Santa Clara University

Program

The Civil Engineering Department offers a well-balanced undergraduate program. As one of the leading undergraduate programs in Northern California, the depart­ment strives to develop graduates who are capable of solving complex problems with fixed and oftentimes limited resources. The application of state-of-the-art skills, a sound understanding of engineering principles, the ability to communicate and artic­ulate ideas, and preparation for lifelong learning are some of the key areas of focus in the civil engineering curriculum. At the completion of the undergraduate program, graduates are well equipped to enter the practice or pursue advanced studies in any of the civil engineering disciplines. The Civil Engineering Department prides itself on providing students with the necessary guidance to develop their full potential within the context of their own personal experiences and the expectations of the profession. Through closely maintained relationships and a general open-door policy, in addition to scheduled office hours and mandatory advising, students have an opportunity to seek advice and discuss any issue with the faculty.

As graduates of the civil engineering program, junior engineers get involved in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the infrastructure that is critical to daily life, including buildings, transportation systems, airports, irrigation systems, and water supplies.

Students entering during or after Fall 2005 must fulfill the following requirements for a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering:

Humanities and Social Sciences        

University Core requirements  

CENG 192B   

Mathematics and Science

MATH 11, 12, 13, 21, 22 (or AMTH 106), AMTH 108 

CHEM 11 

PHYS 31, 32, 32L, 33, 33L 

CENG 20 

Engineering

ENGR 1 

CENG 15 

ELEN 50 

MECH 10, 121, 122 

CENG 10, 41, 42, 43, 115, 121, 125, 128, 132, 134, 135, 140, 141, 143, 145, 192A, 192C, 193, 194

Three technical electives with at least one from each of the two categories below:

 Design-focused electives: CENG 119, 133, 136, 137, 138, 144, 146, 147, 150

Analysis-focused electives: CENG 118, 123, 139, 148, 149, 151, 160, 162, 163

The electives should be selected in consultation with an academic advisor.

Free Electives

Total = (194 units)(min)