1. 10/28/2015 1 Welcome to SUNYIT Civil Engineering Technology Program Welcome to SUNYIT Civil Engineering Technology Program

2. 10/28/2015 2 SUNYIT Civil Engineering Technology Program Leads to a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology Accredited by TAC-ABET Approximately 70 students

3. 10/28/2015 3 Mission Statement Provide quality undergraduate studies in civil engineering technology. Encourage academic and intellectual achievement of the highest quality and the technical competencies inherent to the field of civil engineering technology. Committed to the integration of these elements in a coherent program of higher learning.

4. 10/28/2015 4 Objectives Graduating students are equipped with: Applied engineering skills necessary to obtain gainful employment in their chosen professional field after graduation and the ability to progress to higher levels of responsibility in their chosen area. Practical problem-solving and hands-on skills rooted in the fundamental areas of CET. The desire to become life-long learners, and to grow and continue their professional development through graduate studies, workshops, membership in professional societies and professional registration.

5. 10/28/2015 5 Faculty Lawrence Dunn, PE Jayne Baran, PE Adjuncts (NYSDOT-Michael Washburn, C&S Engineers-Mark Arner, Shumaker Engineers-Curt Nichols, Retired NYSDOT-Joe Libritz)

6. 10/28/2015 6 Lawrence Dunn, PE 20 years experience in structural field SUNYIT – 17 years M.Eng. in Civil Engr.,RPI, Troy

7. 10/28/2015 7 Jayne Baran, PE 10 years experience in transportation field SUNYIT – 18 years M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle

8. 10/28/2015 8 Technology vs. Engineering Practical Hands-on Application of Current Technology Faculty with Industrial Experience Theoretical Analytical Development of New Technology Faculty with an academic background

9. 10/28/2015 9 Expected Proficiencies Technical Expertise Teamwork and Communication Problem Solving Spreadsheets & Word Processing CAD (CAD test) Recommended prior to Capstone Design Good work / study habits Academic Integrity A Commitment to Excellence and Professionalism

10. Schedule (handout) Two Important Tracks: Math (Precalculus, Calculus I, Calculus II, Upper-level Math) Structural (Physics I, Statics, Strength of Materials, Structural Analysis, Concrete Design, Steel Design, Capstone) 10/28/2015 10

11. 10/28/2015 11 Three Emphases (2 courses) Structural - Concrete Design - Steel Design Transportation - Transportation Analysis - Highway Design Construction - Construction Estimating and Scheduling - Construction Administration

12. 10/28/2015 12 GENED requirements (7/10) 1. Math 2. Science 3. Social Science 4. American History 5. Western Civilization (HIS 306 or 370) 6. Other World Civilizations (HIS 306 or 370) 7. Humanities 8. Arts 9. Foreign Language 10. Basic Communication

13. Succeeding Steer your future Come to class Complete all assignments Learning center 10/28/2015 13

14. Engineering Computers Labs (G225, G225a, G143, 1159) have specialized software for engineering technologies but are only available when building is open Three engineering computers are located in the Kunsela public lab (across from University Police) 24 hours a day; 7 days a week. Two engineering computers are located in the library. The library is open Saturday 10 am-4 pm and Sunday from 1-9 pm. The library has a plotter. 10/28/2015 14

15. 10/28/2015 15 Miscellaneous Items Taking a course at another college Taking a course at MVCC Intern/coop If in doubt, check it out!!!

16. 10/28/2015 16 Jobs State Governments Consultants Private firms

17. 10/28/2015 17 Other Opportunities Clubs (ASCE, SWE) Contest (steel bridge) Minor (math, technical writing) Professional Licensing (FE/PE) Graduate School (GPA should be >3.0)

18. 10/28/2015 18 Professional License The faculty encourage graduates to pursue professional licensure Eligible to take FE in NY after graduation ( Agreement in place with State Education Department to apply the semester of graduation ) Eligible to take PE after 6 years of experience

19. 10/28/2015 19 Resources Faculty/Advisor/Chair Learning center E-mail (info services for username and password) Campus Center Other students

20. 10/28/2015 20 Any Questions?

21. 10/28/2015 21 Entering Student Survey http://people.sunyit.edu/~wolfea/