Civil Engineering is distinguished as being one of the earliest engineering disciplines. Throughout the ages it has provided creative and feasible solutions to many of the basic human needs and problems, and it still continues to take pride in being a fundamental building block of civilization.
The mission of the Civil Engineering Program is to educate the students to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of science and engineering so that they can develop solutions to Civil Engineering problems and enhance their computing, communication, and research skills. It is aimed to especially emphasize teamwork, independent and innovative thinking and leadership qualities. In particular, the Civil Engineering Program aims to:
-Train the students to have theoretical background in basic sciences and engineering and to be equipped with necessary technical skills,
-Develop students' competency in reading, writing and oral communication,
-Provide practical experience which will enable students to utilize and enhance their engineering knowledge,
-Promote students' self-discipline and self-assurance and the ability to learn on their own,
-Encourage team work, collaboration and development of interpersonal skills,
-Motivate the students towards contributing to the progress of science and technology,
-Teach the importance of ethical behavior in social and professional life,
-Produce graduates for the engineering and the business communities who are observant, inquisitive and open to new technologies for developing better solutions,
-Produce graduates for the engineering and business communities with integrity, determination, judgment, motivation, ability and education to assume a leadership role to meet the demanding challenges of the society.
The first two years of the undergraduate program is dedicated to the study of basic sciences and mathematics which provide the student with engineering fundamentals. The study of mechanics, and materials which is basic to civil engineering begins in the second year. The third and fourth years involve the study and application of the principles of geotechnical engineering (behavior of soils, design of foundations), structural engineering (analysis and design of reinforced concrete and steel structures), hydraulics engineering (flow of water in pipes, open channels, water resources), environmental engineering (pollution of our environment, collection and disposal of wastes), and the general systems approach to engineering problems. The students are also exposed to an introduction to construction management and economics which are essential to every practicing engineer.
