Undergraduate Degrees Offered at CEE

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

The four-year curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) enables graduates to enter professional practice as an engineer or to continue his or her studies in programs leading to advanced degrees in the following broad fields of specialization: construction engineering; environmental engineering; environmental fluid mechanics; geotechnical engineering; hydrology; materials; structural and engineering mechanics; transportation engineering; and water resources planning and management. The BSCE degree program is designed to offer depth in course material considered essential for all civil engineers, as well as flexibility in selecting elective courses that offer breadth of topic exposure. As civil engineers contribute to society in numerous ways, the School's philosophy is to provide the student with a range of electives to meet students’ interests. Civil engineers must not only be technically proficient, but also must be effective in working with people and with professionals in other disciplines. Graduates of the program may function in the areas of planning and design, construction, research and development, operations, and maintenance.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (BSEnvE)

The curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (BSEnvE) is designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of scientific disciplines and engineering principles that are used to address emerging environmental issues such as sustainable air, water, and land resources; human health; and environmental restoration. In the first and second years, students take courses in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, English composition, and introductory engineering. The third year incorporates advanced engineering topics, including solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and laboratories in engineering materials, hydraulic engineering, and environmental monitoring and process engineering. The fourth year is elective-based, allowing students to select courses from specific focus areas, including biological processes, sustainability, air pollution, and water resources, in addition to technical and design electives. A senior-level capstone design course serves to integrate principles from a range of disciplines. The curriculum provides students with the flexibility to develop tailored sequences of electives to meet individual education and career objectives, while ensuring a comprehensive engineering design experience.