Effective Fall 2023
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Civil Engineering Technology
This curriculum is designed to equip graduates to face the challenge of modern engineering practice. The major emphasizes applications-based engineering studies involving the analysis of civil engineering and surveying projects. Modern approaches to the analysis of highways, structures, hydraulic systems, and site development are emphasized. The major provides an overview of the engineering field. The degree covers subject material that may be part of certification tests administered by organizations such as the Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECPT) and the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET). Students may also choose to continue into a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. This technical instruction with modern instrumentation, hardware, and software is reinforced with foundation courses emphasizing written and oral communication and physical sciences. All of the instruction is presented with problem solving in mind and with a strong emphasis on applications and critical thinking.
Educational objectives, student outcomes, and enrollment/graduation data for this major.
Career Opportunities
Engineering technician, construction inspector, materials technician, surveying technician, draftsperson, and quality control technician.
Recommended High School Subjects
Strong preparation in mathematics, such as trigonometry and algebra; sciences, such as chemistry and physics; and communication skills is recommended. Coursework in computer usage, drafting, CAD, and surveying at the high school level is helpful.
Special Equipment Needs
The College provides computer lab facilities in the instructional buildings used by the program. There are also computer labs in the campus library. A student may choose to purchase a laptop type device for their convenience. However, it is not required to be successful in program. If purchased, a device should be capable of running Microsoft Office applications, have Wi-Fi connectivity, a minimum of 8GB of RAM, a CPU such as the Intel CORE i5 or greater. A touchscreen with pen support is recommended. However, a Wacom type tablet is an alternative to a touchscreen. In general, a mid-level device should suffice for the applications used in the program. For more in-depth information see Civil Engineering and Surveying Technology Computer Hardware Guidelines.
Remediation Strategies
All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Math Remediation: Civil Engineering coursework (CET) requires that students begin the first semester with MTH 008 or higher. Students who begin their first semester below MTH 008 may not begin taking CET coursework, with the exception of CET101. Related coursework (courses other than CET) may be completed. Students placing below MTH 008 will need additional semesters to complete the degree.
Transfer Procedures
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Program Goals
A graduate of this major should be able to:- apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
- design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline.
- apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret the results.
- function effectively as a member of a technical team.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1.0 | .50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| CET101 | Introduction to Surveying & Civil Engineering Technologies | .5 | .25 | .75 | M | REQ | |
| CET115 | Surveying I | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CET150 | Computer Applications for Civil Engineering & Surveying | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTH181 | College Algebra & Trigonometry I | 3.0 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| CSC124 | Information, Technology & Society | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16.5 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CET124 | Surveying II | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CET263 | Geographic Information Systems & Photogrammetry | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTH183 | College Algebra & Trigonometry II | 3.0 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| ECO111 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15.0 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CET230 | Statics | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CET234 | Highway Engineering | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CET238 | Origin, Distribution & Behavior of Soils | 3.0 | Writing Enriched Requirement | 2 | 3 | M | REQ |
| PHS115 | College Physics I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| MTH161 | Statistics for STEM Fields with Computer Applications | 3.5 | 3 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
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| MTH240 | Calculus I | 4.0 | 4 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16.5 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CET243 | Strength of Materials | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CET246 | Materials of Construction | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CET320 | Land Development for Civil Engineers | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CET312 | Hydraulics & Hydrology | 3.0 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| PHS125 | College Physics II | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16.0 | ||||||
Eligible students may substitute MTH 240/242 for MTH 181/183. Students taking the MTH 240/242 option may substitute PHS 201/202 for PHS 115/125. MTH 240/242 is recommended for students desiring to transfer to the BCT major after completing the A.A.S. requirements.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org ), under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.