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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

» Flowcharts

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Flowchart 2025-26
Policies for Taking Graduate Level Classes as BSCE Students
Capstone Prerequisites

» Flowcharts

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Flowchart 2025-26
Policies for Taking Graduate Level Classes as BSCE Students
Capstone Prerequisites

» Curriculum

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

College Composition
College Composition develops students’ acquisition of the fundamental principles of academic writing. This course focuses on the development of writing thesis statements and main arguments, topic sentences, transitional words and phrases, supporting paragraphs, use of evidence, essay organization, and research skills. Extensive writing and research practice is required.

COM1103

3

Geology
Prerequisite: None. Minerals; igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rock formations and processes. Glaciation, ground water, water resources, mass wasting and volcanology. Case studies of practical geology problems. Lect. 3 hrs. 3 hours credit

GLG1103

3

CE Perspectives
This course introduces students to the civil engineering profession through guest lectures and in class activities. Students will experience the engineering design and problem-solving process through engaging team based projects and individual assignments. Professional skills/attributes such as oral and written communication, innovation, tolerance for uncertainty/ambiguity, risk management, social awareness, and professional ethics will be investigated and practiced.

ECE1011

1

Calculus 1
Topics include, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions, mean value theorem, applications of differentiation, anti-derivatives, indefinite integrals, inverse trigonometric functions, substitutions, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of integration. Applications will be emphasized. In addition to regular class meetings, all students are required to participate in calculus lab sessions. The schedule, frequency, and modality of these labs may vary by section. Refer to the class schedule and course syllabus for details.

 MCS1414

4

Fund. Of Eng. Design Projects
Course description not found.

EGE1001

1

CE Computer Graphics Lab
Introduction to AutoCAD for civil engineering applications. Basic construction techniques, editing, geometric constructions, template drawings, layers, dimensioning, and plotting on plotters. Skills in modifying and plotting of digital data download from electronic survey total station database.

 ECE1101

1

Surveying and Land Measurement
Introduction to the theory and practice of land surveying and measurements; leveling, traversing, profiles, contours, drafting, data collection and computation; earthwork; description, care and use of instruments; and the layout of buildings, utilities, and routes.

ECE1013

3

Total Credits:

16

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Engaging Ancient Texts
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to critically engage texts of the ancient global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.

HUM1213

3

University Chemistry 1
May need 1 year high school chemistry and chemistry placement or math placement. Laws and concepts of chemistry and their application to chemical systems. The liquid and solid states, phase changes and phase diagrams, topics in the chemistry of materials, oxidation-reduction chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical thermodynamics and gas-phase equilibrium. Lect. 3 hrs., Workshop 1 hr., 3 hours credit. The following courses can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS 1074, MCS 1414, MCS 1424.

CHM1213

3

University Chemistry 1 Lab

University Chem 1 Lab – Laboratory experiments supporting topics covered in CHM1213. Lab 3 hrs. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: CHM 1213.

CHM1221

1

CE Computer Applications Lab
Introduction to the use of computers as a tool for solving engineering problems. Use of EXCEL spreadsheet and mathematical analysis program such as MathCAD for numerical analysis, mathematical manipulation of experimental data and graphical presentation of results. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS 1414.

ECE1102

2

Calculus 2
Hyperbolic functions, L’Hospital’s rule, techniques of integration, application to arc length and surface area, polar coordinates, infinite series, Taylor Series. In addition to regular class meetings, all students are required to participate in calculus lab sessions. The schedule, frequency, and modality of these labs may vary by section. Refer to the class schedule and course syllabus for details.

MCS1424

4

CE Materials
Introduction to analysis and use of civil engineering materials including concrete, asphalt, timber, composites, and metal structural materials. Laboratories include student designed experiments.

ECE1413

3

Total Credits:

16

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Engaging Modern Texts

A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to engage texts of the modern global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, photography, film, digital media, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.

HUM1223

3

LLT Elective
Course description not found.

LLT2XX3

3

University Physics 1
Calculus based kinematics and dynamics of particles, conservation of energy, momentum, rotational dynamics and statics, fluids, temperature and heat, and laws of thermodynamics. 3 Credit hours. Lecture 3 hrs., Studio 1 hr. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS1424.

PHY2413

3

University Physics 1 Lab
Introductory laboratory experiments to complement University Physics 1. 1 Credit Hours. Lab 2 hrs.

PHY2421

1

Calculus 3
Three-dimensional analytic geometry. Vectors, vector-valued functions, motions in space, functions of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, integration of vector fields, Green’s Theorem and Divergence Theorem.

