Civil Engineering Technology

About the Program

Program Goal: Career

GE Pattern(s): Butte Local

Program Code: 01322.00AS

The Civil Engineering Technology program is designed to prepare students to enter the world of Civil Engineering Technologists or Technicians. The program has sufficient breadth to include surveying, map drafting, and computer aided drafting (CAD). After completion of the two-year program, the student will be prepared to enter civil engineering technology at the entry level. To be successful in this program it is desirable that students have background in math through intermediate algebra, physics, and science. A year or more of high school drafting is a plus. Students should be prepared for a rigorous two-year training program.

Students who are still enrolled in high school and considering a career as a civil engineering technologist or technician are encouraged to take classes in math, drafting and computer science. Students who complete this program will be able to serve on a field survey crew, work in an engineering office, and prepare maps for recordation. Students will be able to prepare maps with both conventional drafting instruments and with the help of the computer (CAD). In every constituency there exists a need for trained engineering technicians and technologists. The information in this course of study is used daily in most public works departments in all counties and in all engineering offices in the state.

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

1. Describe the history, functions, and types of engineering.
2. Use survey equipment to measure and record angles and distances in the field.
3. Identify the physical, mechanical, and chemical properties and the applications of the materials commonly used in engineering practice.
4. Collect, analyze, and summarize data in a professional report.