Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

University of Akron

Civil engineers plan, design, build and operate the infrastructure of modern society including roadways, buildings, airports, seaports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and water supply and sewage systems.The core curriculum of The University of Akron’s civil engineering program includes: mathematics, solid and fluid mechanics, engineering materials, environmental reactions.We offer a range of specializations in environmental, geotechnical, structural construction, and transportation engineering to tailor your degree to your interests:Students graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.A degree in civil engineering paves the way to careers in design, construction research and teaching. Civil engineers also work as construction site supervisors or city engineers. Many civil engineers specialize structural, water resources, environmental, construction, transportation, or geotechnical engineering.Gain important practical professional experience through the optional co-op and placement program. Through co-op, you’ll alternate semesters of work and school following your sophomore year. As an added benefit, you are likely to earn a competitive salary.

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