School of Engineering and Computer Science

Objectives

The Civil Engineering program at the University of the Pacific subscribes to the following Program Objectives:

To develop graduates who have the technical knowledge and skills necessary to analyze and solve open-ended problems in Civil Engineering, with emphasis in Construction, Environmental, Structural, and Water Resources Engineering
To develop graduates who have the communication and management skills appropriate to practice civil engineering
To develop graduates who are capable of professional licensure, post-graduate studies, or leadership in the civil engineering profession

Students who complete the B.S. degree in CE will be able to:

apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve problems related to civil engineering
design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data in the interdisciplinary arena of civil engineering
design the fundamental components of a system or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, constructability, and sustainability
function on multi-disciplinary teams
identify, formulate, and solve civil engineering problems
understand the importance of professional and ethical responsibilities of engineers
effectively communicate using written, oral, and graphical means
understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
recognize the need for, and engage in, lifelong learning
a knowledge of contemporary issues in the civil engineering industry
use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary in civil engineering practice