NEW/CHANGE PROGRAM REQUEST UUPC Approval _________________

UFS Approval ___________________

Undergraduate Programs Banner __________________________
FLORIDA Department Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering Catalog __________________________
ATLANTIC
UNIVERSITY College
Engineering and Computer Science

Program Name New Program* Effective Date

(TERM & YEAR)
Civil Engineering
✔ Change Program* summer 2025

Please explain the requested change(s) and offer rationale below or on an attachment.
This program changes to serve our students and bring us into compliance with the BOG.

1. Revises IFP language to the new general education language

2. Deletes the requirement for AA Transfers and student with over 60 Cr to take fundamentals of Engineering
class (freshman class EGN 1002)
3. Creates a Construction engineering track
4. Adds Python option for classes
5. Deletes EGN 1111 Solidworks as a permissible graphic elective. This software provides no benefit to Civil
engineering students.
6. Adds RI designation to SUR 4463
7. Made minor clarifications

*All new programs and changes to existing programs must be accompanied by a catalog entry showing the new or proposed changes.
Faculty Contact/Email/Phone Consult and list departments that may be affected by the
change(s) and attach documentation
Frederick Bloetscher, Ph.D., P.E., Professor, Assoc Dean
for UG studies fbloetsc@[Link] 239-250-2423 n/a

Approved by Date
Department Chair
College Curriculum Chair
College Dean
UUPC Chair
Undergraduate Studies Dean
UFS President
Provost

Email this form and attachments to mjenning@[Link] seven business days before the UUPC meeting.

FAUprogramchangeUG, revised Fall 2019

Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering

Faculty:
Kaisar, E., Chair; Nagarajan, S., Associate Chair; Abdellatef, M.; Arockiasamy, M.;
Bloetscher, F.; Jahandar Lakshaki, M.; Jang, J.; Kan, D.; Liu, Y.; Meeroff, D. E.; Rosson, B.;
Sarhang Zadeh, O.; Sobhan K.; Su, H.; Teegavarapu, R; Yong, Y.

Affiliated Faculty:
Gammack-Clark, J.; Roberts, C.; Xie, Z.

Adjunct Faculty:
Goly, A.; Lowiec, M.; Mitrovic, N.; Muniz, A.; Munuswamy, S.; Ortega, J.; Soltani Sobh, A.;
Zheng, X.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering offers the following
programs of study:

Link to Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.V.)

Link to Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.S.E.V.)

Link to Bachelor of Science in Geomatics Engineering (B.S.G.E.)

Link to Combined B.A. or B.S. in Biological and Physical Sciences and Second B.S. to M.S.
with Major in Civil Engineering

Link to Combined B.S.C.V. to M.S. degree program

Link to Combined B.S.E.V. to M.S. degree program

Link to Combined B.S.G.E. to M.S. degree program

Link to Master of Science (M.S.) with major in Civil Engineering

Link to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Transportation and Environmental Engineering

Link to Transportation Engineering Certificate

Link to Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate

Civil Engineering
Bachelor's Program

Civil engineers design the constructed environment that supports our society. From
highways and buildings to bridges and water systems, the profession of civil engineering is
responsible for much of the world in which
we live.

The program of study leading to the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.V.)
reflects the breadth of the profession. Students complete coursework in basic science and
mathematics, engineering sciences, civil engineering systems and materials, and the
major disciplines in civil engineering. Because of the tremendous impact civil engineers
have on society, the curriculum also requires students to pursue studies in the social
sciences and the humanities.

The B.S.C.V. program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of

ABET, [Link]

Civil Engineering Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

The Civil Engineering program strongly supports the educational objectives and learning
outcomes of the College of Engineering and Computer Science (see the Educational
Objectives and Expected Student Learning Outcomes subsections previously listed in this
section).

Program Educational Objectives are broad statements that describe the expected
accomplishments and professional status of Civil Engineering graduates a few years
beyond the baccalaureate degree.

