Message from the Chair

Interested in addressing the infrastructure challenges that arise from climate change? In rebuilding post-pandemic economies? In developing smart and resilient cities? In exploring the fusion of civil engineering, technology, big data and artificial intelligence? In pursuing the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion in how we design and construct our surroundings? In taking an interdisciplinary approach to sustainability and working to safeguard our natural resources?

This is an exciting time to be a civil engineer. The challenges we face as a society require bold thinking and progressive practices. Through coursework, labs, clubs, societies, student competitions and optional internship program, the Department of Civil Engineering puts you in the arena of social change.

Led by distinguished and agile professors, our comprehensive and integrated program readies you for the many career opportunities arising from our current infrastructure boom. Our leading-edge curriculum cultivates tomorrow’s infrastructure leaders who will shape our society’s future. That can be you.