The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

CIVE 1101 Introduction to Civil Engineering

Introduction to civil engineering as a career, the requirements for licensure as a professional engineer and the main fields of specialization within civil engineering. The engineering method and the importance of team work, proper research, collaboration and effective communication. Engineering ethics and professional practice. Understanding graphic representation in design and construction drawings. Overview of computer aided design (CAD), and geographic information systems (GIS).

Credits

1

Schedule Type

Lab

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Civil Engineering

Offered

As scheduled