Civil Engineering

An introductory course into the field of surveying and mapping technology. Integrated topics include: types of surveys, cartography, and geographic information systems. (Formerly 2980:100)

Pre/Corequisite: MATH 143 or MATH 144 or higher math or placement. Care and use of basic surveying field instruments and the basic computations and adjustments necessary to post process the field survey measurements. Field Practice. (Formerly 2980:101)

Prerequisite: SURV 101. Pre/Corequisite: MATH 149 or MATH 154 or higher math or placement in higher math. Computations and adjustments of field survey measurements using both conventional and computer methods. Development of maps and plans stressed. Field Practice. (Formerly 2980:102)

Introduction to the principles and concepts of Geographic and Land Information Systems used in surveying and mapping applications. Laboratory. (Formerly 2985:101)

Prerequisite: SURV 102 or equivalent. Practical experience in use of surveying equipment and methods of surveying. Provides students with responsibility for making decisions and planning and directing complete project. (Formerly 2980:123)

Use of current surveying software to solve typical problems/projects in surveying technology. (Formerly 2980:155)

Pre/Corequisite: MATH 152, MATH 153, MATH 143, MATH 144, MATH 145 or higher math, or higher math placement. Drafting procedures, techniques, and tools required for the various phases of survey office work. Projects include topographic maps, plan and profile drawings, and cross-section drawings. Laboratory. (Formerly 2980:170)

Prerequisite: SURV 105. Continued instruction in the hands-on technical applications of Geographic and Land Information Systems. Laboratory. (Formerly 2985:201)

Safety and first aid training required for surveying. (Formerly 2980:325)

Prerequisite: SURV 105. Introduction and application of spatial geodatabases. The student will create, use, and manage geodatabases. Geodatabases are used for storing spatial and attribute data. Laboratory. (Formerly 2985:205)

Prerequisite: SURV 101. Methods and procedures for establishing line and grade for construction. Circular and parabolic curves. Cross-sectioning methods and earthwork. Communication and plan reading. (Formerly 2980:222)

Introduction to current and emerging geospatial technologies, such as Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing and global positioning systems, and exploring mapping data sources. Laboratory required. (Formerly 2980:223)

Prerequisite: SURV 101. Introduction to flood maps, ALTA surveys, and geodesy. Advanced topics in control surveys, state plane coordinates, and bearings from celestial observation. (Formerly 2980:225)

Prerequisite: SURV 101 or equivalent. Analysis of evidence and procedures for boundary location; establishing and/or locating points for boundary and mortgage location surveys; plat preparation. Ohio survey minimum standards. (Formerly 2980:228)

Prerequisite: SURV 222. Prepares students for the National Society of Professional Surveyors Certified Surveying Technician (CST) Level I Examination. Examination is given at the end of the review sessions. (Formerly 2980:251)

Prerequisite: SURV 225. Concepts relating to measurement error, probability, and reliability. Computation and adjustment of horizontal and vertical networks. (Formerly 2980:310)

Prerequisite: SURV 228. Historical development of boundaries, rectangular system of public land surveys, systems to describe property, surveyor's responsibility to understand and properly apply legal principles to boundary. (Formerly 2980:315)

An introduction to metrical and quantitative photogrammetry using both hard- and soft-copy systems. Laboratory. (Formerly 2980:330)

A course focused on the business aspects of surveying, including development of business plan components for a company offering professional surveying and mapping services. (Formerly 2980:335)

Prerequisites: SURV 101. A study of the official surveys of the United States. Cadastral surveys establish or recreate boundaries and /or tracts of land. (Formerly 2980:340)

An introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and its associated applications as it relates to land surveying and mapping. (Formerly 2980:350)

Prerequisite: SURV 105. Introduction to LiDAR (aerial and terrestrial) scanning as it applies to surveying and mapping. The course will discuss the collection and dissemination methods of the data. (Formerly 2980:410)

Prerequisite: SURV 315. A study of statute and common law related to land surveying. Evidence and the surveyor's role in the judicial process. Interpreting and writing land descriptions. (Formerly 2980:415)

Prerequisite: SURV 225. Surveying for long but narrow strips of land such as highways, railroads, and pipe lines. Course includes all requisite calculations and drawings. (Formerly 2980:420)

Prerequisites: SURV 155, SURV 222, and SURV 315. Site analysis, land use controls, and plotting procedures. Laboratory includes preparation of various types of projects leading to a complete subdivision. (Formerly 2980:421)

Prerequisite: SURV 225. Introduction to the Global Positioning System (GPS). Course includes the planning, data collection, and processing of GPS data. (Formerly 2980:422)

Interpretation and use of topographic maps. Study of basic map elements with emphasis on identification of features and coordinate systems. Map use for land navigation. (Formerly 2980:425)

