# Civil Engineering (Certificate of Achievement)

Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Engineering

Source: https://butte.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/25398/28408/28116/28089/27531

**About the Program**

**Program Goal:** Local

**GE Pattern(s):** None

**Program Code:** 44137.00CA

The Certificate of Achievement in Civil Engineering is designed to cover the core civil engineering courses needed to transfer to a four-year program leading to the Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering at most four-year colleges and universities. The curriculum includes lower division courses in Civil Engineering.  Major requirements can vary by university and catalog year. Students should consult with a counselor and utilize Assist.org to ensure this is the most efficient pathway for their academic and career goals.

**Program Learning Outcome(s):**
Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1.  Use the tools of Mathematics and Physics to solve engineering problems.
2.  Use engineering judgment in the solution of engineering problems by breaking problems down, solving each part, checking each solution, and reassembling the problem for a final solution.
3.  Safely use and accurately interpret the output of standard measuring devices including those used in surveying.
4.  Solve problems using data gathered at building sites.
5.  Write comprehensive reports to communicate the analysis of civil engineering projects.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 23 |
| DFT 12 | Beginning AutoCAD Drafting | 3 |
| ENGR 2 | Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB | 3 |
| ENGR 3 | Plane Surveying I | 3 |
| ENGR 4 | Plane Surveying II | 3 |
| ENGR 8 | Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 45 | Materials Science | 4 |
| GEOL 32 | Physical Geology with Lab | 4 |
| **Total** | | **23** |