Civil and Environmental Engineering Technology
Associate Degree Program
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering Technology offers a strong academic and technical foundation in the principles and practices of both civil and environmental engineering. The program covers a range of topics relevant to the design, construction, and management of infrastructure and environmental systems. Students can customize their educational path by selecting one of two concentrations Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
Throughout the program, students gain practical, hands-on experience and develop the technical skills required to support engineering projects in a variety of settings. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the engineering, construction, and environmental sectors, with career opportunities available in both public and private organizations. The program also offers opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications, helping students enhance their qualifications and readiness for the workforce.
Offered at the following location(s): Stanton
What You Can Do
In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:
- Civil Design Technician
- Surveyor
- Inspector
- Cost Estimator
- Project Manager
- Technical Sales Representative
- Material Testing Technician
- Civil CAD Designer
What You Will Learn
Program Graduate Competencies
The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.
- Apply technical knowledge, skills, and engineering principles in various civil and environmental engineering applications.
- Conduct field and laboratory testing using industry-standard procedures.
- Select and apply appropriate materials, technologies, and best practices for civil and environmental engineering projects.
- Utilize engineering software, visual communication tools, and technical documentation to support diverse civil and environmental engineering activities.
- Interpret and apply relevant industry regulations and standards to civil and environmental engineering applications.
- Pursue industry-recognized certifications related to civil and environmental engineering technology.
- Demonstrate professionalism and ethical responsibility while prioritizing safety, quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement in civil and environmental engineering practices.
Core Curriculum Competencies
The Core Curriculum Competencies listed below identify what you will be able to do as a graduate, regardless of your program of study. You will acquire these core competencies through general education courses and program-specific coursework. You will be expected to use relevant technology to achieve these outcomes:
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Pathway to Graduation
Semester 1
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year Seminar | 1 | |
| Composition I | 3 | |
| Reasoning with Functions I | 5 | |
| Introduction to Civil & Environmental Engineering | 3 | |
| Civil & Environmental Drafting & Design | 3 |
Semester 2
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Composition II | 3 | |
| Engineering Materials | 3 | |
| Surveying Principles | 4 | |
| General Physics I | 4 | |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
Semester 3
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulics and Hydrology | 4 | |
| Introduction to GIS | 3 | |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
| Elective | Social Science Elective | 3 |
Semester 4
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Soils | 3 | |
| Spatial Data Analysis/Modeling | 3 | |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
| Elective | Major Elective | 4/3 |
Approved Electives
Select six (6) elective courses to complete the Civil Engineering Technology concentration
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Civil CAD Applications I | 3 | |
| Route Surveying and Design | 3 | |
| Civil CAD Applications | 3 | |
| Principles of Site Development | 4 | |
| Statics | 3 | |
| Strength of Materials | 3 |
Select six (6) elective courses to complete the Environmental Engineering Technology concentration
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 4 | |
| Principles of Site Assessment | 3 | |
| Water/Wastewater Process Design | 3 | |
| Environmental Sustainability | 3 | |
| Environmental Field Sampling | 3 | |
| OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations | 2 |
Select one social science elective
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| United States History Post-Civil War | 3 | |
| General Psychology | 3 | |
| Sustainability and Society | 3 |
To complete program requirements, you must pass the above courses and earn at least 64 credits. The number of courses and credits required for graduation may be more depending on college readiness and the elective courses offered in your program major (if electives are a part of the program).
CETAASCET
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree?
This is a program that enables you to complete your associate degree and then transfer to a four-year degree program as a junior. See a program advisor for details!
This program is offered at the Stanton campus.
This program is offered at the Stanton campus.
Heidi Gurdo
Instructional Director, Instructor, and Program Advisor
hgurdo@dtcc.edu
(302) 453-3017
This program is offered at the Stanton campus.