Kestora University
BACHELORSchool of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Engineering Mathematics & Basic Sciences

  • Engineering Mathematics I, II, III: Calculus and advanced analysis.
  • Linear Algebra: Matrices and systems of equations.
  • Differential Equations: Tools for dynamic systems.
  • Probability & Engineering Statistics: Reliability and data analysis.
  • Applied Physics: Mechanics and fluids foundations.
  • Engineering Chemistry: Materials chemistry.

Core Civil Engineering Courses

  • Engineering Drawing: Technical graphics and CAD.
  • Introduction to Civil Engineering: Overview of the profession.
  • Strength of Materials: Mechanics of solid bodies.
  • Structural Analysis I & II: Forces in structures.
  • Reinforced Concrete Design: Concrete structural elements.
  • Steel Structures Design: Steel framing and connections.
  • Foundation Engineering: Footings and piles.
  • Engineering Geology: Soil and rock properties.
  • Surveying I & II: Land measurement and mapping.

Geotechnical Engineering

  • Soil Mechanics: Soil behavior and classification.
  • Rock Mechanics: properties of rock masses.
  • Geotechnical Engineering: Application to slopes and dams.
  • Earth Retaining Structures: Walls and bracing systems.

Transportation Engineering

  • Transportation Engineering: Systems and planning.
  • Highway Engineering: Road design and construction.
  • Traffic Engineering: Flow theory and control.
  • Pavement Design: Flexible and rigid pavements.

Water Resources & Environmental Engineering

  • Fluid Mechanics: statics and dynamics of fluids.
  • Hydraulics: Open channel flow and pipelines.
  • Hydrology: Rainfall and runoff.
  • Irrigation & Drainage Engineering: Agricultural water management.
  • Water Supply Engineering: Treatment and distribution.
  • Wastewater Engineering: Collection and treatment.
  • Environmental Engineering: Pollution control and sustainability.

Construction & Management

  • Construction Technology: Methods and equipment.
  • Construction Planning & Scheduling: CPM and PERT.
  • Engineering Economics: Financial analysis of projects.
  • Project Management: Planning, execution, and control.
  • Quantity Surveying (Intro): Estimation and contracts.

Computing & Design Tools

  • Computer Programming for Engineers: Matlab/Python basics.
  • Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD): Digital drafting.
  • Civil Engineering Software: STAAD, ETABS (Intro).

Laboratories & Field Work

  • Materials Testing Laboratory: Concrete and steel testing.
  • Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory: Soil properties.
  • Concrete Technology Laboratory: Mix design and testing.
  • Surveying Field Practice: Hands-on surveying camps.

Professional Practice

  • Engineering Ethics & Law: Legal and moral responsibilities.
  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Construction safety.
  • Industrial Training / Internship: Work experience.

Capstone

  • Final Year Project: Independent research or design project.
  • Design Project: Comprehensive design (Structural / Transportation / Water).

Program Faculty

Prof. Sebastian Dupont

Associate Professor

Prof. Maria Virtanen

Professor of Environmental Science

Prof. Tiina Roux

Professor

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