The Construction Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science Program is a technically rigorous and production-oriented program that prepares graduates to enter and advance to leadership positions in the construction industry.

Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology all students can expect to be able to:

• enter the construction industry and advance toward leadership positions in the construction industry;
• work on multi-disciplinary teams and effectively communicate with constructors, architects, engineers, the public and public agents, scientists and others to complete construction projects;
• continue to develop professionally through work experiences and continuing education, expanding their knowledge base and keeping abreast of advances in construction and engineering practice;
• contribute to society and the construction industry through involvement in professional related and/or other service activity; and
• promote and advance the integrity of the construction industry, holding paramount the safety, health and welfare of their co-workers and the public, and striving to comply with the principles of sustainable development.

The curriculum provides a well rounded, four-year, technically specialized university education culminating in a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Technology (CET). Knowledge of mathematics and physical sciences along with applied courses in business management, law, and human relations form a background to transform design, research and planning ideas into physical reality using contemporary construction practices. Faculty with industry experience instruct students in surveying, estimating, scheduling, quality control, safety, testing, and field analysis.

Graduates use their skills and abilities to construct transportation systems, utilities, buildings, dams, public health and environmental systems, irrigation, industrial facilities, municipal and public works, and also in surveying, mapping, and support of engineering design. Building, industrial, and heavy highway construction are emphasized with particular attention directed toward preparation for employment in management and supervisory positions in both field and office operations.

This curriculum provides the education necessary to work with engineers, architects, contractors, technicians, and owners. The student in this curriculum can be employed as field supervisor, estimator, scheduler, or superintendent; he or she may progress to the highest levels of management in the construction arena such as project and operations managers. Because effective communication is essential in carrying out management responsibilities, students in this curriculum are required to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills in their undergraduate studies. Other possible positions are employment with consulting engineers and architects in support activities involving plans and planning, acquisition of design data, surveying, construction inspection for quantity and quality control, sales engineering, plant expansion, and maintenance management activities.