Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering
The Citadel’s four-year Construction Engineering major is designed to prepare graduates to become highly skilled construction engineers who can ethically and effectively apply principles of science, mathematics, and engineering to solve complex, real-world construction challenges. For students exploring what is construction engineering, this program offers a comprehensive foundation in planning, designing, managing, and improving construction processes across a variety of industries.
What will I learn as a Construction Engineering Major?
Students pursuing construction engineering degrees at The Citadel will gain the ability to:
- Design systems, components, or processes within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, constructability, manufacturability, and sustainability.
- Apply modern techniques, skills, and analytical tools essential to contemporary construction engineering practice.
- Evaluate and understand the global, economic, environmental, and societal impacts of construction engineering solutions.
Why The Citadel?
Cadets enrolled in this Construction Engineering major at The Citadel will be prepared to:
- Apply engineering methods, analysis tools, and equipment essential for conducting and leading construction projects.
- Develop strong self-management skills and a commitment to lifelong learning to remain current in the evolving field of construction engineering.
- Pursue graduate education, professional registration, or advanced industry certifications as desired or required.
For information about the course requirements, please see our college catalog or Academic Degree Map.
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