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Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science

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» Program Overview

Lawrence Tech prepares you to enter the exciting profession of civil engineering like no other program in the state, with a top-notch education focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership – qualities that ensure your success in the field. As a civil engineer, you will lead the design, construction, and maintenance of the infrastructure our society depends on, including airports, bridges, buildings, highways, ports, and waterways – while using your professional judgement to build a more sustainable future.

While civil engineering has always been an important discipline, the demand for civil engineers is stronger than ever. A large part of the anticipated spike in job opportunities is likely the result of the poor condition of the country’s infrastructure.

To address this demand, the Civil Engineering program at Lawrence Tech offers a wide breadth of courses in the major civil engineering specialties, which can provide you with a diverse technical background – the kind employers value.

Why LTU?

  • LTU’s CE curriculum prepares you to fulfill the Civil Engineering Body of Knowledge 3, placing you on the fast-track for success in your career
  • You’ll get to know the owners and principals of engineering firms, construction companies, and public agencies through frequent interactions with the department’s Industry Advisory Board
  • Full-time faculty members are experienced in their respective civil engineering specialties: environmental, water, construction, structural, geotechnical, and transportation
  • You’ll explore the latest technologies in comprehensive, state-of-the-art labs, guided by professors with international industry expertise in all specialty areas

» Awards + Accreditation


The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Architectural Engineering Program Criteria.

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.