MCS2414

4

Entrpnrl. Engr. Design Studio
Course description not found.

EGE2123

3

Total Credits:

17

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Technical and Professional Communication
Training in a systematic method for producing effective technical communication, written reports, letters, and memos as well as oral presentations. Lecture 3 hours. 3 hours credit

COM2103

3

SSC Elective
Course description not found.

SSC2XX3

3

Engineering Cost Analysis
Basic development of the cost consequences of engineering decision-making. Interest calculations, cash flow equivalences, annual cash flows, rates of return, incremental analysis and other analytical approaches. Depreciation, income taxes and replacement analysis. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS 1414.

 EGE3012

2

Statics
A first course in engineering mechanics which covers the following topics: Vector Algebra, resultant of force systems; equilibrium of particles, rigid bodies using free-body diagrams; friction; centroids; moments of inertia.

 EGE2013

3

University Physics 2
Calculus based simple harmonic motion, waves and sound, geometric optics, interference and diffraction, electric charge and interaction, electric current, DC Circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, and RC circuits. 3 Credit Hours. Lecture 3 hrs., Studio 1 hr. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS 2414.

PHY2423

3

University Physics 2 Lab
Introductory laboratory experiments complementing University Physics 2. 1 Credit Hours. Lab 2 hrs.

PHY2431

1

Differential Equations
Topics include, but are not limited to, solving first and second-order differential equations and first-order linear systems of differential equations by various techniques such as separation of variables, integrating factors, substitution methods, variation of parameters, and Laplace Transforms. Emphasis will be placed on applications of differential equations arising from engineering applications and the natural sciences.

MCS2423

3

Total Credits:

18

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Leadership & Prof Dev for Eng

Students will study and apply leadership, ethics, teamwork, and professional development relevant to engineering. The course will introduce frameworks for various leadership concepts and ethical approaches in personal, professional, and organizational settings. Students will develop personal leadership and ethical philosophy through self-reflection and self- and peer assessment of teamwork and problem-solving.

 EGE3022

2

Soil Mechanics
Soil origin and formation; engineering properties and classification of soils; weight volume relationships; soil compaction; hydraulic conductivity and seepage; effective stresses; one-dimensional theory of consolidation; shear strength; and slope stability.

ECE3424

4

Mech of Mat’ls for CE
Course description not found.

ECE3013

3

Mech. of Mats. for CE Lab
Content focuses on laboratory applications for mechanics of materials. Topics in line with course topics for ECE3013 and includes axial, torsional, and flexural stresses and strains, stress/strain transformations, column buckling, stress concentrations, indeterminate structures and other applicable subject manner.

ECE3011

1

Construction Engineering
The course covers construction quantity takeoff and estimating through determining construction quantities, estimating labor and equipment productivities, obtaining material costs, and developing comprehensive estimates for a construction project. The comprehensive estimate covers overhead costs such as insurance, warranties, and bonding.

ECE3213

3

Construction Engineering Lab

Course focuses on construction engineering software applications for quantity take off analysis, and planning for construction projects such as residential buildings, commercial buildings and infrastructure facilities. Course will introduce 2D, 3D and 4D software programs for construction projects that allows for planning and visualization of construction planning experience.

ECE 3211

1

Trans. Engr. Lab
The course focuses on laboratory and field applications of transportation engineering. Topics include traffic data collection with different technologies, Intelligent Transportation System applications with a driver simulator, transportation engineering software applications and a field visit to Southeast Michigan Traffic Operations Center.

ECE3821

1

Transportation Engineering
A systems approach to transportation for decision-making by the engineer. The five major modes of transportation are introduced to achieve modal balance for person and product transport. Evaluation of public transit for intra-urban travel. Elements for system design are identified, operational analysis and the coordinate use of modes emphasized.

ECE3823

3

Total Credits:

18

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Dynamics
Kinematics and kinetics of particles, rigid bodies, and systems of particles and rigid bodies will be analyzed by the classical methods; vibrations of single degree of freedom systems. Lecture 3 hrs.

EME3043

3

Environmental Engineering
Environmental quality objectives, standards and regulations, basic concepts of water purification; drinking water quality standards and the design of unit operations and processes in water treatment. Water plant waste management. Water quality management in rivers and lakes.

ECE3324

4

Hydromechanics
Hydrostatics; application of principles of conservation of mass, energy and momentum; dimensional analysis and modeling; pipe flow; surface and form drag.

