Introduction to engineering graphics (AutoCAD), computer-aided design; introduction to civil engineering and construction.

Statics of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions using vector algebra as an analytical tool; centroids; distributed loads; trusses, frames; internal forces, friction. Prerequisite: MATH 1522 and PHYS 1310.

Principles of physical measurements and error theory applied to transportation systems, including layout and design. Design elements and standards, sight distance considerations and earthwork calculations applied to horizontal and vertical alignment design. Prerequisite: MATH 1430 or MATH 1512.

Stresses and strains in members subjected to tension, compression, torsion, shear and flexure. Combined and principal stresses; Mohr's circle construction; buckling. Introduction to statically indeterminate members.

Lecture and laboratory studies of the physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of infrastructure materials. Micro and nano-scale structure of matter. Experimental determination of material properties. Prerequisite: ENGL 2210. Pre- or corequisite: 302 or 371. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering.

Fluid properties; fluids at rest; fluid flow principles, including continuity, energy and momentum; incompressible fluid flow; laboratory study of basic principles of fluid mechanics. Three lectures.

(Also offered as ME 350) A study of methods and techniques used in determining comparative financial desirability of engineering alternatives. Includes time value of money (interest), depreciation methods and modern techniques for analysis of management decisions. Prerequisite: MATH 1430 or MATH 1512. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and junior or senior standing.

Management principles as applied to the conduct and control of a construction contracting business; estimating methods, bidding, construction contracts, bonds, insurance, project planning and scheduling, cost accounting, labor law, labor relations and safety. Restriction: admitted to B.S.C.E. Civil Engineering, B.S.Cn.E. Construction Engineering, or B.S.C.M. Construction Management.

Using modern, professional estimating techniques and resources, students complete cost estimates on buildings based on The Construction Specifications Institute formatted budgets and quantity take-offs for materials, labor and equipment. Seven levels of construction estimating are surveyed and applied. Prerequisite: 171. Restriction: admitted to B.S.C.E. Civil Engineering, B.S.Cn.E. Construction Engineering, or B.S.C.M. Construction Management.

Multimodal examination of the planning, design and operation of transportation facilities; social aspects and economic evaluation of transportation system improvements; transportation design project.

Design of steel systems in accordance with LRFD design specifications.

Principles and design of wastewater treatment systems which are dependent on biological organisms. Processes covered include suspended culture and fixed culture systems, nutrient removal, hybrid systems, land application and on-site treatment systems. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental interaction between the organisms, wastes and receiving body of water. Prerequisite: **335. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and senior standing.

Evaluation of strategies to improve the environmental performance of industrial processes. Topics include impacts associated with resource consumption and pollution generation, life cycle assessment, environmental management systems, sustainability, techniques for pollution prevention and energy minimization. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and senior standing.

Hydrologic and geologic factors controlling groundwater flow, including flow to wells. The hydrologic cycle; intereactions between surface and subsurface hydrologic systems; regional flow systems. Groundwater geochemistry and contaminant transport.

Principles, theory, and techniques of computer building, information modeling applications in the construction industry using AutoDesk Revit Architecture and Revit Structure modeling software. Students develop and apply current database technologies based on their respective degrees.

Provides an understanding of the analysis and design of flexible and rigid highway pavements. Includes mechanistic-empirical analysis and evaluation of design practices, stresses and strains in pavements, traffic consideration, pavement performance models, and reliability. Prerequisite: 360.

Principles of the geometric design and operation of streets and highways, including planning aspects, traffic design and control and highway safety. Application of these principles to actual situations. Prerequisite: 382. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and junior or senior standing.

Advanced studies in various areas of civil engineering. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering.

Course emphasizes investigation, evaluation, and discussion of areas of specialized knowledge or inquiry relevant to the profession or field of study. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering.

Practical construction industry experience (both home office and field). Students spend designated period of time with owner or contractor. Evaluation by both instructor and industry sponsor, emphasizing student's understanding of observed project management operations. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and junior or senior standing.

Comprehensive, creative construction management of a typical construction project, including estimating, scheduling, document preparation, constructibility site analysis and quality, safety, equipment and material plans. Both written and oral presentations are required.

Comprehensive, creative design of a typical civil engineering project, including cost analysis. Detailed study based on written proposals by student teams, both written and oral reports required. To be taken in the student s last semester. Prerequisite: 308 and 331 and 350 and 360. Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering and senior standing.

Topics in finite element analysis with applications to problems in a two and three dimensional, solid continuum.

Design of steel systems in accordance with LRFD design specifications.

A comprehensive survey including acid-base and precipitation equilibria, complexation of metals, transformation occurring in the environment adsorption, ion exchange. The approach will be quantitative and aimed at developing the student's ability to predict consequences of environmental manipulation, treatment processes and phenomena observed in the field.

Principles and design of wastewater treatment systems which are dependent on biological organisms. Processes covered include suspended culture and fixed culture systems, nutrient removal, hybrid systems, land application and on-site treatment systems. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental interaction between the organisms, wastes and receiving body of water.

Evaluation of strategies to improve the environmental performance of industrial processes. Topics include impacts associated with resource consumption and pollution generation, life cycle assessment, environmental management systems, sustainability, techniques for pollution prevention and energy minimization.

(Also offered as EPS 562/462) Hydrologic and geologic factors controlling groundwater flow, including flow to wells. The hydrologic cycle; interaction between surface and subsurface hydrologic systems; regional flow systems. Groundwater geochemistry and containment transport.

Principles and applications of water, energy and solute transport in the near-surface environment. Topics covered include moisture characteristic curves, unsaturated hydraulic conductivity, Richards equation and numerical solutions. Processes studied include infiltration, redistribution, evapotranspiration and recharge.

Advanced reading, analysis, design or research.

Principles, theory, and techniques of computer building, information modeling applications in the construction industry using AutoDesk Revit Architecture and Revit Structure modeling software. Students develop and apply current database technologies based on their respective degrees. Prerequisite: 160L and 305 and (308 or 371) and (**372 or (376 and 377)).

Pavement design principles, including a review of methods for soil testing and characterization, base selection, subgrade stabilization and surfacing material design. Procedures for new pavement design and existing pavement testing and evaluation will be covered.

Principles of the geometric design and operation of streets and highways, including planning aspects, traffic design and control and highway safety. Application of these principles to actual situations.

A course offered by Civil Engineering faculty which presents a detailed examination of developing sciences and technologies in a classroom setting. {Offered upon demand}

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Restriction: CE majors only.

Course emphasizes investigation, evaluation, and discussion of areas of specialized knowledge or inquiry relevant to the profession or field of study. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a doctoral dissertation. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.