Civil Engineering Technology - AAS (5309)
Division: Mathematics, Engineering Technologies and Computer Science (METCS) Division
This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements (22 Credits) | ||
| Written & Oral Communication (6) | ||
| ENG 101 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | College Composition II | 3 |
| or ENG 105 | Technical Writing | |
| Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (10) | ||
| MTH 114 | Unified Calculus I | 3 |
| MTH 213 | Unified Calculus II | 3 |
| PHY 101 | College Physics I | 4 |
| Society & Human Behavior (3) | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| ANT 101, ANT 105, ECO 101, ECO 102, POL 104, PSY 101, PSY 102, PSY 219, SOC 101, SOC 108, SOC 219 | ||
| Humanistic Perspective (3) | ||
| Select any English Literature Course | 3 | |
or Select one of the following courses: | ||
or Select any History (HST) Course | ||
| Major Requirements (33 Credits) | ||
| CET 111 | Construction Methd & Materials | 3 |
| CET 211 | Surveying | 4 |
| CET 221 | Hydraulics and Drainage | 3 |
| CET 225 | Soil Mechanics | 3 |
| CET 231 | Structures | 3 |
| ELC 115 | Electric Circuits I | 3 |
| ENR 100 | Fund. of Engineering Design | 2 |
| ENR 103 | Engr. Graphics & Intro. to CAD | 2 |
| ENR 105 | Applied Computer Aided Design | 2 |
| ENR 110 | Statics for Technology | 3 |
| ENR 220 | Mechanics of Materials | 3 |
| CET 251 | CET Seminar | 2 |
| Additional Course Requirements (7 Credits) | ||
| CSC 106 | Roadmap to Computing Engineers | 3 |
| PHY 102 | College Physics II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 62 | |
- If you do not place into MTH 114 Unified Calculus I the prerequisites are MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics and MTH 113 College Algebra with Trig. Math Placement is determined by the Mathematics Department. These courses should be taken in high school or the summer before your first semester at ECC.
Notes:
- For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements.
- This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ENG 101 College Composition I, HST 101 World Civilization I, MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics). Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.
Civil Engineering Technology
Curriculum Code: 5309
Will Earn Upon Completion: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
Why major in Civil Engineering Technology?
Program prepares for entry-level positions in construction and civil engineering fields, including opportunities with engineering firms, building contractors, utility and materials testing companies, or engineering departments of governmental agencies.
If I major in Civil Engineering Technology can I transfer to an upper-division college or university?
Program is career oriented, not specifically designed for baccalaureate transfer. However, some credits earned may transfer to four-year institutions, particularly at NJIT.
Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?
Based on placement, you may be required to take developmental courses in English and/or Mathematics before taking courses in your major.
How long will it take me to complete this degree?
If you do not need developmental courses and you register for an average of 15 credits each semester, degree can be completed in two years, which may be shortened by taking summer courses.
Where should I direct specific questions?
Contact the Division (973) 877-3302.
Graduates of this program will demonstrate:
- Employment in the field of civil engineering or related field; and
- Engagement in continuing education, including advanced degrees.
Upon completion of this program, graduates will 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 to analyze and interpret the results;
- Function effectively as a member of a technical team;
- Utilize principles, hardware, and software that are appropriate to produce drawings, reports, quantity estimates, and other documents related to civil engineering;
- Perform standardized field and laboratory tests related to civil engineering;
- Utilize surveying methods appropriate for land measurement and/or construction layout; and
- Apply fundamental computational methods and elementary analytical techniques in sub-disciplines related to civil engineering.