Undergraduate Program

Civil Engineering

Civil engineering is an extremely broad professional field. Areas of interest include such diverse subjects as the design of buildings, roads and bridges; theory of traffic flow, microbiology, earth physics; the stresses and strains induced in structures; the safety of transportation systems; the problems of air and water pollution; and the effects of earthquakes on structures. Civil engineering problems involve the physical, mathematical, life, earth, social and engineering sciences and may involve many other technical areas. However, civil engineering does have a unique and unified role. In particular, civil engineering is concerned with the engineering (planning, design, construction and operation) of systems of constructed facilities related to humankind’s basic needs and desires. Typical civil engineering facilities include transportation systems, water conservation and distribution systems, pollution control and waste disposal projects and various structural systems such as buildings, bridges and dams. These facilities are often large or extensive and must be engineered as operational systems involving the complex interaction of many components with each other as well as with the physical and societal environment. The scope, complexity and interdisciplinary nature of civil engineering continues to increase rapidly with technological innovations. The spiraling demands of population growth on the air-land-water environment pose numerous future challenges for the profession.

The department prepares students to meet these challenges through innovative application of science and engineering principles, creative research to discover new knowledge and imaginative design to satisfy society’s needs. The department’s required courses in construction, environmental, geotechnical, materials, structural, transportation and water resources engineering ensure breadth in the undergraduate program. Students seeking in-depth proficiency will usually pursue graduate studies in specific fields of civil engineering.

Construction Engineering and Management

Students who are interested in careers in the construction industry can follow one of the construction oriented programs. The program in construction engineering is a traditional engineering curriculum with courses pertaining to the technical aspects of construction and leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering. The program in construction management includes approximately equal emphasis in engineering science, business and management and construction operations and leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management.

Program Objectives

The following are the Educational Objectives of the Civil Engineering program:

Develop an understanding of engineering principles, based on analytical and problem-solving skills.
Prepare students for successful professional practice in engineering and construction.
Foster an appreciation for social issues and prepare students to be responsible citizens.
Build a foundation for lifelong learning, whether in graduate school or in practice.

Engineering Program Outcomes

The outcomes for Civil and Construction Engineering programs are that our students will demonstrate:

an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
an ability to design and construct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
an ability to communicate effectively
the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
a knowledge of contemporary issues
an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Curriculum in Civil Engineering

The Bachelor of Science Program in Civil Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Hours required for graduation: 130 Credits

First Year	First Semester	Credits
ENGL 101	Composition I: Exposition⁽¹⁾	3
MATH 162	Calculus I(1)	4
CHEM 121	General Chemistry (1)	3
CHEM 123L	General Chemistry Lab (1)	1
CE 160L	Civil Engineering Design (1)	3
	Core Humanities Elective	3
		17
	Second Semester
ENGL 102	Composition II: Analysis and Argument (1)	3
MATH 163	Calculus II	4
CHEM 122	General Chemistry (1)	3
CHEM 124	General Chemistry Lab (1)	1
CS 151L	Computer Programming Fundamentals for Non-Majors Lab	3
PHYC 160	General Physics (1)	3
		17
Second Year	First Semester
MATH 264	Calculus III	4
PHYC 161	General Physics	3
CE 202	Engineering Statics	3
CE 283	Transportation System Measure	3
	Core Fine Arts Elective (1)	3
		16
	Second Semester
MATH 316	Applied Ordinary Differential Equations	3
CE 352	Computer Applications in Civil Engineering	3
ME 306	Dynamics	3
ECON 105	Introductory Macroeconomics (1)	3
ENGL 219	Technical and Professional Writing (1)	3
		15
Third Year	First Semester
CE 302	Mechanics of Materials	3
CE 305	Infrastructure Materials Science	4
CE 331	Fluid Mechanics/Lab	4
CE 354	Probability and Statistics for Civil Engineers	3
CE 382	Transportation Engineering	3
		17
	Second Semester
CE 308	Structural Analysis	3
CE 310	Structural Design I	4
CE 335	Introduction to Water And Wastewater Treatment	3
CE 350	Engineering Economy	3
CE 360	Soil Mechanics/Lab	4
		17
Fourth Year (2)	First Semester
CE 442	Hydraulic Engineering and Hydrology	3
CE 372	Construction Contracting	3
	Technical Elective D (3)	3
	Engineering Science Elective ECE 203 or ME 301	3
	Core Humanities Elective (1)	3
		15
	Second Semester
CE 409	Engineering Ethics	1
CE 499L	Design of Civil Engineering Systems	3
	Technical Elective D (3)	3
	Technical Elective (4)	3
	Core Social/Behavioral Science Elective (1)	3
	Core Second Language Elective (1)	3
		16

Notes:

Specific Core Curriculum requirements.
Students must take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam prior to graduation.
Technical elective D: CE 411, 424, 436, 440, 462 and 482.
See advisor for a list of approved technical electives.

