10/28/ Welcome to SUNYIT Civil Engineering Technology Program Welcome to SUNYIT Civil Engineering Technology Program

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

10/28/ 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.

10/28/ 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.

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

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

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

10/28/ 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

10/28/ 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

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/

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

10/28/ 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

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

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/

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

10/28/ Jobs State Governments Consultants Private firms

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

10/28/ 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

10/28/ Resources Faculty/Advisor/Chair Learning center (info services for username and password) Campus Center Other students

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