The Civil Engineering Undergraduate Program offers students a comprehensive education with a broad academic content and curriculum. The program consists of a variety of courses covering basic engineering principles and knowledge specific to civil engineering. During the four years of undergraduate study, students acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge.
The first year includes courses such as mathematics, physics and chemistry to give students a solid foundation in the basic sciences. Mathematics courses cover topics such as differential equations and linear algebra. Physics courses teach the cornerstones of engineering, such as mechanics, thermodynamics and electricity-magnetism. Alongside these courses, practical courses such as engineering drawing and computer-aided design (CAD) are also offered.
The second year is an introduction to the core areas of civil engineering. This year includes courses such as statics, dynamics, strength, building materials and geology. The statics and dynamics courses provide information about the stability and motion of structures, while the strength course teaches the strength and deformation behavior of materials. The building materials course examines the properties and uses of construction materials such as concrete, steel and wood. Geology course provides information about soil properties and their effects on building design.
The third year is when more specialized courses are offered. Courses such as structural analysis, structural design, geotechnical engineering, hydraulics and water resources engineering, transportation engineering are important subjects of this year. Structural analysis and design courses enable students to analyze and design various building systems. Geotechnical engineering course includes soil mechanics and foundation engineering. Hydraulics and water resources engineering courses focus on the movement of water and the management of water resources. Transportation engineering course teaches the design and planning of roads, bridges and traffic systems.
The fourth year is when students have the opportunity to put their knowledge and skills into practice. In this year, students work on capstone projects, which usually aim to provide solutions to real-world engineering problems. Courses such as project management, construction management and environmental engineering are also offered. The project management course covers the planning, management and control of construction projects. Construction management course teaches topics such as construction site management, cost analysis and quality control. The environmental engineering course focuses on environmental impact assessment and sustainable construction practices.
Applied education methods such as laboratory studies and field trips are also included in the program. Laboratory studies enable students to reinforce their theoretical knowledge by conducting practical experiments. Field trips, on the other hand, allow students to gain hands-on knowledge by seeing construction projects on site. In addition, throughout the program, students are trained on various software and technologies. Tools such as CAD, building information modeling (BIM), structural analysis software and project management software are among the technologies commonly used in modern civil engineering.
The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering offers a comprehensive education that prepares students for a successful career in the industry by enabling them to gain a broad range of knowledge and diverse skills.