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Civil and Environmental Engineering
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Mission:
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department's mission is to provide a highly respected, rigorous, practical education for our students, oriented toward problem solving through the integration of education, research and lifelong learning. In fulfillment of this mission the department has established the following program educational objectives.
Educational Objectives:
1. To educate engineering professionals capable of applying principles of science and engineering to the solution of current and future problems in the field of civil engineering.
2. To educate engineering professionals motivated toward continued intellectual and professional growth through lifelong learning related to current technological developments and professional practices in civil engineering.
3. To educate engineering professionals motivated to become professional, ethical, global, and pluralistic leaders and contributors to society.
4. To educate engineering professionals to contribute to the development of our local and state economies. Outcomes:
The program's mission and educational objectives are accomplished by providing undergraduate students with an educational program that will result in graduates who have:
a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
b. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet prescribed objectives.
d. an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
e. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
f. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
g. an ability to communicate effectively.
h. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
i. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
j. a knowledge of contemporary issues.
k. the skills to apply the tools and techniques of modern engineering practice. Additionally, the program strives to assist students in developing a commitment to high standards of professional conduct by maintaining a strong, active ASCE Student Chapter Program; encouraging seniors to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination; and promoting summer and cooperative employment experiences in civil engineering.
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