Curriculum in Construction Engineering

Construction Engineering is a four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering. Construction Engineering is a relatively new field, developed in response to the evolving needs of the construction industry. Large projects, both civil and industrial, have become so complex that the management of capital, materials and processes requires specialized engineering and management knowledge. This program builds on a strong foundation of traditional engineering science, analysis and design, augmented by courses in construction processes and management. It meets the needs of those students who are interested in heavy and industrial construction.

The Bachelor of Science Program in Construction Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Hours required for Graduation: 130 or 131

First Year	First Semester	Credits
ENGL 101	Composition I: Exposition (1)	3
MATH 162	Calculus I (1)	4
CHEM 121	General Chemistry (1)	3
CHEM 123L	General Chemistry Lab (1)	1
CE 160L	Civil Engineering Design (1)	3
	Core Humanities Elective	3
		17
	Second Semester
ENGL 102	Composition II: Analysis and Argument (1)	3
MATH 163	Calculus II	4
CS 151L	Computer Programming Fundamentals for Non-Majors Lab	3
PHYC 160	General Physics (1)	3
EPS 101	Introduction to Geology (1)	3
*-or-*
CHEM 122	General Chemistry (1)	3
CHEM 124L	General Chemistry Lab⁽¹⁾	1
		16/17
Second Year	First Semester
MATH 264	Calculus III	4
PHYC 161	General Physics	3
CE 202	Engineering Statics	3
ECON 105	Introductory Macroeconomics (1)	3
	Core Humanities Elective	3
		16
	Second Semester
MATH 316	Applied Ordinary Differential Equations	3
MGMT 202	Principles of Financial Accounting	3
ME 306	Dynamics	3
ENGL 219	Technical and Professional Writing (1)	3
	Core Fine Arts Elective	3
		15
Third Year	First Semester
CE 302	Mechanics of Materials	3
CE 305	Infrastructure Materials Science	4
CE 283	Transportation System Measurements	3
CE 350	Engineering Economy	3
CE 376	Cost Estimating	3
		16
	Second Semester
CE 308	Structural Analysis	3
CE 310	Structural Design I	4
CE 360L	Soil Mechanics/Lab	4
CE 370	Construction Methods and Equipment	3
CE 377	Construction Scheduling	3
		17
Fourth Year (2)	First Semester
CE 331L	Fluid Mechanics/Lab	4
CE 354	Probability and Statistics in CE	3
CE 455	Engineering Project Management	3
CE 477	Project Controls	3
CE 495	Construction Internship	1
	Core Second Language Elective	3
		17
	Second Semester
CE 409	Engineering Ethics	1
CE 473	Construction Law (1)	3
CE 475	Construction Safety (1)	3
CE 499L	Design of CE Systems	3
	Engineering Science elective: ECE 203 OR ME 301	3
	Core Social/Behavioral Science Elective (1)	3
		16

Notes:

Specific Core Curriculum requirements.
Students must take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam prior to graduation.

Construction Management Outcomes

Graduates of the department’s construction management program must appreciate the technical components and understand the managerial aspects of civil engineering construction projects.

We will educate students to apply methods to successfully and safely manage construction projects. Graduates will achieve competence in construction topics, including:
a. Reading and understanding construction documents,
b. Using construction documents to develop construction estimates and schedules,
c. Using schedules, estimates and construction documents to safely control projects.
Students will demonstrate an ability to lead through motivating others and applying appropriate technical skills to solve construction management problems. Graduates will:
a. Develop a breadth of technical skills to communicate across boundaries,
b. Learn to work effectively in teams,
c. Develop action plans to work within project constraints.
Students will develop skills in critical thinking and innovation recognizing the need for continuously learning new skills and competencies. Graduates will:
a. Utilize online and library resources,
b. Critically assess current technical documents,
c. Develop an ability to apply technology to solve construction problems.
Students will learn to employ effective communication skills to deal respectfully and ethically with others. Graduates will be:
a. Effective at oral communications,
b. Effective in written communications,
c. Effective at internet-based communications: online/electronic/email.

