Civil Engineering Technology

THE CIVIL ENGINEERING PROGRAM WILL HELP STUDENTS GAIN THE PRACTICAL SKILLS AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE IN CIVIL SYSTEMS TO DESIGN,
ANALYZE, IMPLEMENT, AND MAINTAIN MODERN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS. 

Civil Engineering Technology (CET) is a 4-year and ABET-accredited program requiring 120 credit
hours, with students completing 15 credit hours per semester 

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Program Type
Major, Minor
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  • Overview
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  • Future Careers
Civil Engineering Technology

abet logoThe Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.Electrical Engineering Technologist

The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Technology prepares students for careers
such as:

  •  Highway Engineers
  •  Surveyors
  • Geotechnical Engineers
  • Environmental Engineers Water Treatment Plant Engineers Construction Materials Testing
  •  Construction Managers & Estimators
  • Field Service and Applications Engineer

PROGRAM EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

Within 2-5 years of graduation CET Engineering Technology graduates will be able to:

Objective 1
Demonstrate competency in identifying and analyzing technical problems, problem solving, design of systems and application of modern tools.
Objective 2
Advance through their professional career by demonstrating their ability to function in multidisciplinary teams and participate in ongoing professional development.
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Express themselves effectively in both oral and written communication, understand social responsibilities, appreciate diversity, commit to continuous improvement and maintain professional competency through life-long learning.

STUDENT OUTCOMES

The CET  program must demonstrate that the graduates have:

  1. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  2. An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  3. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  4. An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
  5. An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

 

A Legacy of Innovation

Sanchez Edwards, a proud Class of 2012 Civil Engineering Technology graduate of Savannah State University, is building more than bridges—he’s building a legacy. From his early days in Savannah to leading complex railroad infrastructure projects across the country, his journey reflects dedication, resilience, and a commitment to excellence.

While managing demanding projects and long hours in the field, Sanchez stayed the course—earning his PMP certification and, most recently, passing the Professional Engineer (PE) exam. A milestone that speaks volumes: not just about skill, but about perseverance.

Today, he stands at the intersection of experience, leadership, and innovation—helping shape the future of safe, reliable transportation nationwide!sanchez

STUDENT SUPPORT ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

  • Scholarship Program
  •  Research Opportunities with Stipend Support
    from Funding Agencies (NSF, MSIPP)Student Work Study Opportunities
  • Travel Opportunities to National Conferences
  • Student Organizations (ASCE)
  • FE/PE Preparation Support
  • Advanced Training (AI, ML, Lab equipment)

CET Graduates work at Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and various construction,
geotechnical, and civil engineering companies locally and nationallycivil with student

Civil Engineering Technology (CET) is a 4-year and ABET-accredited program

Course Overview

The curriculum in Civil Engineering Technology is designed to provide ample instruction in those areas of knowledge required for successful performance in the following capacities as well as in other construction-related positions.

Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org

Civil Engineering Technology, BS

Civil Engineering Technology Minor

Future Career Paths

The curriculum in civil engineering technology (CET) is designed to provide ample instruction in the areas of knowledge required for successful performance in the following capacities as well as in other construction related positions:

Architectural and Structural Draftsman and Designer
plans, designs and supervises construction of frame, steel and concrete structures; makes architectural inspections and appraisals for architects and builders.

Highway Engineering Technologist
collects and tests soil samples, concrete and other materials to ascertain physical characteristics for use in highway construction; establishes the location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas and contours of land needed for highway construction and prepares hard copy, draft or computer generated drawings of same.

Estimator
determines quantities and costs of materials and labor required to erect structures.

Materials Tester
determines mechanical properties of materials used in the erection of structures and highways.

Surveyor
supervises, directs and is responsible for the accuracy of the work of an engineering survey party engaged in determining the location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas and contours on the Earth’s surface for purposes of securing data for building and highway construction, map-making, land-valuation, mining or other purposes.

Environmental Technologist
Plans, designs and monitors water, wastewater and other environmental pollution control systems.

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