Construction Engineering Technology The University of Akron

Overview

The Construction Engineering Technology programme at The University of Akron provides students with a robust foundation in the principles and concepts of modern construction technology. This degree is specifically designed to build upon fundamental knowledge, ensuring that graduates are prepared to plan and direct complex building projects effectively.

Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, the curriculum ensures that students meet high professional standards. The faculty consists of professional engineers and expert practitioners who integrate their extensive real-world experience into the classroom using interactive multimedia technology.

Why Construction Engineering Technology at The University of Akron?

Students benefit from exceptional hands-on learning opportunities within specialised research facilities. These include the Construction Materials Testing Lab, the Project Estimating and Scheduling Lab, and the Building Construction and Residential Building Lab, providing a practical environment for skill development.

The university emphasises real-world experience through a mandatory cooperative work-study component. Students can satisfy this requirement through a formal co-op semester, 120 service hours with a construction organisation, or a full year of continuous employment in a relevant management position.

Engagement beyond the classroom is encouraged through award-winning design competition teams, such as the OCA Estimating Team. Furthermore, students can join professional organisations like the Construction Management Association of America or the National Society of Black Engineers to build industry networks.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 21650 per year
• National fee: USD 21650 per year
• Local fee: USD 13740 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on the technical and managerial aspects of the building industry. Modules may include:

• Construction Technology
• Project Estimating
• Scheduling
• Construction Materials Testing
• Residential Building
• Construction Management

Careers with Construction Engineering Technology

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles across residential, commercial, and civil infrastructure sectors. They often find employment working on bridges, roads, dams, and wastewater treatment systems, applying their knowledge of business operations and construction methods.

Common professional roles for graduates include construction managers, field engineers, project engineers, and cost estimators. Other career paths involve working as construction inspectors, schedulers, construction coordinators, or engineering technicians within the public or private sectors.

The University of Akron has a strong track record of student placements with prominent employers. Recent graduates have secured positions at organisations such as Turner Construction Company, Kokosing Construction Company, Wayne Homes, and the Ohio Department of Transportation.