Civil Engineering

Students interested in Civil Engineering might also enjoy further options listed below that incorporate the same key features.

   

Creative Problem Solving

   

Global Studies

   

Project Design and Development

   

Hands-on Learning

   

Advanced Math and Science Topics

   

Environmental and Sustainability Topics

   

Study of Construction Methods

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  • The Physics major provides knowledge of the physical concepts that are basic to the laws of nature, and the ability to use these fundamental concepts to answer questions and solve real problems. Students also gain an understanding of the relationship of physics to other fields such as astronomy, biology, engineering, chemistry and medicine.

  • The minor in civil engineering exposes students to five sub-disciplines of civil engineering: construction engineering and management, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and geomechanics, structural engineering and structural mechanics, and water resource engineering and management.

Characteristics it possesses

   Creative Problem Solving
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Environmental and Sustainability Topics
    Study of Construction Methods

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  • Mathematics majors learn knowledge and awareness of topics such as basic real analysis of one variable, calculus of several variables and vector analysis, and the structure of mathematical proofs. Students will also acquire the ability and skills to move from concrete to abstract thinking; recognize patterns and connections between mathematics and other subjects; and construct logical arguments that they can articulate both verbally and in writing.

  • The minor in civil engineering exposes students to five sub-disciplines of civil engineering: construction engineering and management, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and geomechanics, structural engineering and structural mechanics, and water resource engineering and management.

Characteristics it possesses

   Creative Problem Solving
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Environmental and Sustainability Topics
    Study of Construction Methods

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  • The Statistics and Data Science major examines both traditional statistical methods and cutting edge data analysis techniques. Students learn the cross-disciplinary statistical and analytical tools and problem-solving strategies required to solve real world problems.

  • The Environmental Planning Minor teaches students what it takes to facilitate the decision-making to carry out urban planning, urban design, land development and natural resource conservation with consideration of environmental, social, political and economic factors.

Characteristics it possesses

   Creative Problem Solving
   Project Design and Development
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Environmental and Sustainability Topics
    Study of Construction Methods

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  • The Environmental Studies major covers topics in the environmental and sustainability fields. Students in the program examine the intersection of science, policy and human values, as applied to environmental issues, across disciplines and acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help solve global, national, regional and local environmental challenges.

  • The minor in architectural engineering exposes students to basic building science knowledge, engineering and system concepts, and calculation and design skills.

Characteristics it possesses

   Creative Problem Solving
   Global Studies
   Project Design and Development
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Environmental and Sustainability Topics
    Study of Construction Methods