Civil Engineering Technology
This curriculum is designed to equip graduates to face the challenge of modern engineering practice. The major emphasizes applications-based engineering studies involving the planning, analysis and design of civil engineering/surveying projects. Modern approaches to the planning, analysis, and design of highways, structures, hydraulic systems, and site development are emphasized. This technical instruction with modern instrumentation, hardware, and software is reinforced with foundation courses emphasizing written and oral communication, and physical sciences. All of the instruction is presented with problem solving in mind and strong emphasis on applications and critical thinking. The major prepares students for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, which is the first step in registering as a professional engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Graduates of the Civil Engineering Technology associate degree (CT) can transfer into the Civil Engineering Technology bachelor degree (BCT) without losing any credits.
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Program Specs
- Application/Major Code: BCT – view in catalog
- School: Industrial & Engineering Technologies
- Degree Type: Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
About the curriculum
Program Educational Objectives
Classes
View the classes you will be attending in the College Catalog.
Accreditation & Industry Connections
After graduation
Career Opportunities
List of jobs via the College Catalog.
Earnings
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, for example, median annual wages of salary civil engineers were $77,560 in May 2010. The middle half of the occupation earned between $61,590 and $97,990. The bottom 10 percent earned less than $50,560, and the top 10 percent earned more than $119,320.
According to our most recent graduate survey the average starting salary for Civil Engineering Technology graduates range from approximately $40,000 to $45,000.
Industries with the highest levels of employment in this occupation:
| Industry | Employment | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | 127,490 | $40.06 | $83,320 |
| State Government (OES Designation) | 32,840 | $36.79 | $76,530 |
| Local Government (OES Designation) | 28,190 | $39.15 | $81,430 |
| Nonresidential Building Construction | 13,330 | $40.19 | $83,590 |
| Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation) | 10,630 | $41.84 | $87,020 |
*Statistics reported in May 2010
Special Admissions Requirement
View Special Admissions Requirements.
Transfer Procedures
View general transfer procedures via the College Catalog.
Tools, Uniforms & Supplies
Tools
Necessary equipment will be addressed in courses as needed.
Uniforms and tools are available for purchase through The College Store.
Clubs & Activities
Pennsylvania Society of Land Surveyors (PSLS)
View the entire student organizations listing or Greek Life listing.
Civil Engineering Technology Committee
Advisory committees, which act as recommending bodies to the faculty and administration, consist of in-field professionals who act as partners in the development of curriculum. Their curricular and equipment advice as well as their industry connections and internship opportunities are invaluable to our students and to the growth of our institution.
