Undergraduate Catalog
2012-2013
C E-CIVIL ENGINEERING
- C E 109. Computer Drafting Fundamentals - 3 cr. (2+2P)
- Same as DRFT 109, E T 109, SUR 109.
- C E 141. Mathematics and Hydraulic Engineering - 3 cr.
- A combination of physical, mathematical, and computer simulation models will be developed to explore topics in hydraulic engineering that are central to environmental engineering applications. Same as Math 151. Prerequisite: MATH 121G or consent of instructor.
- C E 151. Introduction to Civil Engineering - 3 cr.
- Problem solving and use of computer software for civil and geological engineering applications. Corequisite(s): MATH 191.
- C E 160. Geology for Engineers - 4 cr. (3+3P)
- Basic concepts of geology, earth materials, and earth processes as they relate to engineering practice.
- C E 198. Special Topics - 1-3 cr.
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: consent of department head.
- C E 231. Introduction to Fluid Mechanics - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Introduction to basic fluid mechanics. Prerequisite: MATH 191G. Restricted to majors.
- C E 233. Mechanics-Statics - 3 cr.
- Engineering mechanics using vector methods. Prerequisites: MATH 192G and cumulative GPA of 2.0. Corequisite: PHYS 215G.
- C E 256. Environmental Engineering and Science - 3 cr.
- Principles in environmental engineering and science: physical chemical systems and biological processes as applied to pollution control. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 111 and MATH 191G. Crosslisted with: E S 256
- C E 256 L. Environmental Science Laboratory - 1 cr. (1P)
- Laboratory experiments associated with the material presented in C E 256. Corequisite: C E 256. Same as E S 256L.
- C E 298. Special Topics - 1-3 cr.
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: consent of department head.
- C E 301. Mechanics of Materials - 3 cr.
- Stress, strain, and elasticity of materials. Prerequisite: C E 233.
- C E 311. Civil Engineering Materials - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Introduction to the structure, physical properties, testing and mechanical behavior of civil engineering materials and components made from these materials. Prerequisite: C E 301.
- C E 315. Determinate Structural Analysis - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Classical analysis of determinate structures; introduction to modern methods of structural analysis using computer programs. Prerequisite(s): C E 301.
- C E 330. Environmental Management Seminar I - 1 cr.
- Survey of practical and new developments in environmental management field, hazardous and radioactive, waste management, and related health issues, provided through a series of guest lectures and reports of ongoing research. Restricted to: Main campus only. Crosslisted with: CH E 330, E E 330, E S 330, E T 330, I E 330, M E 330 and WERC 330
- C E 331. Hydraulic Engineering - 3 cr.
- Fundamentals and theory of compressible and incompressible flow of fluids in open and closed conduits. Prerequisite: C E 231. Restricted to majors.
- C E 355V. Technology and the Global Environment - 3 cr.
- A scientific basis for understanding changes in the global environment that result through the complex interactions of natural phenomena and the impacts of the activities of man. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, and the general education requirements for math and natural sciences.
- C E 356. Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering - 3 cr.
- Introduction to water treatment and water pollution and the analysis and design of selected treatment processes. Prerequisite(s): C E 256.
- C E 357. Soil Mechanics - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Engineering properties of soils, consolidation settlement, compaction, water flow through soils, geostatic stresses, soil shear strength, lateral earth pressure, and soil laboratory testing. Prerequisite(s): C E 160 or GEOL 111, and C E 301.
- C E 365. Intermediate Structural Analysis - 3 cr.
- Classical analysis of indeterminate structure; introduction to matrix method of structural analysis. Prerequisite: C E 301 and C E 315. Corequisite: MATH 392.
- C E 382. Hydraulic Systems Design - 3 cr.
- Engineering design of hydraulic systems, including pipe networks, open channels, regulating structures, and pumping systems. Prerequisite: C E 331.
- C E 398. Special Topics - 1-3 cr.
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: consent of department head.
- C E 430. Environmental Management Seminar II - 1 cr.
- Survey of practical and new developments in environmental management field, hazardous and radioactive, waste management, and related health issues, provided through a series of guest lectures and reports of ongoing research. Restricted to: Main campus only. Crosslisted with: CH E 430, E E 430, E S 430, E T 430, I E 430, M E 430 and WERC 430
- C E 444. Elements of Steel Design - 3 cr.
