Civil Engineering Technology (CETC)

CETC1111. Fundamentals of Hydrology. (4 Credits)

Understand the fundamental principles and practices of hydrology and hydraulics in stormwater design.

CETC1112. Fundamentals of Soil Mechanics. (3 Credits)

This course will include topics to predict and classify soil behavior. Topics to include soil origin and nature; soil density, gradation, and compaction; soil water content and reaction to frost; stress distribution in soil, soil shear strength, and pile bearing strength. Lab instruction is based on ASTM and AASHTO specification as they are used to classify and predict soil behavior.

CETC1113. Engineering Economics. (2 Credits)

Applications of the mathematics of finance used in engineering decision making by utilizing criteria employed in selecting the best alternative; making short-term and long-term decisions; determining which engineering projects should have a higher priority; comparing different ways to finance purchases and project; quantitatively assessing the costs of completing capital projects.

CETC1114. Int. Computer Aided Design. (4 Credits)

Computer aided design with COGO overlay programs.

CETC1115. Adv. Computer Aided Design. (4 Credits)

Using Computer Aided Design with COGO overlay programs.

CETC1116. Surveying II. (4 Credits)

Continues developing surveying concepts and skills with emphasis on advanced surveying technology and techniques. Topics include: area calculation, boundary surveys, EDM equipment utilization, differential leveling, Photogrammetry, and topographical planning.

CETC1117. Fundamentals of Road Design. (3 Credits)

The course will provide an introduction to the planning, design, construction methods, and characteristics of highways and city streets including layout, traffic requirements, safety and control, drainage, sub-grade structure, base courses, and surface pavements. Topics include: geometric design, traffic volume, channelization, and hydrology.

CETC1118. Construction Materials. (3 Credits)

Introduction of lab practices in measuring the properties of construction materials including: soil, concrete, steel, asphalt, wood. Tests will be based on ASTM standards.

CETC1119. Survey. Global Pos. Systems. (3 Credits)

Provides an introduction to the theories, principles and practice of Global Positioning Systems as used surveying.

CETC1120. Evid. & Proced. Boundary Loc.. (4 Credits)

This course will describe boundary and topographical surveys of public lands.

CETC1121. Hydraulics & Fluid Mechanics. (3 Credits)

Understand the fundamental principles and practices of hydraulics and fluid mechanics in water and wastewater systems.