Minor Study Requirements

Students may earn a minor in construction management by completing the following courses with a grade of C- or better: CE 350 or MGMT 326, CE 372 and MGMT 300 or MGMT 362, plus three courses from CE 376, CE 377, CE 473, CE 474, CE 475, or CE 477.

Curriculum in Construction Management

Construction Management is a four-year program that combines basic physical science, management, business and field construction knowledge. The development of management and entrepreneurial instincts is a major objective of this program. A broad background in the theory and reality of construction practice is provided by construction courses, starting with drafting skills and contracting documents, followed by surveying, productivity measurement and improvement, construction equipment management, estimating and scheduling.

Graduates from this program will typically seek employment in areas of the construction industry requiring quantitative skills and entrepreneurship. They will work for general contractors, specialty contractors, design-build firms and owners of constructed facilities. This program attracts students who are primarily interested in building construction.

The Bachelor of Science Program in Construction Management is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. With the proper selection of management electives, students completing this program can earn a minor from the Anderson Schools of Management.

Hours required for graduation: 130

First Year	First Semester	Credits
ECON 106	Introductory Microeconomics	3
ENGL 101	Composition I: Exposition (1)	3
MATH 121	College Algebra (1)	3
EPS 101	How the Earth Works–An Introduction to Geology	3
CE 130	Construction Detailing (2)	3
		15
	Second Semester
CS 150L	Computing for Business Students	3
ENGL 102	Composition II: Analysis and Argument (1)	3
MATH 123	Trigonometry	3
CE 160L	Civil Engineering Design	3
CE 171	Construction Materials and Techniques (2)	3
	Core Humanities Elective (1)	3
		18
Second Year	First Semester
MATH 180	Elements of Calculus I	3
PHYC 151	General Physics (1)	3
CE 279	Mechanical Electrical Systems Construction	3
CHEM 121	General Chemistry	3
CHEM 123L	General Chemistry Lab	1
	Core Fine Arts Elective (1)	3
		16
	Second Semester
CE 283L	Transportation System Measurements	3
CE 371	Structures for Construction	3
CJ 130	Public Speaking	3
ENGL 219	Technical and Professional Writing (1)	3
MGMT 202	Principles of Financial Accounting	3
STAT 145	Introduction to Statistics	3
		18
Third Year	First Semester
CE 376	Cost Estimating	3
CE 305	Infrastructure Materials Science	4
CE 350	Engineering Economy	3
CE 478	Design of Temporary Support Structures	3
MGMT 303	Managerial Accounting	3
		16
	Second Semester
CE 370	Construction Methods and Equipment	3
CE 377	Construction Scheduling	3
	MGMT Elective (3)	3
	Core Humanities Elective (1)	3
	Core Second Language Elective (1)	3
		15
Fourth Year	First Semester
CE 455	Engineering Project Management	3
CE 473	Construction Law	3
CE 477	Project Controls	3
CE 495	Construction Internship	1
	MGMT Elective (3)	3
	Core Soc/Behav Sci Elective (1)	3
		16
	Second Semester
CE 409	Engineering Ethics	1
CE 474	Principles of Written Construction Documents	3
CE 475	Construction Safety	3
CE 497L	Design Construction Integration	3
	Construction Elective (3)	3
	MGMT Elective (3)	3
		16

Notes:

Core Curriculum electives from approved lists.
Course must be taken at Central New Mexico Community College.
See Department for approved Const and MGMT electives. Approval of advisor required.

Policies on Academic Progress

The following policies apply to all students who have been admitted to the civil engineering department:

Students must complete all mathematics, science and engineering courses required for the degree in civil and construction engineering and construction management with a grade of C- or better.
No student may enroll in a course in the civil engineering department without first earning a grade of C- or above in all prerequisites for the course.
Students must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours of work applicable to the degree after admission to the civil engineering department.

Students seeking exceptions to these policies are required to obtain written permission from the department chairperson.

Cooperative Education Program

The Department of Civil Engineering offers a cooperative education program that alternates classroom study with a planned program of related work experience. Additional information may be obtained from the University of New Mexico’s Career Services Office.

Departmental Honors

Eligible students in the Department of Civil Engineering are urged to enroll in the Honors Program. Civil Engineering students may graduate with General Honors (honors in general studies) or with Departmental Honors or with both. Information is available from college or University advisors and the University Honors Center.

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