The Civil Engineering program at Florida Atlantic University is dedicated to graduating civil
engineers who, within a few years after graduation will:

A. Practice civil engineering within the general areas of structural engineering,

transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering and water
resources/environmental engineering in the organizations that employ them;
 B. Advance their knowledge of civil engineering, both formally and informally, by
engaging in lifelong learning experiences including attainment of professional
licensure and/or graduate studies;

C. Serve as effective professionals based on strong interpersonal and teamwork

skills, an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility and a willingness
to take the initiative and seek progressive responsibilities;

D. Participate as leaders in activities that support service to, and/or economic

development of, the community, the region, the state and the nation.

The educational objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program are
achieved by ensuring that graduates have the following characteristics or student
outcomes:

1. An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying

principles of engineering, science and mathematics;

2. 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;

3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;

4. 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;

5. 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;

6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and

interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions;

7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate

learning strategies.
Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.V.)

(Minimum of 128 credits required)

Admission Requirements
All students must meet the minimum admission requirements of the University. Please
refer to the Admissions section of this catalog.

All students must meet the preprofessional requirements listed above to be accepted in
the Civil Engineering program.

Prerequisite Coursework for Transfer Students

Students transferring to Florida Atlantic University must complete both lower-division
requirements (including the requirements of the General Education Program) and
requirements for the college and major. Lower-division requirements may be completed
through the A.A. degree from any Florida public college, university or community college or
through equivalent coursework at another regionally accredited institution. Before
transferring and to ensure timely progress toward the baccalaureate degree, students must
also complete the prerequisite courses for their major as outlined in the Transition
Guides and below.

All courses not approved by the Florida Statewide Course Numbering System that will be
used to satisfy requirements will be evaluated individually on the basis of content and will
require a catalog course description and a copy of the syllabus for assessment.

Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree will be awarded to students who:

1. Meet all general degree requirements of the University;

2. Complete the curriculum for the B.S. in Civil Engineering degree (see below);

3. Take the Fundamentals of Engineering examination (the first of two exams

necessary for professional licensure; contact the department for details).

Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree requires 128 credits. For credit toward
the degree, a grade of "C" or better must be received in each course listed. In addition, all
prerequisites for each mathematics, science or engineering course must be completed
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College Writing 1 (1), (2) ENC 1101 3

College Writing 2 (1), (2) ENC 1102 3

Society and 6
Human Behavior Courses (1), (3)

Global 6
Citizenship Courses (1), (3)

Humanities Courses (1), (3) 6

Foundations of Math and Quantitative Reasoning

Calculus with Analytic Geometry 1 (1), (4) MAC 2311 4

Calculus with Analytic Geometry 2 (1), (4) MAC 2312 4

Foundations of Science and the Natural World

General Chemistry 1 (1) CHM 2045 3 and

General Chemistry Lab 1 (1) CHM 2045L 1

General Physics for Engineers 1 (1), (9) PHY 2048 3 and

General Physics 1 Lab PHY 2048L 1

Total 40

Basic Mathematics and Sciences

Engineering Mathematics 1 MAP 3305 3 or

Differential Equations 1 MAP 2302 3

Statistics Restricted Elective 3

Physical and Natural Science Restricted Elective 1 4

Physical and Natural Science Restricted Elective 2 4

Total 14

Statistics Restricted Elective: Probability and Statistics for Engineers (STA 4032),
Stochastic Models for Computer Science (STA 4821), Probability and Statistics 1 (STA 4442)
or equivalent.

Physical and Natural Science Restricted Elective 1: includes but is not limited to Physical
Geology/Evolution of the Earth with Lab (GLY 2010C), Biological Science with Lab, Earth
Science, or equivalent.

Physical and Natural Science Restricted Elective 2: includes but is not limited to Physics
for Engineers 2 (PHY 2044) with lab (PHY 2049L), General Chemistry 2 (CHM 2046) with lab
(CHM 2046L), or other physical or natural science course approved by the department.

