Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree

Vision Statement

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Tennessee State University will be regionally known as a prominent academic leader in educating a diverse student population to become designers, researchers, managers and leaders for a sustainable world. The department will be a pioneer in innovation and an effective driving force for economic development through quality education and applied research coupled with service and professional partnerships within the community, the region and beyond.

Mission Statement

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Tennessee State University thrives to provide students with a supportive learning environment, hands-on experiential opportunities, and a culture of scholarship and research. The department enables students to develop careers to become successful technical and design managers and leaders. The department also prepares the students to become life-long learners, skillful communicators, and effective practitioners, and leaders in a global community.

The programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering degree are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Educational Objectives

Civil Engineering (BS-CE):
Civil engineers plan, design, construct, operate and maintain public infrastructures such as buildings, bridges, dams, airports, power facilities, treatment systems, water supply, and transportation systems. The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are:

  • Graduates will meet the expectations of employers of Civil Engineers.
  • Graduates will continue their professional development through graduate study if qualified or continuing education.

Enrollment and Degrees Awarded-Civil Engineering

 

Fall 2010

Fall 2011

Fall 2012

Fall 2013

Enrollment

92

96

85

88

Degrees Awarded

8

21

13

17

 

Architectural Engineering (BS-AE):
Architectural engineers plan, design, construct, and maintain buildings. They design and construct the structural systems, the heating and air conditioning systems, the lighting and electrical systems, and the plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings, along with construction management. Architectural engineers engage in building and community sustainability practices. They facilitate maintenance and renovations of existing buildings. Four specializations in the Architectural Engineering program are Structures, Mechanical (HVAC)/Electrical/Lighting, Construction and Facilities Management. The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are:

  • Graduates will meet the expectations of employers of Architectural Engineers.
  • Graduates will continue their professional development through graduate study if qualified or continuing education.

Enrollment and Degrees Awarded-Architectural Engineering

 

Fall 2010

Fall 2011

Fall 2012

Fall 2013

Enrollment

130

109

91

92

Degrees Awarded

6

4

5

2

 

Program Outcomes for the Department

The outcomes of the programs require that the graduate student demonstrate the following:

  • an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
  • an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  • an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
  • an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
  • an ability to identify, formulate, and solve civil and architectural engineering problems
  • an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
  • an ability to communicate effectively
  • the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
  • a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
  • a knowledge of contemporary issues
  • an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
 

CIVIL ENGINEERING

The Civil Engineering Program includes the planning, designing, construction, and maintenance of structures and altering geography to suit human needs. Some of the numerous subdivisions are transportation (eg, railroad facilities and highways); hydraulics (eg, river control, irrigation, swamp draining, water supply, and sewage disposal); and structures (eg, buildings, bridges, and tunnels). Details

The Civil Engineering Program offers the following degrees:

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.)

Undergraduate Curriculum            

Graduation Requirements    

Advisement and Transfer

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ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING

Architectural Engineering deals with all engineering aspects of building performance, integrated with the building's architectural requirements. Architectural engineering students study all engineering aspects of building performance systems including structural systems design, heating ventilation and air conditioning design, electrical and power design, and construction and project management. Details

The Architectural Engineering Program offers the following degree(s):

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering (B.S.)

Undergraduate Curriculum

Graduation Requirements

Advisement

Transfer

         

Master of Engineering (M.E.)
Concentration in Civil Engineering
     Areas of Specialization:
     A. Transportation Engineering
     B. Structural Engineering

Graduate Curriculum

Master of Engineering (M.E.)
Concentration in Environmental Engineering

Graduate Curriculum

 

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