Civil Engineering Technology
The notations after each course title indicate 1) the semester during which the course is offered and 2) the number of credit hours, the number of lecture hours per week, and the number of laboratory hours per week for the course.
CET 101 Statics—Fall/Spring/Sum (3-3-0)
The study of the equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies using mathematical and/or graphical analysis. Free-body diagrams are strongly emphasized. Vector methods are employed to investigate forces and moments in planar and three-dimensional problems. Pin-jointed trusses and frames are analyzed using the method of joints and the method of sections. Problems involving friction and the properties of areas including first moment, centroid, and second moment complete the course. Dual listed as MET 101. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH 185.
CET 205 Introduction to Surveying—Fall (3-2-3)
A study of topographic surveying and mapping. Determination of land areas, construction surveys and layout, control surveys, boundary surveys, route locations, and street layout. Provides experience with the use of equipment, instruments, and the fundamental techniques of surveying. Prerequisites: ETGR 205, MATH 185.
CET 206 Environmental Engineering Technology I—Fall (3-3-0)
A survey of the principles of environmental engineering technology including environmental chemistry, materials, energy balance, water quality management, water and wastewater treatment, ethics, and government regulations. Prerequisites: CHEM 102, MATH 180, NSET 101.
CET 209 Engineering Geology—Spring (3-2-3)
A study of the principles of structural and historical geology, soil and rock mechanics, soil formation, and sub-surface exploration. Includes interpretation of geologic maps, topographic maps, and aerial photographs.
CET 212 Properties of Materials—Fall/Spring (3-3-0)
A study of atomic and crystalline structure as a means of understanding material behavior. The influence of defects, strengthening mechanisms, and heat treatments are examined. Mechanical strength properties in tension/compression, shear, hardness and impact, and related test procedures are investigated. The Iron-Carbon phase diagram is studied. Coverage also addresses ceramics, plastics, and composites. Dual listed as MET 212. Prerequisite: CHEM 101.
CET 213 Strength of Materials—Fall/Spring (3-3-0)
The study of stress and strain, deformation, riveted and welded joints, thin-wall pressure vessels, torsion, shear and stresses in beams, design of beams, deflection of beams, Mohr’s circle and columns. Reference to applications for civil and mechanical engineering technology. Dual listed as MET 213. Prerequisites: CET 101, CET 212. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH 190.
CET 214 Strength of Materials Laboratory—Fall/Spring (1-0-3)
Introduction to materials testing including tension, compression, ductility, hardness, modulus of elasticity in tension and modulus of rigidity in torsion, shear strength, and beam and column testing. A special assignment, including a written report and oral presentation, is required. Dual listed as MET 214. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CET 213.
CET 309 Soil Mechanics—Fall (4-3-3)
An introduction to the physical and mechanical properties of soils. A basic understanding of the effects of soil conditions on the construction process. Equations of consolidation, stress and settlement, stability of cuts, shear strength, subsoil stresses, bearing capacity, seepage-drainage, and frost action. Standard laboratory soil tests are performed to determine the physical and mechanical properties of soils. Prerequisites: CET 209, CMPS 204.
CET 310 Structural Analysis—Fall (3-3-0)
The application of mechanics and strength of materials to the analysis of trusses, beams, and framed structures. Statically determinate topics include vector forces, equilibrium, structural classification, methods of joints and sections, shear and bending moment diagrams, and the calculation of deflections by direct integration, superposition, and virtual work. Analysis of indeterminate structures by moment distribution, consistent displacements, and commercial and academic computer software is also included. Prerequisites: CET 213, CET 214, ETGR 205, NSET 101, MATH 180.
CET 315 Structural Design I—Spring (3-2-3)
Study of reinforced concrete analysis and design. Topics covered include codes, fundamental mechanics, beam bending, beam shear, and beam deflection. Prerequisite: CET 310.
