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CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

CIV 171 (3 CR.)

SURVEYING I

Prerequisite: MTH 115 - Technical Math. Introduces surveying equipment, procedures and computations including adjustment of instruments, distance measurement, levELIng, angle measurement, traversing, traverse adjustments, area computations, and introduction to topography. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

CIV 172 (3 CR.)

SURVEYING II

Prerequisite is CIV 171. Introduces surveys for transportation systems including the preparation and analysis of topographic maps, horizontal and vertical curves, earthwork, and other topics related to transportation construction. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

CIV 210 (5 CR.)

STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

Prerequisite is EGR 130 or equivalent. Introduces the application of the principles of mechanics and strength of materials to the analysis and design of civil engineering structures, specifically in the areas of building and highway construction. Lecture 5 hours per week.

CIV 225 (2 CR.)

SOIL MECHANICS

Focuses on soil in its relationship to engineering construction. Includes soil composition and structure, weight-volume relationships, sampling procedures, classification systems, water in soil, stresses, strains, bearing capacity, settlement and expansion, compaction, stabilization, and introduction to foundations and retaining walls. Lecture 2 hours per week.

CIV 226 (1 CR.)

SOIL MECHANICS LABORATORY

Introduces practical soil sampling; classification of unified, ASTM and ASSHTO specifications; laboratory testing of soils to predict engineering performance. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

CIV 228 (2 CR.)

CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

Introduces properties of Portland cement concrete, methods of mix design and adjustment, transportation, placement, and curing in accordance with ACI and PCA recommended procedures. Lecture 2 hours per week.

CIV 229 (1 CR.)

CONCRETE LABORATORY

Focuses on mixing, curing, testing, and quality control of concrete. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

 

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