Civil Engineering

Overview

The objective of the Civil Engineering program of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is to give graduating seniors an academically sound and practical background in civil engineering. A balanced program, including engineering science, design, and laboratory courses in civil engineering, is stressed.

The Civil Engineering major is a designated capstone major. In each of the major field design courses, students work individually and in groups to complete design projects. To do so, they draw on their prior coursework, research the needed materials and possible approaches to creating their device or system, and come up with creative solutions. This process enables them to integrate many of the principles they have learned previously and apply them to real systems. In completing their projects, students are also expected to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, as well as their ability to work productively with others as part of a team.

Learning Outcomes

The Civil Engineering major has the following learning outcomes:

• Understanding of, and ability to apply, basic mathematical and scientific concepts that underlie the field

• Ability to contribute meaningfully to design projects

• Critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with computational procedures essential to the field

• Ability to work productively as a member of a team

• Effective oral and written communication skills