Build the Future with a Civil Engineering Degree
Design. Construct. Shape the World.
Civil engineers are the architects of the modern world. From bridges and highways to skyscrapers and renewable energy systems, civil engineers create the infrastructure that keeps society running. If you're passionate about sustainable cities, improving transportation, and designing resilient structures, a degree in civil engineering is your path to a rewarding career that will shape the future.
At Alvernia, we offer a design-driven curriculum that ensures you develop hands-on skills from day one, giving you the tools to succeed in the fast-paced world of engineering:
- Flexible First Year Courses: All engineering students take the same core courses in their first year, allowing you to explore different fields before selecting your major in the second year.
- Hands-On Labs and Projects: Nearly every course includes lab sessions, ensuring you apply classroom theory to real-world challenges. Each year, you’ll work on exciting, hands-on design projects in collaboration with industry partners.
- Industry-Connected Capstone: Your senior-year project isn’t just for a grade. It’s a real-world engineering challenge, developed in partnership with leading industry professionals, giving you the opportunity to build your career before you even graduate.
Why Choose Alvernia?
- State-of-the-Art Labs for Real-World Experience
The John R. Post School of Engineering features cutting-edge labs designed to give you hands-on experience in essential areas of civil engineering:
- Materials Testing Lab: Explore the strength and properties of materials like concrete, steel, and composites.
- Fluids Lab: Study water flow, hydraulic systems, and fluid dynamics crucial for civil infrastructure.
- Upcoming Labs:
- Geotechnical & Soils Lab: Investigate soil behavior and foundation engineering.
- Concrete Testing Lab: Test the durability and strength of concrete for construction projects.
- Steel Structures Lab: Analyze and design steel frameworks for large-scale structures.
These labs provide career-ready skills in areas like structural integrity, water resource management, and material engineering.- Small Classes, Personalized Learning
At Alvernia, we believe in providing personalized attention to ensure your academic success:- Labs with Small Groups: Each lab has a maximum of 16 students, ensuring you receive the hands-on attention you deserve.
- Small Lecture Sizes: Starting with an average of 20 students in lectures, as you progress, class sizes shrink even further for more focused learning.
- Tutoring Support: Peer and professional tutoring are available for introductory courses, ensuring you succeed every step of the way.
- Engage in Student Clubs and Build Your Network
Get involved in engineering clubs to enhance your leadership skills, network with peers, and stay up-to-date on industry trends:- : Engage in professional development and collaborative learning, open to civil engineers as well.
- : Connect with mentors and peers while supporting women in leadership and engineering roles.
- In-Demand Careers with High Earning Potential
A degree in civil engineering opens the door to lucrative and impactful careers in industries that shape our world. Graduates go on to careers as:- Structural Engineer: Design safe, durable structures like buildings and bridges.
- Transportation Engineer: Improve roads, highways, and transit systems.
- Geotechnical Engineer: Analyze soil and rock to ensure safe construction foundations.
- Water Resources Engineer: Create systems for flood control, stormwater management, and clean water supply.
- Construction Manager: Oversee large-scale construction projects from planning to completion.