A history of land surveying. Emphasis on the development of survey procedures through history. Part I (to 1785) covers the ancient world to the colonial period. (Formerly 2980:426)

Study of the history of the original Ohio Land Subdivisions (Formerly 2980:427)

A history of land surveying. Emphasis on the development of survey procedures through history. Part II (Since 1785) covers the history of the United States to date. (Formerly 2980:428)

Prerequisite: Senior standing and placement of advisor. Provides opportunity to research and develop a specific surveying project within chosen area of surveying. Oral, written and graphical presentation of completed project(s). (Formerly 2980:430)

Prerequisite: Senior or greater standing. Students demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired as surveying majors through assessment testing and review of professional licensure laws. Preparation for national exams. (Formerly 2980:431)

Prerequisite: SURV 105. Advanced instruction in GIS applications using GPS as well as other surveying and mapping methods. Laboratory. (Formerly 2980:445)

Prerequisite: Junior or greater standing. Topics in applicational areas of surveying from the point of view of the practitioner and the consumer of land-related data. (Formerly 2980:450)

Prerequisite: Permission. Special lecture/laboratory courses offered once or only occasionally in areas where no formal course exists. (May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.) (Formerly 2980:489)

Prerequisite: Permission. Group study of special topics in surveying. May not be used to meet undergraduate major requirements in surveying. May be used for elective credit only. (May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.) (Formerly 2980:490)

Prerequisites: 64 hours in program and permission. Supervised work experience in surveying and mapping to increase student understanding of surveying and mapping technology. (Formerly 2980:495)

Prerequisite: Senior standing in the honors program. Provides opportunities to research and develop a specific surveying project within chosen area of surveying. Oral, written, and geographical presentation of completed projects. (Formerly 2980:497)

Prerequisite: Permission or instructor. Directed study in a special field of interest chosen by student in consultation with instructor. (May be repeated for a total of six credits). (Formerly 2980:498)

Prerequisites: [MATH 149 or MATH 154 or higher math or placement in higher math] and [PHYS 160, PHYS 261, or PHYS 291]. This course covers forces, resultants, and couples. Equilibrium of force systems. Trusses, frames, centroid, moment of inertia, and friction. (Formerly 2990:125)

This course introduces students to important professional topics and computing skills for construction managers including software for estimating, scheduling, presentations, general business administration and graphics. (Formerly 2990:129)

Materials and methods used in construction. Encompasses buildings constructed with wood, steel, concrete or a combination of these materials. (Formerly 2990:131)

Pre/Corequisite: MATH 143, MATH 144, MATH 145 or higher or placement. The language of construction. Symbols, scales, plan views, elevation views, sections and details. Quantity take-off estimation. (Formerly 2990:150)

Prerequisite: COET 125. Stress, strain and stress-strain relationships. Tension, compression, torsion, beams. Shear and moment diagrams. Combines stresses. (Formerly 2990:225)

Introduction to topics on construction supervision including planning, directing and coordinating onsite activities to build quality defined by drawings and specifications. (Formerly 2990:226)

Prerequisites: COET 125 and COET 225. Principles of stress and structural analysis, concepts of steel, timber design, and reinforced concrete. (Formerly 2990:234)

Prerequisite: COET 131. Fundamentals of total quality management and construction inspection. (Formerly 2990:235)

Prerequisite: MATH 153, MATH 143, MATH 144, MATH 145 or higher math, or higher math placement. Laboratory testing of soils with emphasis on physical properties of soil. Laboratory and field procedures used for quality control. (Formerly 2990:237)

Prerequisite: MATH 153, MATH 143, MATH 144, MATH 145 or higher math, or higher math placement. Mix design of concrete. Laboratory testing of concrete containing ordinary Portland cement and pozzolanic admixtures. Experiments demonstrate physical properties as related to design and quality control. (Formerly 2990:238)

This course provides an understanding of the impact of the mechanical behavior and engineering properties of soils and rock related to construction processes and methods. Topics include erosion control, laboratory test methods for engineering design, flood and mass wasting behavior, soil subsidence, and sustainability of engineered coastal structures. (Formerly 2990:239)

Prerequisites: [MATH 149 or MATH 154 or higher math, or placement in higher math] and COET 150. Quantity takeoffs in construction to include mass excavations, foundation systems, structural steel, residential construction, and various commercial construction methods. (Formerly 2990:245)

Prerequisite: MATH 153, MATH 143, MATH 144, MATH 145 or higher math, or higher math placement. The content includes study of the development of a site including surveying, excavation, soil treatment, heavy equipment requirements, storm water management, pavement design, and construction of roadways. (Formerly 2990:246)

