Description

The Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering at Stony Brook University provides students with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and sciences. The program equips students with comprehensive technical knowledge, preparing them to enter various professional fields.

Students will complete courses in chemistry, physics, and mathematics, alongside a core set of engineering courses common to most engineering disciplines. The program also introduces students to essential computer software that streamlines the design process and teaches them to balance engineering designs with economic considerations.

The Civil Engineering Undergraduate Program at Stony Brook University is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (http://www.abet.org).

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Educational Objectives

The educational objectives of the Civil Engineering program are to prepare our graduates to:

1. Build a successful career in Civil Engineering or a related field and pursue professional licensure.
2. Engage in advanced studies if desired.
3. Take on leadership roles within their communities and professions.

Student Outcomes

Students will demonstrate the following abilities:

1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. Apply engineering design to create solutions that meet specified needs, with consideration for public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
3. Communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences.
4. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, considering the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
5. Function effectively on a team, providing leadership, creating a collaborative and inclusive environment, establishing goals, planning tasks, and meeting objectives.
6. Develop and conduct appropriate experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.