Civil Engineering Technology
Winter 2010 Program Outline
Start: Fall
Degrees and Certificates
Program Website:
www.scc.spokane.edu/?archengcet
Additional Costs
| Books | $1100 |
| Supplies and Equipment | $300 |
| * Estimate for six quarters. |
Program Description
The Civil Engineering Technology program is designed to provide a comprehensive, well balanced study in applied and related science concerning the engineering and construction industry. This course prepares students in the basic fundamentals of construction techniques, materials testing, surveying, estimating and quantity take-off, plan reading, drafting (manual and computer aided), office and business procedures, planning of construction work, and computer-aided design.
Program Goals
- Assist engineers or contractors by performing entry-level tasks in the field of civil engineering technology.
- Prepare plans and specifications for construction of buildings, bridges, highways, etc.
- Work as a surveying technician on land and highway surveys including operating surveying instruments, note taking and drafting.
- Compile material lists and cost estimates, and do scheduling for construction projects.
- Inspect projects under construction for compliance with plans and specifications.
- Perform tests on construction materials such as aggregates, concrete, soil, asphalt, etc.
- Sell building materials, construction equipment and engineering services.
- Have knowledge and abilities involving computer programming and operation of computer-aided drafting and design systems.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can be employed by both public and private organizations including city, county, and state governments, private consultants and construction companies.
POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: civil engineering technician, surveying technician, construction inspector, materials tester, construction technician, transportation technician, quality control technician, drafter, engineering technician, computer-aided design and drafting