ECE3523

3

Theory of Structures
Calculations of reactions, and shear and bending moment in beams and frames; analysis of trusses by methods of sections and joints; deflection calculations; influence lines and moving loads for beams and trusses; introduction to statically indeterminate structures; computer applications.

 ECE3723

3

Probability & Statistics

Representation of data, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, sampling theory, central limit theorem, confidence intervals, tests of statistical hypotheses, regression analysis. Lecture 3 hrs.

MCS3403

3

Total Credits:

16

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

ECE Tech Elective (For Civil Engineering Students)

Students in this program take four Technical Electives (TE). TE courses must have a Total Design Credit equal to or exceeding 7. Please contact the program director for more information.

ECE Technical Electives:

ECE 4253 Construction Safety Mgt
ECE 4563 Hydrology

ECE 4363 Environmental Design
ECE 4343 Environmental Engr 2
ECE 4443 Foundation Design
ECE 4763 Steel Design
ECE 4843 Highway Engineering
ECE 5xx3 – See Advisor for the approved list.

5/4XX3

3

ECE Tech Elective (For Civil Engineering Students)

Students in this program take four Technical Electives (TE). TE courses must have a Total Design Credit equal to or exceeding 7. Please contact the program director for more information.

ECE Technical Electives:

ECE 4253 Construction Safety Mgt
ECE 4563 Hydrology

ECE 4363 Environmental Design
ECE 4343 Environmental Engr 2
ECE 4443 Foundation Design
ECE 4763 Steel Design
ECE 4843 Highway Engineering
ECE 5xx3 – See Advisor for the approved list.

5/4XX3

3

Hydraulic Engineering
Analysis and design of pipeline and open-channel systems, river engineering and sediment transport; computer modeling; hydraulic machinery.

ECE4544

4

Construction Project Manage.
Review of project management concepts and practices from the perspective of various stakeholders, such as design and consulting firms, constructors, private owners and governmental agencies. With a focus on integrative project delivery, students are intoduced to the project management process groups: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing. A range of project management plan perspectives are addressed, including business and public administration considerations, risk and quality management, asset management, and logistics.

ECE4243

3

CE Design Project 1
A comprehensive design experience where students form collaborative teams to initiate a project that incorporates engineering concepts mastered in technical courses. Students utilize an integrative approach to an open-ended design challenge and establish objectives, analyze alternative solutions and generate professional-level deliverables in the context of real-world constraints. Students, individually and as a team, compose progress and technical reports, and make oral presentations.

 ECE4022

2

Total Credits:

15

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

ECE Tech Elective (For Civil Engineering Students)

Students in this program take four Technical Electives (TE). TE courses must have a Total Design Credit equal to or exceeding 7. Please contact the program director for more information.

ECE Technical Electives:

ECE 4253 Construction Safety Mgt
ECE 4563 Hydrology

ECE 4363 Environmental Design
ECE 4343 Environmental Engr 2
ECE 4443 Foundation Design
ECE 4763 Steel Design
ECE 4843 Highway Engineering
ECE 5xx3 – See Advisor for the approved list.

 5/4XX3

3

Engineering Tech Elective (For Civil Engineering Students)
Course description not found.

4/5XX3

3

Junior/Senior Elective
Course description not found.

LLT/SSC/PSY 3XX3/4X

3

Structural Design & Test Lab

Applications of structural analysis and design to the actual designed and constructed structural members such as reinforced and prestressed concrete, steel, wood, and aluminum girders.

ECE4761

1

Concrete Design
Use of working stress and ultimate strength methods toward the analysis and design of reinforced concrete structural members such as slabs, beams, and columns; comprehensive design project; computer applications.

ECE4743

3

Ethics and Professional Issues
May need permission of the department chairman. Selected topics in engineering ethics, history of civil engineering, and other professional issues. Oral and written reports required.

ECE4051

1

CE Design Project 2
A comprehensive design experience where students form collaborative teams to initiate a project that incorporates engineering concepts mastered in technical courses. Students utilize an integrative approach to an open-ended design challenge and establish objectives, analyze alternative solutions and generate professional-level deliverables in the context of real-world constraints. Students, individually and as a team, compose progress and technical reports, and make oral presentations.

ECE4032

2

Total Credits:

16

Civil Engineering Technical Electives (TE)

Students must select a minimum of 4 TEs. The selected 4 TE courses MUST have a total design credits equal to or exceed 7. Design credits are indicated by the number in (…) to the right side of each TE course name. ECE 4011 CE Design Competition 1 and ECE 4012 CE Design Competition 2 must both be taken in subsequent semesters and count as 1 TE.

» Awards + Accreditation


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


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