Mission Statement

The mission of the Civil Engineering Program is to provide a balanced education to students, strong in the scientific, engineering, humanistic, and social bases, so that they may attain a leadership role in their profession and “use their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare and the environment.” (Code of Ethics, American Society of Civil Engineers)

ABET Student Outcomes for Engineering

  1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
  2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
  3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
  4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
  5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
  6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
  7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Program Educational Objectives
  1. Professional Practice and Application of Core Knowledge. Graduates will apply civil engineering principles to plan, design, construct, and maintain sustainable infrastructure systems that address societal needs in a changing world.
  2. Career Advancement and Professional Licensure. Graduates will advance in their careers through professional licensure, postgraduate education, continuing education, and/or roles of increasing responsibility, demonstrating leadership, initiative, and a commitment to lifelong professional development.
  3. Ethics, Sustainability, and Societal Responsibility. Graduates will uphold ethical and professional standards, protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public, promote sustainable development, and serve society by considering the global and moral implications of their engineering decisions.
  4. Project Management and Collaborative Leadership. Graduates will effectively manage and lead multidisciplinary projects, applying principles of project management, cost estimation, and teamwork to deliver efficient and resilient infrastructure solutions.
  5. Innovation and Effective Communication. Graduates will adapt to emerging technologies and methods, critically evaluate engineering tools and data, and communicate effectively with technical and public audiences to advance civil engineering practice.