Activities of civil engineering; principles and methods involved in solving civil engineering problems. College lecture attendance required.

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• 9.3 Be able to communicate in a team environment.
• 9.7 Experience leadership in the ASCE student chapter by serving as or working with officers and project leaders.
• 10.2 Know the steps necessary to become a licensed professional engineer.
• 10.3 Understand the role and benefits of professional societies, and be an active student member.
• 10.4 Understand the differing roles of practicing professionals, business managers, public administrators, and others in project development.
• 11.1 Understand how civil engineering problems may be affected by cultural, societal, political, and environmental concerns.
• 11.2 Understand how the implementation of civil engineering projects affects the quality of life.
• 12.1 Understand basic ethical principles and the fundamental canons of ASCE and their application in engineering practice.
• 12.2 Demonstrate a commitment to community service through participation in significant service projects.
• 12.3 Understand the important role of life-long learning in maintaining engineering competence

• Civil Engineering Code of Ethics
• Engineering Business Practices
• Professional Licensure
• Leadership
• Community Service
• Civil Engineering Project Case Studies
• Continuing Education
• Career/Internship Opportunities

Offered each fall and winter semesters.
Meets TH 11:00 – 11:50 am

This course is primarily an engineering science course.
Management, business, ethical, leadership, and public policy concepts are presented by guest lecturers based on personal experiences and case studies. The application of leadership skills is put into practice during the completion of a wide variety of community service design/construction projects completed by students enrolled in the course. The importance of professional licensure is also explained by guest lectures given by practicing professionals. The method of obtaining a professional license is also outlined.

Course learning outcomes (competencies) 9.3 and 9.7 contribute to program outcome 9: "Be able to communicate ideas effectively, work in teams, and lead".
Course learning outcome (competency) 10.2 through 10.4 contributes to program outcome 10: "Be familiar with professional practice, business management, and public administration".
Course learning outcome (competency) 11.1 and 11.2 contributes to program outcome 11: “Be aware of cultural, societal, contemporary, historical, global, and sustainability issues”.
Course learning outcome (competency) 12.1 through 12.3 contributes to program outcome 12: “Be committed to life-long learning and service as licensed engineers of integrity and faith”.

Prepared by Professor M. Brett Borup, April 2008.