Wayne State University

Aim Higher

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Education Objectives

The graduates of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Program, in their early careers, will be expected to:

  • Apply their knowledge and skills as effective, productive civil engineers within private corporations, engineering consulting firms, as well as local, state and federal government agencies in the design of innovative civil engineering systems and processes.
  • Work and communicate effectively with others on multi-disciplinary teams to develop practical, technically sound, cost-effective solutions to complex and diverse civil engineering problems.
  • Build upon the fundamental knowledge gained in the undergraduate program of study, allowing analysis and design in alternative and innovative conditions.
  • Engage in the profession in an ethical and responsible manner.
  • Seek leadership roles as practitioners.
  • Become and remain active members within professional and technical societies.