34 courses with the subject CIVL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CIVL 201Introduction to Civil Engineering3
Basic components of buildings, and how they are constructed; Topics of soils, excavation, foundations and building loads and materials (steel and concrete); Building design and construction process; How to conduct surveys, read and create maps and drawings in plan and cross-sectional views to scale; Introduction to basic concepts of sustainability and energy efficient green building design; Basic elements of engineering economics. Three hours. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisite: MATH 185.
Principles of transportation and traffic engineering; an introduction to highway design including roadway alignment, stopping sight distance, and horizontal and vertical curves; traffic flow theory and quantification of highway level of service; an examination of multi-modal transportation systems in the context of social, economic, and political considerations; and practical issues regarding data collection, analysis, and evaluation. Fall. Three credits. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisite: MATH 185.
Analysis of determinate structures (beams, frames, and planar trusses): Loads and reactions, internal resisting forces (axial force, shear force, and bending moment), static equilibrium and superposition, free-body diagrams, shear force and bending moment diagrams, deflections. Three hours. Fall. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisite: ENGS 230, CIVL 201, PHYS 102.
CIVL 305Computer Solutions of Civil Engineering Problems3
Matrix algebra, eigenvalue problems, nonlinear equations, simultaneous linear algebraic equations, numerical integration, initial value and boundary value problems in ordinary differential equations. Three lectures. Fall. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: MATH 286, ENGS 230 with a grade of C or better.
Study of ferrous and nonferrous metals; physical properties in relation to the phase diagram. Consideration is given to plastics and other materials. The relationship of aggregates and other constituents of concrete and related conditions to the strength and related properties of concrete. Study of physical properties of wood. Study of asphalt properties and application to pavements. One-hour lecture and one two-hour laboratory. Corequisite or Prerequisite: ENGS 230.
Design of steel structures subjected to various loads, such as dead, live, snow, wind, and earthquake forces. Design of tension members, beams, columns, and connections according to the AISC Specifications. Design project. Use of AISC Steel Construction Manuals. Spring. Three lectures. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisite: CIVL 302.
Origins of soil and rock; physical properties of soils and phase relationships; geostatic stresses and effective stress principles; seepage and flownet; one-dimensional compression and consolidation; shear strength of cohesive and cohesionless soils. Three lectures. Spring. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: ENGS 230, CEEN 303. Corequisite: CIVL 311.
Soil description and classification systems; site characterization; index property tests for water content, particle-size distribution, and plasticity characteristics; engineering parameter tests for compaction characteristics, permeability, one-dimensional consolidation, and shear strength. One credit. Three-hour laboratory. Spring. Corequisite: CIVL 310.
Analysis of statically indeterminate structures considering loadings, support movements and thermal effects. Mathematical modeling, virtual work, flexibility method, stiffness method, slope deflection, and moment distribution. Analysis and modeling of structures using general purpose finite element, and structural computer programs. Three lectures. Spring. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: CIVL 302, CIVL 305.
Economical conditions and law requirements impact on Civil Engineering projects. Time value of money, equivalency, present worth, future worth, depreciation, economic comparisons; Law: contracts, torts and malpractice, patents and copyrights, business associations, commercial law, real estate law, environmental law. Three lectures.
The origin, nature, and distribution of materials that comprise the Earth; dynamic internal and surface natural processes, with particular attention to their effect on engineered construction. One or more field trips outside the regular class schedule. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior Status*.
This course provides the students and civil engineers with a working knowledge of rock mass and processes relevant to exploration, design, construction and performance of large civil and tunnel structures. The course will cover origin and types of rock, rock mass classifications, rock properties, civil engineering projects, fluid flow through jointed rock mass and slope stability.
General introduction to vibration and dynamics of structures. Analysis of multistory and complex frames, bridges and other structures due to wind and seismic loading. Influence lines for statically indeterminate structures. Cables and space frames. Analysis of structures using state-of-the-art structural computer programs. Two lectures, one two-period program session and two hours professional development outside the classroom. Fall. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: CIVL 309, CIVL 312.
Legislation and legal considerations. Evaluation of groundwater resources and associated geology and hydrology. Derivation of governing transport equations. Groundwater quality. Analysis of well problems. Systems approach to problems. Study of pollution problems and geothermal energy. Three lectures. Prerequisite: CEEN 303.
Design of reinforced concrete structures. Design of structural members, such as beams, columns, slabs and foundations. Ultimate strength and serviceability requirements, latest ACI Code. Theoretical, practical, and economic considerations. Design projects. Three credits. Two two-period lectures. Fall. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisite: CIVL 309, CIVL 312.
CIVL 410Introduction to Geotechnical Applications3
Application of geomechanics principles to analyzing and designing foundations and slopes. Topics covered in detail include: shallow and deep foundations; unsupported-slope stability; lateral earth pressure theory and its application to basement, rigid, and flexible retaining walls; overview of ground improvement methods and technologies; overviews of construction and constructability. Three credits. Two two-period lectures. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: CIVL 309, CIVL 310. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CIVL 409.
This course provides the students with a culminating design experience in which they will use the skills and knowledge gained throughout the curriculum to work as a team on a real design project. Three credits. Two two-period lectures and design; two hours professional development outside the classroom. Must earn no grade lower than a C. Prerequisites: CIVL 309, CIVL 406 CIVL 409. Corequisite: CIVL 410.
Design standards and geometrics of highways; traffic volume and flow related to geometrics; earthwork estimations and economic analysis of highway alternates; basic pavement and roadside drainage design; planning, locating, and designing a highway segment. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisite: CIVL 202 and Senior Status or Permission of Chair.
