STUDENT HANDBOOK Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering
Welcome to the CAEE Department This handbook is intended to support you as an entering and continuing student in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering (CAEE) at North Carolina A&T State University. It has been prepared as a handy reference guide to the requirements, programs, policies, procedures and course curriculum offered in the department. We hope that you will find the information you need for both planning and understanding your engineering education. The CAEE Department is a uniquely interdisciplinary association of faculty and students with complementary interests and expertise. We are committed to quality teaching, research and advising. The department takes great pride in preparation of students to excel in their professional careers. The department encompasses two undergraduate programs: Civil Engineering Architectural Engineering The undergraduate degrees in Civil and Architectural Engineering have a common interest in structures and construction engineering. Dual degrees (Civil and Architecture) are possible and typically require additional two semesters of course work. The department also administers a combined graduate program that awards a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. The Masters Degree focuses on three major areas: Building Energy; Civil Infrastructures; and Environmental/Water Resources. We invite prospective students (high school and transfer students) and existing students (undergraduate and graduate) to visit the departmental website to discover more about the department academic and research areas. We hope you find this handbook a useful resource as you progress through your years at A&T. We wish you much success and welcome your suggestions for improvement of the handbook. Sameer A. Hamoush, Ph.D., P.E. Chairman and Professor Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Department North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University 1601 E. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27411 Email: sameer@ncat.edu Telephone: 336-285-3677 FAX: 336-334-7126 Page 2 of 18
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) Civil Engineering Civil engineers plan, design, construct, operate and maintain public infrastructures such as buildings, dams, bridges, harbors, power facilities, pollution control, facilities, water supply, and transportation systems. The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are: Objective 1: Our graduates will be gainfully employed as civil engineers, with designations of, at least, Engineer Interns, and will demonstrate the ability to work productively in the main areas of civil engineering. Objective 2a: Our graduates will demonstrate expertise in a primary area of civil engineering and the ability to function effectively on intra-disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams, or be in the process of completing post-baccalaureate studies or expanding their proficiency in civil engineering. Objective 2b: Our graduates will continue to learn and adapt to changing technologies, procedures and concepts in civil engineering. Objective 3: Our graduates will demonstrate that they possess the skills and knowledge necessary to function effectively in roles of leadership and service in the communities where they will live and work, and that they are contributing to the welfare, quality of life, protection, and advancement of the community. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) Architectural Engineering Architectural engineers design, construct, and maintain buildings. They design the structural systems, the heating and air conditioning systems, the lighting and electrical systems, and the plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings. They facilitate maintenance and renovations of existing buildings. The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are: Objective 1: They will be assigned progressively increasing technical responsibility by their supervisor. Objective 2: They will be recognized for their interdisciplinary perspective to problemsolving and for their teamwork and leadership skill. Objective 3: They will be active in a professional society and be involved in continuing education, making progress towards professional registration. Objective 4: They will contribute to society, and to the diversity of their company and their profession by actively mentoring new engineering graduates. Page 3 of 18
Student Outcomes The Outcomes of the Civil Engineering Program follow the same outcomes specified by ABET. Each program for accreditation has to show that the graduates of the program satisfy or accomplish these eleven outcomes to some unspecified level. These eleven outcomes are listed below: a. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering b. Ability to design and conduct experiments, and to analyze and interpret data c. Ability to design a system, component and process to meet desired needs d. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams e. Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility g. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing h. Understanding of engineering solutions in a global and societal context i. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning j. Knowledge of contemporary issues k. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice These outcomes are published in the website of the University, and systematically are included in the syllabi distributed to each class at the beginning of the semester. The links in the University s website are the following: http://www.ncat.edu Academics > College of Engineering > Civil Architectural and Environmental Engineering > Academics CAEE Student Handbook (link to pdf on right side) Prerequisite Courses A prerequisite course is one that must be completed before a later course can be taken. For example, a student must pass Calculus I before they can take Calculus II. If the student violates this rule, they will be required to drop the second course or receive an automatic grade of F. Page 4 of 18
