers and pertinent software, spreadsheets, presentations, drawing, and geographical information system (GIS) programs. Integrated with these courses is the University core curriculum.