The modern civil engineer uses traditional design and analysis methods as well as advanced experimental and computational techniques. At UAH, students are exposed to all of these areas of civil engineering and introduced to techniques that will make them competent practicing professional engineers. The civil engineering curriculum consists of general engineering classes (required of all engineering students), the civil engineering core classes, and the civil engineering concentration selected. The concentration requirements may be met by completing either a broad civil engineering curriculum or by specializing in structural, transportation, or environmental engineering.

The department of Civil Engineering offers the following degree programs:

• Civil and Environmental Engineering, BSCE
• Civil and Environmental Engineering, BSCE - Environmental Track
• Civil and Environmental Engineering, BSCE - Structural Track
• Civil and Environmental Engineering, BSCE - Transportation Track

The structural engineering concentration provides students with a strong background in many aspects of structural analysis, foundations, reinforced concrete, steel design, bridge design, and advanced structural design. Students may take additional courses in such areas as advanced concrete design, design of wood structures, wind and seismic loads, advanced cementitious and composite materials, experimental mechanics, and finite element methods.

The environmental engineering concentration provides students with a strong foundation in environmental management and remediation. Within the framework of the program, students are introduced to environmental engineering aspects such as water quality, atmospheric pollution, hydrology, environmental systems, and environmental sampling.

The transportation engineering concentration provides students with the skills necessary to tackle tomorrow's data management and transportation issues. Students are introduced to various topics, including transportation modeling and simulation, application of GIS to transportation issues, use of traffic crash data, and urban transportation planning.

The mission of the Civil Engineering Program is to educate students with the fundamental knowledge and analytical skills necessary for successful careers in civil and environmental engineering. Through rigorous scholarship, innovative instruction and service, we advance knowledge to improve our global community.

The Civil Engineering Program has been designed to provide our students with a high quality engineering education. Within three to five years of graduation, CE alumni will be:

• Situated in successful professional careers requiring a strong understanding in the traditional knowledge and skills of the engineering profession
• Advancing in their professional or academic standing, creating new knowledge and/or exercising leadership in their field
• Making a positive impact on global community and contributing to the needs of society through professional practice, research, and/or service.