Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering - STEM Designated
Chicago, USA
DURATION
131 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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Introduction
Civil engineering is the oldest existing engineering discipline. With the increasing global population, the growing complexity of industries, and changing urban centers, the civil engineer's task—applying science to the control and utilization of the environment for the total benefit of mankind—represents a challenge unsurpassed in all of engineering.
Illinois Tech's civil engineering program provides breadth in core sub-disciplines (including structures, transportation, and construction management) and depth in at least one area of specialization (at the discretion of the student and academic advisor).
In professional courses, classroom lectures are supplemented by laboratory practice, including the study of materials, concrete, hydraulics, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, and surveying.
Our civil engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Program Overview
The civil engineering program will enable you to make far-reaching decisions that draw not only from technical knowledge but also integrity and judgment. Experience a breadth in core sub-disciplines (including structures, transportation, and construction management) and an area of specialization.
The current educational objectives of the undergraduate program in civil engineering are embodied in the following statements:
- Graduates are prepared to enter the civil engineering profession.
- Graduates will meet the expectations of their employers.
- Graduates will become licensed professional engineers, and reach positions of leadership in a wide range of professional settings including consulting firms, industry, academia, or government.
- Graduates will begin and successfully complete graduate studies in engineering and/or post-baccalaureate education in a professional degree program.
Why Civil Engineering?
- Civil Engineering Ranked #2 Best Engineering Job
- Illinois Tech Ranked #5 in Civil Engineering Across the U.S.
Program Specializations
- Civil-Environmental Engineering
- Construction Engineering and Management
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country
As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).
We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.
Want some more great reasons?
- On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
- We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
- 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
- The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938
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Program Outcome
The objective of the civil engineering program is to prepare graduates to enter and be successful in the civil engineering profession. Graduates are expected to become licensed professional engineers and to reach responsible positions in a wide range of professional settings, including consulting firms, industry, or government. This program will prepare students to begin and successfully complete graduate studies in engineering and/or post-baccalaureate education in a professional degree program. The civil engineering program provides breadth in core sub-disciplines and depth in areas of specialization. This degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
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Curriculum
Required Courses
Civil Engineering Requirements ---- ---- (48)
- CAE 100 ---- ---- Introduction to Engineering Drawing & Design ---- ---- 2
- CAE 101 ---- ---- Introduction to AutoCAD Draw Design ---- ---- 2
- CAE 105 ---- ---- Surveying ---- ---- 3
- CAE 110 ---- ---- Professional Practice I ---- ---- 1
- CAE 111 ---- ---- Professional Practice II ---- ---- 1
- CAE 302 ---- ---- Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics ---- ---- 3
- CAE 303 ---- ---- Structural Design I ---- ---- 3
- CAE 304 ---- ---- Structural Analysis I ---- ---- 3
- CAE 307 ---- ---- Structural Design II ---- ---- 3
- CAE 312 ---- ---- Engineering Systems Analysis ---- ---- 3
- CAE 315 ---- ---- Materials of Construction ---- ---- 3
- CAE 323 ---- ---- Introduction to Geotechnical Engineer ---- ---- 3
- CAE 419 ---- ---- Introduction Transportation Engineer/Design ---- ---- 3
- CAE 431 ---- ---- Steel Design ---- ---- 3
- CAE 432 ---- ---- Concrete and Foundation Design ---- ---- 3
- CAE 457 ---- ---- Geotechnical Foundation Design ---- ---- 3
- CAE 470 ---- ---- Construction Methods & Cost Estimate ---- ---- 3
- CAE 496 ---- ---- FE Exam Preparation1 ---- ---- 0
- ENVE 401 ---- ---- Introduction to Water Resource ---- ---- 3
CAE Technical Electives ---- ---- (9)
Select 9 credit hours2 ---- ---- 9
CAE Additional Science Requirement ---- ---- (3)
- ENVE 201 ---- ---- Earth Environ Science3 ---- ---- 3
or
- CAE 221 ---- ---- Engineering Geology ---- ---- 3
or
- BIOL 105 ---- ---- Introduction to Biology ---- ---- 3
or
- PHYS 360 ---- ---- Introduction to Astrophysics ---- ---- 3
Mathematics Requirements (18)
- MATH 151 ---- ---- Calculus I ---- ---- 5
- MATH 152 ---- ---- Calculus II ---- ---- 5
- MATH 251 ---- ---- Multivariate & Vector Calculus ---- ---- 4
- MATH 252 ---- ---- Introduction to Differential Equations ---- ---- 4
Physics Requirements ---- ---- (8)
- PHYS 123 ---- ---- General Physics I: Mechanics ---- ---- 4
- PHYS 221 ---- ---- General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism ---- ---- 4
Capstone Design Requirement ---- ---- (3)
- CAE 495 ---- ---- Capstone Senior Design ---- ---- 3
Chemistry Requirement ---- ---- (4)
- CHEM 124 ---- ---- Principle of Chemistry I with Lab ---- ---- 4
Computer Science Requirement (2)
- CS 104 ---- ---- Introduction to Computer Programming for Engineer ---- ---- 2
or
- CS 105 ---- ---- Introduction to Computer Programming ---- ---- 2
Engineering Course Requirements (9)
- CAE 286 ---- ---- Theory & Concept of Structural Mechanics ---- ---- 3
- CAE 287 ---- ---- Mechanics Structural Materials ---- ---- 3
- MMAE 305 ---- ---- Dynamics ---- ---- 3
Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) ---- ---- (6)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section E ---- ---- 6
Humanities and Social Science Requirements ---- ---- (21)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, sections B and C ---- ---- 21
Total Credit Hours ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 131
1 All civil engineering students are required to register for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination during their senior year. The examination is offered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) throughout the year.
2 All technical electives must be CAE, ENVE, or EG courses at the 400-level or above. A maximum of one EG course can be used as a CAEE technical elective.
3 Students are encouraged to take ENVE 201 but other listed additional science electives are acceptable with advisor approval.
Career Opportunities
Our accredited civil engineering program will prepare you for such careers as:
- Civil engineer
- Project engineer
- Structure engineer
- Consulting engineer