BACHELORSchool of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Back to Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Program Faculty

Prof. Maria Virtanen

Professor of Environmental Science

Prof. Tiina Roux

Professor

Dr. Toivo Andersen

Head of Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

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).