CET 316 Structural Design II—Spring (3-2-2)
Study of the physical design and behavior of steel structures. Topics covered include the advantages and properties of steel, the availability of shapes, safety and risk, and the specification and use of design equations. Design approaches using current AISC documents will be presented for tension, compression, beam, and frame members. Comments on connection practice will also be included. Some design assignments will be performed using commercial computer applications. Prerequisite: CET 212, CET 310, MATH 180.
CET 317 Concrete Mix Design Laboratory—Spring (1-0-3)
Students will perform the basic tests used in the field of concrete mix design to determine if a mix is suitable for use. Test batches will be mixed, cylinders and beams will be produced, and compression and flexure tests will be conducted. Additionally, air permeability and slump tests will be presented. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CET 315.
CET 321 Environmental Engineering Technology II—Spring (3-3-0)
A survey of the principles of environmental engineering technology including air pollution, solid and hazardous waste management, noise and light pollution, ethics, and government regulations. Prerequisite: CET 206.
CET 405 Software Tools for Civil Engineering Technologists—Fall (2-1-3)
A series of senior design projects selected from the major Civil Engineering Technology specialties to be conducted using commercial engineering software. Project may include surveying, drafting, mapping, geotechnical design, structural design, hydraulic design, highway location design, and site development. Project management and scheduling software will be covered. Students may substitute a project in a specialty not normally covered, with the permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: Senior status.
CET 409 Foundations Design—Spring (3-3-0)
A design course stressing the procedures for choosing the most appropriate type of foundation for a given soil condition and for sizing for the soil conditions. The topics covered include site exploration and soil sampling, bearing design of shallow foundations, combined and raft foundations, stability of slopes, and active and passive retaining structures. Brief discussions are also provided for braced cuts, sheet piles, and deep foundations. Prerequisites: CET 309, CET 310.
CET 410 Highway and Bridge Design—Spring (3-3-0)
A course in highway and bridge route location and safety design. The route location elements of the course include topics from travel demand and factors affecting preliminary route location, types of highway, use of topo maps for the selection of tangents, circular curve design and layout, vertical curves, and spirals. The safety topics include reaction times, stopping distances, passing distances, superelevation, and widening. Brief coverage of the use of influence lines for the structural analysis of beam and truss bridges will also be covered. Highway design computer applications will be used on selected assignments. Prerequisites: CET 309, CET 310.
CET 411 Fluid Mechanics—Fall (3-3-0)
The study of the physical behavior of incompressible and compressible fluids and fluid systems. Hydrostatic and hydrodynamic systems are considered. Fluid transmission and control applications include the design of weirs, orifices, and valves. The determination of pressure losses in open and closed systems is covered. Other topics include the storage of energy by pressurized fluids in closed systems. Problems of interest in both Civil and Mechanical Engineering Technology are included. Dual listed as MET 411. Prerequisites: MET 102, CMPS 204, MATH 210.
CET 412 Fluid Mechanics Laboratory—Fall (1-0-3)
Introduces students to the special tools used by fluid power industries and the manual skills required in implementing fluid mechanics applications. Special techniques in flow measurement and implementation. Dual listed as MET 412. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CET 411.
CET 418 Hydraulics—Spring (3-3-0)
A study of flow in pipes, open channels, and hydraulic structures as well as seepage and pumps. Prerequisite: CET 411.
CET 295, CET 395, CET 495 Special Topics in Civil Engineering Technology I, II, III (1-6 credits)
CET 296, CET 396, CET 496 Independent Study in Civil Engineering Technology I, II, III (1-6 credits)
Special Request Independent Study Fee: $60 per credit.
CET 499 Honors Internship in Civil Engineering Technology (1-6 credits)
Available to qualified students as a practicum within the University or in conjunction with an external agency. Requires regular progress reports and a final paper. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Consent of an instructor to act as a sponsor, acceptance by an agency if applicable, approval of the department chair, an overall G.P.A. of 3.30, and a departmental G.P.A. of 3.50.