41 courses with the subject CET, 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.
CET 120Civil 2D Computer Aided Drafting ()2
This course introduces students to computer aided drafting, where methods are taught with a major emphasis on practical application using two- dimensional AutoCAD software in the computer lab. This includes the basic principles of civil engineering drawings to include but not limited to: dimensioning, spot elevations, contours, plan and profile view, section views, details, scaling, measurements. It will introduce students to site plan drawings, structural views, architectural views, as well as buried infrastructure plan and profiles. Finally, it will be the basis for preparation of a working set of plans, for use in all follow-on CET courses.
Basic plane surveying measurements and computations, survey control systems, elementary digital mapping and simple curves, and building construction survey and stakeout. Field exercises using standard surveying instrumentation, traverse and leveling techniques, topographic mapping and curve layout.
Introduction to various materials and methods available for design and construction of buildings. Covers application and combination of traditional materials and methods, and recent innovations in construction systems.
Standard Methods of inspecting and testing structural materials used in construction are demonstrated. Data is collected and interpreted according to industry standards with results reported. Pre- or corequisite: ENGT 220
A detailed study of the form and content of typical construction drawings and 3D building models used in the construction industry. Commercial 3D CAD software is used to assemble a set of structural construction drawings. Standard specification documents are introduced.
A detailed study into the development of civil site plans. Commercial software (AutoCAD Civil 3D) is introduced as a tool to assist in the design of civil sites and develop a set of civil site drawings.
Introduction to structural design of buildings and/or nonbuilding type structures using reinforced concrete, steel, and wood as materials. This course utilizes provisions of the American Concrete Institute ACI 318, American Institute of Steel construction AISC 360, and the National Design Specification NDS specifications. Forces, moments, and deflections in statically determinate beams, frames, and trusses due to various load cases and load combinations are determined. Old Dominion University Undergraduate Catalog 2025-2026 828
Applications of fundamental site engineering principles, land design principles and permitting issues. A brief historical review of exemplary subdivision, urban designs and their impact on current practice. Site surveying and engineering issues including hydrology, storm water management, site geometry, grading, design of roads, engineering design standards, and computer applications in site engineering are examined. The principles of siting and theories of design for aesthetic and efficient alignment of roads, layout of structures, and subdivision parcels are introduced.
Elementary mechanics of fluids. Fluid properties; hydrostatics; fluid kinematics; equations of motion; energy equation; momentum principles; flow of liquids and gasses in closed conduits; flow in open channels and/ or compressible flow. Laboratory will demonstrate principles from the lecture material. All experiment results will be submitted in a written report format, including presentation and interpretation of experimental data. Use of spreadsheets is required.
Hydrologic and Hydraulic principles are utilized in the planning, design, operation and construction of water management projects. The course addresses fundamental Hydrology - the occurrence and movement of surface water including weather and climate; precipitation; evaporation; transpiration; runoff; infiltration; stream flow; hydrograph analysis; erosion; and sedimentation. Additional topics covered will include water distribution, use of water, and sustainability of water as a natural resource.
A laboratory to demonstrate the verification of fluid equations and principles as well as the characteristics of fluid machinery. All experimental results will be submitted in a report format, including presentation and interpretation of experimental data. Use of spreadsheets is required. This is an online asynchronous class open only to transfer students with credit for the lecture portion of CET 330.
A study of the engineering properties of soil including stress, shear strength, and bearing capacity. Movement of water through soils, consolidation and settlement of structures and the design of shallow and deep foundations are also covered. Use of Excel spreadsheets is a requirement.
Course includes standard methods for inspecting, sampling, testing, and evaluating soils. Students use typical test equipment and perform tests on samples of local soils. Data is collected and results are interpreted and plotted.
The course will examine industry trends in sustainable building practices. It explores the green building strategies used in the design and construction of sustainable buildings. The role of site selection, water efficiency, energy, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality will be explored. 829 CET - Civil Engineering Technology
An introduction to the procedures and methods that are used by a contractor during the construction phase of a project. Special emphasis on planning, managing and documenting project activities. Topics include job site layout and control, subcontracting and purchasing and changes and claims/progress payments.
This course is an introduction to building information modeling (BIM) and its implementation in building design and construction. Topics include the fundamentals of information modeling; business benefits of BIM; impacts of BIM on design and construction processes; integrated design process and project delivery; popular software applications and basic modeling techniques; and popular areas and best practices of BIM implementation.
Available for pass/fail grading only. Student participation for credit based on the academic relevance of the work experience, criteria, and evaluative procedures as formally determined by the department prior to the semester in which the work experience is to take place (offered fall, spring, summer). the policy for granting credit for Cooperative Education programs; a student who needs to add additional credit to maintain full-time status should contact the program director
Approval by the CET program director in accordance with
CET 368Internship ()1-3
Available for pass/fail grading only. Academic requirements will be established by the department and will vary with the amount of credit desired. Allows students to gain short duration career-related experience.
Structural analysis and design of steel structures, including beams, girders, columns, composite sections, trusses, rigid frames and connections using the LRFD method. Analysis of statically-determinate cantilever (hungspan) systems also are covered.
Familiarize the student with the analysis of environmental design loads required for the design of building and non-building type structures in the United States. A thorough study of loading categories and load combinations for ASD and LRFD is also covered. Extensive use of the International Building Code (IBC) and the Minimum Design Loads for Building and Other Structures (ASCE 7) is expected.
Structural analysis and design of reinforced concrete members. Topics include flexural analysis and design of structures, including slabs, beams and columns using strength design procedures. Pre- or corequisite: CET 301
Analysis and design of wooden structural elements of buildings to satisfy design codes. Included are shearwall design and connections as well as beams, columns and other elements.
Familiarize the student with the analysis and design of simple and continuous span bridge structures utilizing the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) methodology. Determination of the most common design loads used in bridge design. Introduction to the AASHTO Specification for Structural Bridge Design used in United States.
Hydrologic and hydraulic principles are utilized in the planning, design, operation and construction of water management projects. Topics include elements of stormwater drainage pertaining to hydrology, hydraulics of open channel and pipe flow, stormwater management, and issues pertinent to state stormwater regulations and the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act.
This is a capstone design course in the field of water resources. It incorporates pressurized pipe flow, gravity flow, and hydrology into the design of municipal infrastructure for water, sewer and stormwater projects. Topics will also cover rehabilitation and replacement of aging infrastructure in urban and neighborhood settings. Use of spreadsheets is required.
Analysis of hydraulics problems associated with the design of civil engineering structures. Uniform, steady flow in open channels; hydraulic models; design problems for dams; spillways and hydraulic structures; hydraulic machinery and other related topics will be discussed. Use of spreadsheets is required.
An investigation of emerging construction industry trends in resilience and sustainability. Evaluation of applications for vulnerable, small-scale and rural projects. Quantify increases in project value by incorporating life cycle analysis, planning for continuity of function, and deliberate risk management.
Evaluation and analysis of the basic elements of estimating construction costs for buildings. Elements of take off and pricing for Division 1 through Division 6 are covered. Use of computers and estimating software are emphasized.
(Const. Planning and Scheduling (replaces old CET 445)) Total Credit Hours 12 The courses are offered both on campus and through ODUGlobal. For completion of a minor, a student must have a minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 2.00 in all courses specified as a requirement for the minor exclusive of lower-level courses and prerequisite courses and complete at least six hours in upper-level courses in the minor requirement through courses offered by Old Dominion University. Bachelor of Science in Engineering
The basic concepts of contracts and the standard contract documents used in construction. Also included is a study of the dispute resolution process in arbitration.
