Civil Engineering
The UTRGV Civil Engineering website is located at http://www.utrgv.edu/cive/
Civil engineering is providing the conveniences required for modern civilization. Civil engineers conceive, design and oversee the construction of public work and facilities that promote and sustain the development of society and civilization. They are the masterminds behind systems for water, structures, transportation and electricity. The Panama Canal, Hoover Dam, Sears Tower and Golden Gate Bridge are a few examples of landmark civil engineering projects that provide transportation, flood control, water and electric power to society. You don’t have to travel the world to see a civil engineering feat; their work is evident in every aspect of modern life.
Clean water is available to drink at the turn of a tap and electricity to power lights and computers at the flick of a switch. The facilities to treat millions of gallons a day of drinking water and waste water, to control storm water drainage, the roads that allow you to comfortably travel from home to work or school, the airports that make it possible for you to be virtually anywhere in the world tomorrow are in every village, town and city.
Civil engineering is the foundation for CIVILization! Civil engineers conceive, design and oversee the construction of public works, infrastructure and facilities projects that promote and sustain the development of society and civilization. They are the masterminds behind systems for water, structures, transportation, electrical power and data infrastructure. The Panama Canal, Hoover Dam, Freedom Tower and Golden Gate Bridge are a few examples of landmark civil engineering projects that provide transportation, flood control, living spaces, water and electric power to society. You don’t have to travel the world to see a civil engineering feat; our work is evident in every aspect of modern life.
Every minute of your life is made better by a civil engineer: Clean water is available to drink at the turn of a tap and electricity to power lights and computers at the flick of a switch. The buildings where you live, learn and socialize, the facilities to treat millions of gallons a day of drinking water and waste water, to control storm water drainage, the roads that allow you to comfortably travel from home to work or school, the airports, rail and waterways that make it possible for you to be virtually anywhere in the world tomorrow. Dream BIG, become a Civil Engineer!
Learn more about what civil engineers from three young “Civils” in this video: What do Civil Engineers do?
Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering Degree Plan
Program Educational Objectives
Program Education Objectives are statements that describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first three to five years following graduation from the Civil Engineering program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Civil Engineering’s undergraduate program offers a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering, and our faculty is committed to teaching, inspiring, and mentoring students who will meet the following objectives:
- to meet or exceed the expectations of employers of civil engineers;
- to practice with professionalism and commit to ethical responsibilities and consider safety and socioeconomic issues in developing engineering solutions to technical problems;
- to pursue advanced study, if that is consistent with their career plans; and
- to engage in lifelong learning to maintain professional competency.
Educational Student Outcomes
At the time of graduation, students will attain:
- an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering;
- an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
- an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability;
- an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams;
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
- an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
- an ability to communicate effectively;
- the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context;
- a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
- a knowledge of contemporary issues;
- an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
Andrew Ernest, Department Chair
EACSB 1.202
Office: 956-665-3038
Fax: 956-665-3527
andrew.ernest@utrgv.edu
Deanna Gomez, Administrative Assistant II
EACSB 1.202
Office: 956-665-3038
deanna.gomez@utrgv.edu