Civil Engineering Technology (CIVL) 

CIVL 120 Basic Construction Materials (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
A study of the properties, construction applications, standards, specifications and elementary material testing methods of soils, aggregates, asphalts, portland cement concrete, masonry, metals and woods. Laboratory exercises include basic common construction industry materials testing procedures and comparison of results to industry standards and specifications.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 102 or placement into a higher level mathematics course
Lab fee: $20.00

CIVL 121 Heavy Construction Materials (W)

3 credits
A comprehensive study and application of the material testing methods of soils, aggregates, asphalt, and portland cement concrete required in the heavy construction industry. The laboratory exercises provide fundamental hands-on experience in preparation for the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Grade 1 Concrete Field Technician exam. Preparation in the ACI Grade 1 Contract Field Technician test is a course requirement.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: CIVL 120
Lab fee: $55.00

CIVL 123 Heavy Construction Drawings (A, W, SP)

3 credits
Reading and interpretation of construction drawings as related to highway and public works construction projects. Interpretation of the relationships of plans, elevations, sections and details, and the coordination with published specifications. A basic method of material quantity take-off will be explained.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Lab fee: $15.00

CIVL 125 Heavy Construction Methods (W, SP)

3 credits
A study of methods used to build horizontal projects, such as highways, dams, airports, bridges and utility lines. The various pieces of equipment and materials used in these type projects will be explained as well as the processes used.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Lab fee: $5.00

CIVL 221 Elementary Hydraulics (A, W)

3 credits
Course is a study of liquids at rest and in motion in enclosed conduits and open channels. The effects of static heat, velocity, pressure and friction in enclosed piping systems are analyzed. Principles of pump systems, pump station design and detailing are emphasized. Fundamentals of open channel flow, quantification of rainfall runoff and culvert design are introduced.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 104 or 112
Lab fee: $12.00

CIVL 223 Public Utility Systems (W)

3 credits
CIVL 223 is a study of the principles of public utility theory, planning, design and detailing. Emphasis is placed on applying current design standards and local and state regulations to the planning, design and plan preparation for sanitary collection systems, storm water management systems and water distribution systems. Detail plan preparation using CAD systems is also emphasized.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: CIVL 221 and 123
Lab fee: $12.00

CIVL 243 Heavy Construction Estimating (A, SU)

3 credits
Course is a comprehensive study of the topics associated with, and unique to, heavy/highway construction estimating. The major focus of the course will involve determining the cost factors of the equipment-intensive operations associated with heavy/highway construction. The secondary focus will be relating the equipment selection and cost factors to the labor requirements, materials’ price extensions, and time requirements as utilized in the model crew method of estimating.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: CIVL 123, CMGT 125 and CMGT 131
Lab fee: $9.00

CIVL 291 Field Experience (SU)

3 credits
Field Experience offers real-world, off-campus job/work experience in civil engineering, consulting engineering, or the surveying industry that augments formal education received in the technology. “N” credit will not be allowed for this course.
Lecture: 0 hours – Lab: 36 hours
Lab fee: $5.00

CIVL 299 Special Topics in Civil Engineering Technology (On Demand)

1-5 credits
The study of special topics in civil engineering technology industry designed to meet specific needs.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 1-15 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Lab fee: $10.00