Looping pipe systems, three-reservoir problem; open channel flow, non-rectangular channels, critical flow at bridge piers and humps, backwater calculations, surface curves; unsteady flow, discharge under varying head, unsteady flow equation, water hammer, surge tanks; introduction to coastal hydraulics; hydrology, stream flow system analysis. Three lectures. Spring Prerequisite: CEEN 303, CEEN 307 with a minimum of C grade.
Introduction to principles of project management; procurement and project delivery methods, roles, responsibilities, and risks; phases of a project; overview of budget estimating, time value of money (engineering economics), planning and project scheduling; understanding the financial, management, safety, and sustainability aspects required for successful project completion. Senior Standing or Permission of Chair.
Individual student research or design projects, utilizing computer methods, experimentation and literature surveys. Proposal and report required. Under the sponsorship of a civil engineering faculty member; must be approved in writing by the Chairperson; for students of superior ability. Prerequisite: Senior Status*.
This course presents non-engineering skills needed to prepare students for professional careers in engineering. Through classroom lectures, workshops, collaborative projects and professional presentations from guest speakers, students will learn how the following are essential to an engineers full professional life: Public vs. Private Sector employment opportunities:Diversity;Ethics;Legal and Financial Matters; Public Involvement;Social Media; Client Relations; The Competitive Process; Program Management;Project Management;and Leadership.
This course is the capstone design course in transportation engineering. It is a project based course focusing on the design of roadways, highways and bridges according to the AASHTO, ITE Best Practices, and other state guidelines and codes. The students will work in groups and are responsible of submitting several written reports and participate in a technical oral presentation. In addition, the course will focus on Highway Funding; Travel Forecasting; Ethical Practice; Design Standards and Geometrics; Interchanges and Intersections; Parking; Traffic Control Devices; Highway Maintenance; Roadside Design; Earthwork; Traffic Flow and Capacity Analysis. Spring.
Individual student research or design projects, utilizing computer methods, experimentation and literature surveys. Proposal and report required. Under the sponsorship of a civil engineering faculty member; must be approved in writing by the Chairperson; for students of superior ability. Pre-requisite: CIVL 415, Senior Status.
Planning and design of highway bridge projects. Bridge Engineering will include analysis and design of both superstructure and substructure. Design will be based on LRFD and the specifics of bridge loading according to AASHTO specifications. Design project. One three-hour period. 3 credits. Pre-Reqs: CIVL309, 409, 410, 412 all with a grade of B or better.
Traffic Control design for roadways and intersections. The history, design, and implementation of traffic control devices including markings, signs, signals, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Layout of text and pictograms for signs. Timing of static and actuated traffic signals, sensor placement, and intersection geometry. ITS components including fiber and wireless communication, cameras and monitors, and operational protocols. Efficient and automated toll collection methods. Two lectures (One on campus, one remote). Prerequisite: CIVL 202. Corequisite: CIVL 412.
Airport design standards for airside operations based on aircraft characteristics. Topics include aircraft performance, airport layout, site location, wind analysis, runway geometric design, obstruction analysis, taxiway design, lighting/marking/signage, air traffic control and airfield pavement. Prerequisite: CIVL 202; Junior Standing.
Advanced pavement design methods including mechanistic, empirical and mechanistic-empirical methods; pavement distresses and distress survey methods; advanced destructive and non-destructive tests on asphalt mixtures to determine mechanistic properties and structural condition of pavement layers; pavement maintenance techniques and rehabilitation methods; Life-Cycle Cost Analysis for pavement structures.
In renovation, repair, retrofit, or adaptive reuse projects on existing structures, practicing engineers are faced with unique challenges that often require a combination of in-depth knowledge of material properties and durability, construction practice and detailing (including historic construction systems), and structural analysis and design. This course will offer a review of various aspects of structural repair and rehabilitation projects, while examining structures, components, and systems of various types and materials. The students will learn about challenges of investigation, typically the first step in any repair and rehabilitation project on existing structures. Use of visual, non-destructive, and destructive investigative methods will also be discussed. Then, focus will shift to a review of available information sources, known deterioration mechanisms, recognized repair techniques, as well as typical strengthening and alteration options as they apply to repair and rehabilitation projects involving various structure types (concrete, steel, wood, and masonry). Finally, the course will focus on a review of options for repair and retrofit of building lateral systems and facades. Cross-listed with CIVG 508.
Topics of current interest to senior civil engineering students. The scope and content of the course will be decided by the instructor. Permission of chair is required to take this course. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
Mechanical properties of wood; orthotropic nature of wood as a material, dimensional instability, susceptibility to biological deterioration, implications of duration and types of load. Design of solid, laminated and composite beams, columns, shear walls, diaphragms, roofs, and trusses. Behavior and design of mechanical connections. Introduction to light framed wood structures, arches, bridges, and other timber structures. Prerequisite: senior standing and permission of the Chair. Three credits Cross-listed with CIVG 505.
Introduction to the calculation of tsunami induced loads and structural design provisions required by the ASCE 7 Standard. Topics include; history of tsunami events, application of tsunami design zone maps, tsunami risk categories, tsunami flow characteristics, calculation of inundation depths and flow velocities based on runup, calculation of hydrostatic loads, hydrodynamic loads and debris impact loads on structural systems, structural performance evaluation of buildings. Pre-requisites: CEEN 303 and CIVL 406; can be taken with CIVL 406.
