Investigate. Innovate. Transform.

Civil and environmental engineering is a people-serving field. As civilization becomes more complex, civil and environmental engineering becomes more interdisciplinary and practitioners need to know about more than just fundamental design and construction principles.

Strategic Areas of Research

  • cross section of the waves propagating through a 50 mm thick steel plate in response to the impact of a 1.58 mm steel ball at five different times.

    Civil Infrastructure

    Innovate new technologies for natural disaster detection and preparedness, and discover new methods for building technologies that are more sustainable and have greater longevity.

  • DeFrees Hydraulics Lab

    Environmental Engineering

    Environmental engineering aims, in part, to obtain an improved understanding of physical, chemical and biological processes occurring in the natural and built environment.

  • A student using virtual reality equipment in the Information and Decision Systems lab run by Andreas Malikopoulos.

    Engineering Systems and Management

    Engineering Systems and Management applies mathematical and scientific principles to the definition, design, development, and operational evaluation of total solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems, including water resources management and transportation systems.

Our Programs

  • Civil Engineering

    Involves designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure like buildings, roads, and bridges. Perfect for those interested in shaping cities and improving the built environment for society.

  • Environmental Engineering

    Focuses on solving environmental challenges like pollution and water quality. Perfect for those passionate about sustainability and protecting natural resources.

  • Smart Cities

    Focuses on using technology to enhance urban life through efficient, sustainable solutions. Ideal for those interested in urban planning, technology, and improving quality of life.

  • Engineering Management

    Combines engineering knowledge with business and leadership skills to manage projects and teams. Ideal for those looking to lead technical teams, optimize processes, and drive innovation in engineering.

  • Civil and Environmental Engineering

    Designs and builds infrastructure while solving environmental issues. Ideal for those passionate about sustainability, urban planning, and creating resilient communities.

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