- Analysis and design of tension members, beams, columns, and bolted and welded connections. Prerequisites: C E 301 and C E 315. Corequisites: C E 311 and C E 365.
- C E 445. Reinforced Concrete Design - 3 cr.
- Design and mechanics of structural reinforced concrete members. Prerequisite: C E 365. Corequisite: C E 311.
- C E 450. Engineering Economy and Law - 3 cr.
- Discounted cash flows, economics of engineering projects, contracts and specifications. Prerequisite: senior standing.
- C E 450 H. Engineering Economics Honors - 3 cr.
- Discounted cash flows, economics of engineering projects, contracts, and specifications. Prerequisite: senior standing and the University Honors Program.
- C E 452. Geohydrology - 3 cr.
- Origin, occurrence, and movement of fluids in porous media and assessment of aquifer characteristics. Development and conservation of ground water resources, design of well fields. Prerequisite(s): C E 160 or GEOL 111G, and C E 231. Crosslisted with: E S 452 and GEOL 452.
- C E 454. Wood Design - 3 cr.
- Theory and design of wood structural members and systems subjected to gravity and lateral loads. Taught every other year, alternates with CE 455, Masonry Design. Prerequisites: C E 301 and C E 315. Corequisites: C E 311 and C E 365.
- C E 455. Masonry Design - 3 cr.
- Theory and design of masonry structural members and systems subjected to gravity and lateral loads. Taught every other year, alternates with C E 454, Wood Design. Prerequisites: C E 301 and C E 315. Corequisites: C E 311 and C E 365.
- C E 457. Foundation Design - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Application of principles of classical soil mechanics to the design and analysis of shallow and deep foundations and retaining structures. Prerequisite(s): C E 357.
- C E 459. Geomechanics and Rock Engineering - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Application of rock mechanics principles to the design and construction of structures in and on rock, including design of rock support systems, rock slopes and blasting/excavation techniques. Prerequisite(s): C E 357. Pre/Corequisite(s): C E 457.
- C E 460. Site Investigation - 3 cr. (2+2P)
- Investigation and characterization of surficial and subsurface geologic materials and ground water for civil engineering projects. Includes exploration program, drilling and sampling, rock and soil classification and logging, groundwater monitoring, profiles, and preparation of geotechnical reports. Prerequisite(s): C E 357. Pre/Corequisite(s): C E 457.
- C E 469. Structural Systems - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Design of structural systems for building and bridges. Prerequisite: C E 444. Corequisite: C E 445.
- C E 470. Design of Municipal and Hazardous Waste Landfills - 3 cr.
- Solid waste and application of geotechnical engineering principles and methods to the site selection and design of municipal and hazardous waste landfills. Prerequisite(s): C E 357 and C E 452, or consent of instructor.
- C E 471. Highway Engineering - 3 cr. (2+3P)
- Highway systems design and management. Prerequisite: C E 357, STAT 371, or consent of instructor.
- C E 477. Construction Engineering - 3 cr.
- Construction planning, equipment, and methods. Prerequisites: C E 357 and C E 450.
- C E 479. Pavement Analysis and Design - 3 cr.
- Covers stresses and deflections in pavement layers, material characterization, flexible and rigid pavement design by AASHTO, mechanistic design, rehabilitation concepts. Taught with C E 577. Extra work required for graduate credit. Prerequisite(s): C E 357.
- C E 482. Hydraulic Structures - 3 cr.
- Engineering design of water-regulating structures. Prerequisites: C E 301 and C E 382.
- C E 483. Surface Water Hydrology - 3 cr.
- Hydrologic cycle and relationships between rainfall and surface water runoff. Prerequisite: C E 331 or consent of instructor.
- C E 485. Design of Earth Dams - 3 cr.
- Engineering design applied to site selection, foundation inspection and treatment, hydrology and hydraulics, stability, and seepage analysis. Economic and environmental factors. Prerequisite(s): C E 357.
- C E 497. Senior Seminar - 2 cr.
- Selected topics on the civil engineering profession and orientation for professional practice. Preparation for the FE exam. Corequisite: application for degree.
- C E 498. Special Topics - 1-3 cr.
- Prerequisite: consent of department head. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.