Prerequisite: COET 131. Students learn fundamental concepts for construction related to the residential building code. (Formerly 2990:254)

Introduction to building design, wood framing, and mechanical systems as commonly found in residential housing. (Formerly 2990:310)

Prerequisite: COET 245 or permission. Planning, scheduling, and controlling of field work within time and cost constraints. Manual methods and computer software packages studied. (Formerly 2990:352)

Prerequisites: COET 225 and COET 237. Soil mechanics and soils exploration as related to construction. Foundation construction methods and practice in the interest of safety and suitable economy. (Formerly 2990:354)

The purpose of this course is to explain what creates hazards and why, and to suggest where to anticipate trouble in each phase of the work as it progresses. (Formerly 2990:356)

Prerequisite: COET 245. This course focuses on estimating and bidding for public and private construction. Includes heavy/highway, residential and building construction with use of computer software to facilitate bid price. (Formerly 2990:358)

Prerequisite: COET 234 or permission. Introduction to design and construction of formwork and temporary wood structures. (Formerly 2990:361)

This course is designed to provide an understanding of sustainable construction practices and their importance on environmental issues. (Formerly 2990:371)

Prerequisite: Admission to the BSCET program, or permission from program director. This course focuses on current trends and challenges related to construction contracting. Students will learn critical “issue spotting” skills in areas of construction risk management, loss avoidance, collaboration, and strategic thinking. (Formerly 2990:421)

Prerequisites: Junior or greater standing and admission to an engineering major within the College of Engineering and Polymer Science. This course we will describe how to use emerging trends and technologies to improve project outcomes. Topics include digital and computing technologies - AI and cloud computing, BIM, video and laser scanning, big data and data analytics, reality capture, blockchain, simulation, augmented reality, data standards and interoperability, and vertical and horizontal integration, industrial production - prefabrication, 3D printing and assembly, offsite manufacture, cyber-physical systems - actuators, sensors, IoT, robots, cobots, and drones. (Formerly 2990:422)

Prerequisite: Admission to the BSCET program. This course is designed to provide an understanding of collaborative leadership and lean building science is it relates to job site construction safety, building first cost, schedule, ongoing building operating expenses, and upcycle construction benefits. Students will work in classroom and workshop settings led by construction industry leaders and subject matter experts. There will also be the opportunity to experience job site application of these practices. Core concepts will be taught through a variety of methods, such as learning checks, peer presentations, videos, social media posts and smaller group projects. Students will learn a variety of tools they can apply immediately to their work to reduce waste and improve the overall efficacies of their organizations. (Formerly 2990:442)

Prerequisite: Admission into the BCET program or permission. Study of business of contracting and subcontracting and legal problems therein such as breach, partial performance, payment, insolvency, subsurface. Review of standard contracts and construction industry rules of arbitration. (Formerly 2990:453)

Introduction to materials and equipment used in mechanical heating, ventilating, air conditioning, water and waste systems. (Formerly 2990:462)

Introduction to materials and equipment in electrical systems of buildings. Includes illumination, electrical sources, materials and distribution. Emphasis of fire safety. (Formerly 2990:463)

Prerequisite: COET 245. Quantity takeoffs and cost analysis to include methods, systems, and equipment relevant to heavy highway and civil infrastructure projects. (Formerly 2990:465)

Prerequisite: Junior or greater standing. Pre/Corequisite: MATH 356. Introduction to hydrology. Flow in closed conduits and open channels, distribution, systems, storage requirements and basic concepts of hydraulic structures. Basic concepts of seepage and working knowledge of pumps. (Formerly 2990:466)

Prerequisites: COET 352 and COET 358. Construction Management takes established construction practices, current technological advances, and latest management methods and makes them into an efficient, smooth working system. (Formerly 2990:468)

Prerequisite: Admission to BSCET program or permission. This course studies the principles and applications of construction specifications, contracts, processes for managing professional risk and increasing economic performance of the construction process. (Formerly 2990:469)

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (May be repeated for up to six credits.) Special lecture/laboratory courses offered once or only occasionally in areas where no formal courses exist. (Formerly 2990:489)

Prerequisites: Permission. Group studies of special topics in construction. May not be used to meet undergraduate major requirements in construction. May be used for elective credit only. (May be repeated for up to six credits) (Formerly 2990:490)

Prerequisite: Senior standing in Honors College and permission of supervising faculty in student's degree field and pursuit of major in CET. Individual Senior Honor's Project relevant to student's major field of study. Specific projects are approved and supervised by a designated member of the faculty in the student's degree field. (Formerly 2990:497)

Prerequisite: Permission. Directed study in a special field of interest chosen by student in consultation with instructor. (May be repeated for up to six credits) (Formerly 2990:498)