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Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BS)

School of Science and Engineering
Atlantic International University

 
The Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BS) program objective is to provide professionals with the right tools so that they can prepare for a career in practice, research, or teaching either at organizational or academical level within the discipline of civil engineering. The Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BS) program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, AIU staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis. This flexibility to meet student needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs. Our online program does not require all students to take the same subjects/courses, use the same books, or learning materials. Instead, the online Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BS) curriculum is designed individually by the student and academic advisor. It specifically addresses strengths and weaknesses with respect to market opportunities in the student’s major and intended field of work. Understanding that industry and geographic factors should influence the content of the curriculum instead of a standardized one-fits-all design is the hallmark of AIU’s unique approach to adult education. This philosophy addresses the dynamic and constantly changing environment of working professionals by helping adult students in reaching their professional and personal goals within the scope of the degree program.

Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as AIU programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at AIU? (Course and Curriculum)

Core Courses and Topics in Civil Engineering:

Probability and Statistics for Engineers
Construction Methods and Management
Water Resources Engineering
Introduction to Civil Engineering
Critical Reading & Writing
Solid Mechanics
Technical Writing
Dynamics
Intro to Surveying and CAD
General Chemistry
General Physics
Calculus
Materials Science
Computer Science
Engineering Math
Structural Analysis
Structural Design
Soil Mechanics
Geotechnical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Fluid Mechanics
Transportation Engineering
Engineering Math

Orientation Courses:

• Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
• Organization Theory (Portfolio)
• Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
• Seminar Administrative Development (Book Summary)
• Seminar Cultural Development (Practical Experience)
• Seminar International Development (Publications)

Research Project in Civil Engineering:

Bachelor Thesis Project
MBM300 Thesis Proposal
MBM302 Bachelor Thesis (5,000 words)
Publication: Each Bachelor of Civil Engineering graduate is encouraged to publish their research papers either online in the public domain or through professional journals and periodicals worldwide.

Career Center: Civil Engineering Graduates

Job Description for Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Civil engineering is one of the broadest of the engineering disciplines, extending across many technical specialties. Civil engineers plan, design, and supervise the construction of facilities essential to modern life. These facilities vary widely in nature, size, and scope and include space satellites and launching facilities, offshore structures, bridges, buildings, tunnels, highways, transit systems, dams, airports, harbors, water supply and wastewater treatment plants. Civil engineers work in diversified areas such as structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources and environmental engineering, transportation engineering, ocean and coastal engineering, and construction engineering.

Skills for Success

• Able to identify, analyze and solve problems
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude for computing and design
• Practical and creative
• Able to work without supervision
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to accept responsibility
• Willing to contribute and adhere to the safety requirements of the operation

Employment Opportunities for Civil Engineering Majors

Resources for those with Bachelors in Civil Engineering field

• American Society of Civil Engineers
  
• Structural Engineers Association of Northern California

Contact us to get started

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