Civil Engineering Technology
About this program
From the construction of a new park to the design of the city’s much-needed bridge, civil engineers know how to make it happen. Working out solutions to problems, and making recommendations along the way. In this Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET-accredited program, you’ll get hands on with the latest technology, hone your critical thinking skills, and take away the technical know-how to craft highways, structures, hydraulic systems, and development sites.
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
98%
Placement Rate
ABET
Accredited Program
Students Prepared for the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
Careers
- Civil engineer designer
- Construction project manager
- Estimator/scheduler
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- CET160Surveying for Civil Engineers
- CET151Computer Applications for Civil Engineers
- CET120Erosion Control & Stormwater Management
- CET168Geographic Information Systems & Small Unmanned Aerial Systems
- CET203Engineering Mechanics I
- CET229Transportation Engineering
- CET238Origin, Distribution & Behavior of Soils
- CET213Engineering Mechanics II
- CET246Materials of Construction
- CET312Hydraulics & Hydrology
- CET242Fluid Mechanics
- CET305Structural Engineering I
- CET320Land Development for Civil Engineers
- CET315Structural Engineering II
- CET324Water Resources & Environmental Engineering
- CETELCCivil Engineering Technology Technical Electives
- CET410Geotechnical Engineering
- CET420Sustainable Infrastructure
- CET495Senior Capstone Design-Planning
- CETELCCivil Engineering Technology Technical Electives
- CET496Design for Capstone Project
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
- ECO111Principles of Macroeconomics
- PHSP3 Select One Course: PHS115 or PHS201
- PHSP4 Select One Course: PHS125 or PHS202
- CHM111General Chemistry I
- MET315Engineering Economics
- HIPELCCore Historical Perspective
- MET321Engineering Ethics & Legal Issues
- ARPELCCore Arts Perspective
- CDPELCCore Global and Cultural Diversity Perspective
Featured Videos
Your Class in 60 Seconds
Get a student's perspective on one of her favorite Civil Engineering courses—CET238 Origin, Distribution, & Behavior of Soils. Hop from field exercises to lab assessments in this quick rundown of our hands-on approach to lab-based learning.
Wildcat Spotlight - Dylan Klemas
Meet Dylan—civil engineering student and face-off midfielder for the men’s lacrosse team. Proudly wearing number 9 to honor is uncle who played for the Welsh national team, Dylan is thriving athletically and academically. Check out his story and learn what he loves about the tight-knit community he found at Penn College.
Facilities
Interactive, Hands-on Labs
- Geotechnical & Liquid Bituminous Materials Lab
- Sample Preparation Lab
- Shaker Room & Aggregates Lab
- Bituminous Mixtures Lab
- Concrete Compression & Utility Lab
Maker Profiles
Alumni
Regina Peluzzo
Civil Engineering
Even being deployed twice couldn't stop Regina from getting her bachelor's in civil engineering.
Faculty
David Fedor
Civil Engineering
David isn't afraid to challenge his students. That's because he's 100% invested in their success.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Feb 21
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, February 219 AM - 3 PM
Apr 26
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, April 269 AM - 3 PM
ABET-Accredited Program
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
Internship
Your knowledge in practice
Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand.
Student Life
Lead and put your skills to the test
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
ASCE promotes an industrial knowledge of civil engineering, engages students outside of the classroom, and expands a positive recognition of the civil engineering profession.
Student Organizations at Penn College
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
Penn College News
Friday, September 12, 2025
Career Services to host two employer 'pop-up' events
Thursday, May 1, 2025
10 Penn College students earn Allan Myers Scholarships
Monday, April 28, 2025
Penn College civil engineering student receives scholarship
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Student Experience
Real world applications
Students in the Steel Design course traveled to High Steel Structures LLC, one of the nation’s leading fabricators of structural steel, to learn about bridge girder fabrication. “The concepts students learn in my class are seen up close and very personal at High Steel Structures,” said Potts, assistant professor of civil engineering technology.
More Information
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org), under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
Students must complete all required major courses in the B.S. Civil Engineering Technology major (those with the alpha-designator CET) with a grade of "C" or higher.
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see https://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/transferring-credits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
Prospective students should be aware that licensure requirements for work in this profession vary by state. The Civil Engineering Technology program meets the educational requirements for licensure within the state of Pennsylvania. We have not determined if graduates of our program will be eligible for licensure in other states; therefore, students intending to seek employment in states other than PENNSYLVANIA are asked to contact the state licensing board of the state they wish to seek licensing to confirm that our program meets the requirements of the state where you intend to work. More information can be found on the the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) website.
Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure
- Civil Engineering Technology B.S. students qualify to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam — the first of two exams required for licensure in Pennsylvania — after achieving Junior class standing; however, it is recommended that the FE exam be taken during the Senior year.
- The second exam can only be taken after successfully completing the FE exam and gaining further work experience under the guidance of a licensed PE as stipulated by the registration law.
- Mr. Steven C Balkey, PE, Vice President, Project Development, Ameron Construction Co., Inc.
- Mr. John Nevin Blesh, PLS, '04, Surveyor/Data manager, Clinton County Solid Waste Authority
- Mr. Robert J Bradbury, Chief of Surveys, PA Department of Transportation District 3
- Dr. John Clune, Supervisory Hydrologist, USGS - Pennsylvania
- Dr. Jonathan U Dougherty, Corporate Recruiting, Providence Engineering
- Ms. Stefanie J English, PE, Project Manager - Structural Engineering, Larson Design Group
- Ms. Ashley Hetrick, EIT, '17, Land Development, Larson Design Group
- Mr. Thomas Holden, EIT, Civil Designer - Energy Services, Borton-Lawson Engineering
- Mr. Jacob Martin, EIT, '18, Land Development, RGS Associates
- Mr. Jay B Miller, Civil Engineer Manager - Construction Unit, PennDOT District 3-0
- Mr. Bryan Pauling, PE, Director, Energy Group, Larson Design Group
- Mr. Gerald C Wertz, P.E., Assistant District Executive - Design, PENNDOT
- Mr. Jeremy L Whitmoyer, PE, SE, Senior Structural Engineer, Larson Design Group
- Ms. Kelly Williams, '22, Survey Crew Chief, McClure
- Mr. Timothy Zeigler, PE, '14, Highway Designer, Gannett Fleming, Inc.