Civil Engineering B.S.

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree

Refer to the “Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees ” section of this catalog.

Major in Civil Engineering

(Major Code: 130)

A student must complete a minimum of 126 credit hours to include at least 36 advanced hours.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Refer to the “University Core Curriculum ” section of this catalog. Students must take:

From Mathematics - Code 20 (3 hours)

Fourth hour will count toward Component Area Option.

MATH 2413 - Calculus I 4

From Life and Physical Sciences - Code 30 (6 hours)

Lab hours will count toward Component Area Option.

From Component Area Option - Code 90 (6 hours)

ENGL 1302 - Academic Writing and Research 3 or
ENGL 2311 - Introduction to Professional and Technical Communication 3
Lab hours from CHEM 1411 and CHEM 1412 and fourth hour from MATH 2413 .

Civil Engineering Requirements

One CENG Structural Design elective (3 hours)

One CENG general elective (3 hours)

One CENG design elective (3 hours)

One elective in ENGR, CENG, EENG, EVEG or MENG (3 hours)

One upper-level MATH/PHYS elective selected from:

Two natural science electives from:

A grade of “C” or better is required for all prerequisites listed for College of Engineering courses required for CENG majors.

Program Objectives

The West Texas A&M University Civil Engineering Program has the following objectives. During the first few years after graduation, engineers from the program will:

Use engineering theory and experience to develop practical solutions for engineering applications that further the business objectives of the company while a the same time understand business objectives and appreciate the social, economic and ethical issues encountered in a modern global society;
Demonstrate advanced critical thinking and creativity on engineering projects, begin to take leadership roles on interdisciplinary teams, and communicate clearly in both technical and non-technical forums;
Be professionally employed, serving the rapidly changing technological needs of industry or governmental organizations regionally or throughout the state and nation; and
Continue to grow professionally through activities such as pursuing formal graduate study, research or continuing education; achieving professional licensure; and participating in technical societies.

Student Outcomes

Faculty members use the program educational outcomes to develop the topics covered and assignments in each course. By the time of graduation, civil engineering students will demonstrate competence in:

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
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
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
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
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
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Admission Requirements for Pre-Engineering and Civil Engineering

All civil engineering students must meet WTAMU admission standards as outline in this catalog. Upon admission to the University, all students would be eligible to engage in and complete the first two years of the Engineering Program. In the semester during which the student would complete the pre-engineering sequence (cited below), the student may petition for admittance into the Civil Engineering Program. Every student enrolled in civil engineering courses at the 3000-level or higher must first be admitted into the Civil Engineering Program or receive special permission from the program director.

Criteria for Admission into Civil Engineering Program

Overall GPA of at least 2.25

Completion of the pre-engineering sequence:

The pre-engineering sequence must be completed with a GPA of at least 2.75.

Successful completion of the entrance interview with adviser

Note:

Students pursuing a civil engineering degree who do not meet the aforementioned criteria are to be listed as pre-engineering (major code 128) students. Students must appeal to the major department for any exceptions to this requirement.

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