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:

• Knowledge of physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering sciences to delineate and solve civil engineering problems using a systematic scientific approach.
• Ability to pursue graduate education in civil engineering and related fields.
• Ability to function as members of multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, and to communicate effectively using available modern tools.

Program Outcomes for the Program

The outcomes of the programs require that the student upon graduation demonstrate the following:

1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

2. an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data

3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams

5. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

7. an ability to communicate effectively

8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, lifelong learning

10. a knowledge of contemporary issues

11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

12. an ability to apply knowledge in environmental engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, and water resource management

13. an ability to explain basic concepts in management, business, public policy and leadership.

14. an ability to explain the importance of professional licensure

Enrollment and Degrees Awarded-Civil Engineering

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:

• Knowledge of physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering sciences to delineate and solve architectural engineering problems using a systematic scientific approach.
• Ability to pursue graduate education in architectural engineering and related fields.
• Ability to function as members of multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, and to communicate effectively using available modern tools.

Program Outcomes for the Program

The outcomes of the programs require that the student upon graduation demonstrate the following:

1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

2. an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data

3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams

5. an ability to identify, formulate, and sol ve engineering problems

6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

7. an abil ity to communicate effectively

8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a glob al and societal context

9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engag e in, lifelong learning

10. a knowl edge of contemporary issues

11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary f or engineering practice

12. an ability to explain basic concepts in management, business, public policy and leadership.

13. an ability to use computer based technology to apply applicable codes and standards into the design

14. an understanding of the fundamental attributes of building performance and sustainability

Enrollment and Degrees Awarded-Architectural Engineering

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:

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:

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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