Engineering Fundamentals

Engineering Graphics Elective

Computer-Aided Design CGN 2327 3 or

Engineering Graphics EGN 1111C 3

Fundamentals of Engineering (8) EGN 1002 3

Computer Programming Elective

Programming 1 COP 2220 3 or

Computer Applications in Engineering 1 EGN 2213 3 or

Introduction to Programming in Python COP 3035C 3 or

C for Engineers EEL 2161 3

Statics EGN 3311 3

Dynamics EGN 3321 3

Strength of Materials EGN 3331 3

Geomatics SUR 3103 2

Geomatics Lab SUR 3103L 1

Total 18 or 21

Civil Engineering Technical Core

Soil Mechanics (5) CEG 3011C 3

Analysis of Structures (5) CES 3102C 3

Civil Engineering Materials (5) CGN 3501C 3

Applied Hydraulics (5) CWR 3201C 3

Environmental Science and Engineering (5) ENV 3001C 3

Introduction to Transportation TTE 3004C 3

Engineering (5)

RI: Construction Project Management (5) CCE 4031 3

Total 2118

Civil Engineering Design Core. Students must take four courses, one course in each of the four
core areas to meet ABET criteria (6)

Geotechnical Engineering Design Core (select one)

Foundation Engineering CEG 4012 3 or

Ground Improvement Design CEG 4122 3 or

Pavement Design CEG 4126 3

Structural Engineering Design Core (select one)

Reinforced Concrete Design CES 4702 3 or

Structural Steel Design CES 4605 3 or

Masonry Design CES 4830 3

Transportation Engineering Design Core (select one)

Transportation Planning and Logistics (5) TT TTE4005C 3 or

Transportation Operations and Logistics TTE 4105 3 or

Management

Highway Engineering TTE 4810 3

Water Resources Engineering Design Core (select one)

Hydrologic Engineering CWR 4202 3 or

Stormwater Modeling and Management CWR 4307 3

Construction Project management Design Core (select one)

Construction Management Assessment CCE 4033 or CCE6xxx 3 or

Sustainable Construction Materials and Methods CES4830 or CES6xxx 3 or

Engineering and Construction Surveying SUR 3205 and SUR3205L 3 or

Infrastructure Management CGN 4612 or CGN 6616 3

Additional Engineering Design Core

RI: Water and Wastewater Treatment ENV 4514 3 or

Systems

Water and Wastewater Treatment ENV 5510 3

RI: Construction Project Management (5) CCE 4031 3

RI: Subdivision Design (5) SUR 4463 32

Total 65

Capstone Design Core

RI: Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering Design 1 (2), (5) CGN 4803C 3
RI: Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering Design 2 (2), (5) CGN 4804C 3

Total 6

Technical Electives (Select up to 12 credits from the list above)

Engineering Professional Internship EGN 3941 or 0-4

Professional Internship (up to 3 cr) IDS 3949 or 0-4

Directed Independent Research in Engineering and Computer EGN 4911 or 0-3

Science (7)

Directed Independent Research in Engineering and Computer EGN 4915 1-3

Science

Total 9 0-12

Notes:

1. Contributes to University Core Curriculum requirements.

2. Contributes to Writing Across Curriculum (Gordon Rule) writing requirement.

3. General Education Program courses, totaling 6 credits, must be selected to satisfy

Writing Across Curriculum (Gordon Rule) writing requirements.

4. Contributes to Gordon Rule mathematics requirement.

5. Includes a 1-credit laboratory .

6. All design professional core courses contain a communications component (writing

or speaking)

7. Grading: S/U.

8. For those students entering with a B.S. degree or over 60 Cr. who have not taken
EGN 1002, they may substitute an upper level technical elective to meet this
requirement.

Sample Four-Year Program of Study

For the sample four-year program of study for the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering,
refer to the Curriculum Sheets and Flight Plans by major.
Minors and Certificate Programs Appropriate for Civil Engineering
Civil engineering is a uniquely wide-ranging profession. Various departments offer minors
and certificate programs that augment a student's civil engineering education. The faculty
encourages students to pursue a minor or certificate, such as:

Surveying and Mapping certificate program, highly recommended (Department of Civil,

Environmental and Geomatics Engineering)

Geographic Information Systems certificate program, highly recommended

(Department of Geosciences)

Obtaining a minor or certificate will require the completion of credits beyond the 128
required for the B.S. in Civil Engineering. Contact the department offering the minor or
certificate for more details.

Internships
Civil Engineering students are strongly encouraged to gain practical experience through
participation in internship opportunities. However, internships may only substitute for one
technical elective with prior approval from the department chair and only if taken for a
grade (IDS 3949, Professional Internship or EGN 3941, Engineering Professional Internship).
For more information, contact the FAU Career Center at 561-297-3533 or visit its website.