Dropping Courses or Receiving Incompletes I The decision to drop a course is a serious one and should be discussed with the faculty advisor. Students who decide to drop a course must do so before the University deadline. Retroactive drops will not be approved. Students with severe health or personal problems near the end of the semester may request a grade of I from their instructor. The missed work must be made up as soon as possible. Withdrawal from a Course A student may withdraw from any course or courses by submitting a Change of Schedule form to the Office of the Registrar on or before the last day to withdraw from an individual course, as published in the Academic Calendar. Students who withdraw from a course or courses on or before the last day to withdraw from an individual course are assigned a grade of W. Failure to attend class does not constitute a withdrawal from that course or courses. For withdrawals taken subsequent to the effective date of this policy, students are limited to a maximum of two (2) withdrawals per course, up to a maximum of five (5) courses during the student s academic career. Upon a third (3) attempt in a single course, the student is not permitted to withdraw from the course and must receive a grade for the course. A student who does not officially withdraw from a course or courses will be assigned final grade in each course in which he or she was enrolled during the semester in question. Withdrawing from a course or courses may affect a student s financial aid status, will count toward the tuition surcharge threshold, and may affect the student s progress toward degree completion. Students considering withdrawing from a course or courses should consult their faculty advisor or academic unit advisor and the Office of Student Financial Aid. Minimum C Grade Freshmen are required to score a C or higher in all Freshmen classes or repeat those classes. All math and engineering science courses also require a minimum grade of C. Page 5 of 18
Attendance Policy All students are expected to attend class regularly, and unannounced quizzes are common. Any quiz, homework, exam, or lab assignment missed with an unexcused absence will count as 0. If the total unexcused absence exceeds three, the student s final grade will be reduced by one letter grade. The final grade will be further reduced by one additional letter grade for each additional three unexcused absences. Getting Academic Help The goal of the CAAE Engineering department is for every student to pass all courses with at least a C. We are committed to helping students achieve this goal. The best way to avoid academic difficulty is to seek help early. The following suggestions and requirements are for your benefit. 1. Form A Study Group- We have tried to enroll CAAE students in the same class sections so as to enable the creation of study groups. The purpose of these groups is not to copy each other s homework, but to help each other understand difficult concepts and/or assignments. 2. Supplemental Instruction- Many courses have a supplemental instructor, who is a student teaching assistant who attends class and who conducts regular help sessions for students taking the course. 3. Ask Your Professor Questions- Most professors encourage students to ask questions during class. Professors are also usually available after class. Professors also have posted office hours when you may drop by to discuss problems. 4. The A&T Center Student Success- Located on the 3 rd floor of Hodgin Hall, this Center offers walk-in tutoring in many undergraduate courses. Mandatory Assistance Students who score a D and F on a mid-term grade in any course are expected to meet with their advisor to develop an Action Plan to improve their academic performance. Parents will be contacted if their son/daughter does not follow the Action Plan. Page 6 of 18
Academic Advisors (for 2012-13) Civil Engineering Freshman: Prof. Ronnie S. Bailey Prof. Robert L. Powell Sophomore: Dr. Elham H. Fini Junior: Dr. Manoj K. Jha Senior: Dr. Taher Abu-Lebdeh Architectural Engineering Freshman: Prof. Ronnie S. Bailey Prof. Robert L. Powell Sophomore: Dr. Ahmed Megri Junior: Dr. Nabil Nassif Senior: Dr. Wonchang Choi Honors Students: Dr. Stephanie Luster-Teasley Note: Contact details of advisors are provided in page 8 of this handbook Student Advising Each CAEE student is assigned a faculty advisor. Students are required to meet their advisor (by appointment or during allocated time) at the beginning of each semester to discuss plan of study and obtain a PIN, required for course registration. The role of the faculty advisor is to guide students toward graduation and a rewarding career. Freshmen Advisors can help students become acclimated to college life and assist them with the various administrative procedures here at A&T. Advisor will assist students during the registration process. When the student is progressing satisfactorily from semester to semester the role of the advisor is primarily to discuss electives. However, an advisor becomes critical when a student gets an F or D and must repeat a class. When this occurs, the student s schedule must be customized to take into account pre-requisite courses and to minimize the extra time required for the student to complete the degree. A student s graduation date may be delayed by a year, or more, if courses are taken in an inappropriate sequence. Page 7 of 18
CAEE Faculty and Staff FACULTY Name Title Room # Email Phone # Ahmed Megri Associate Professor 454 acmegri@ncat.edu 336-285-3671 Elham H. Fini Associate Professor 434 efini@ncat.edu 336-285-3676 Manoj K. Jha Assistant Professor 456 mkjha@ncat.edu 336-285-3678 Miguel Picornell Professor 433 mpicorne@ncat.edu 336-285-3682 Nabil Nassif Assistant Professor 455 nnassif@ncat.edu 336-285-3680 Robert L. Powell Associate Professor 451 rpowell@ncat.edu 336-285-3683 Ronnie S. Bailey Associate Professor 458 phase@ncat.edu 336-285-3672 Sameer A. Hamoush Professor and Chair 448 sameer@ncat.edu 336-285-3677 Shoou-Yuh Chang Professor and DOE Samuel Massie Chair 438 chang@ncat.edu 336-285-3674 Stephanie Luster-Teasley Associate Professor 435 luster@ncat.edu 336-285-3679 Taher Abu-Lebdeh Associate Professor 437B taher@ncat.edu 336-285-3670 STAFF Maurtisha Thomas Financial Services Associate 445A mthomas2@ncat.edu 336-285-3687 Yasmin Saums Student Services Associate 447 ysaums@ncat.edu 336-285-3685 Farrokh Mirzaeifard Computer System Support farrokh@ncat.edu 336-285-2219 Page 8 of 18
Graduate Coordinator Dr. Shoou-Yuh Chang Email: chang@ncat.edu Ph: 336-285-3674 M.S. Program in Civil Engineering Area of specialization: Structural Engineering Construction Engineering Transportation Engineering Environmental Engineering Water Resources Engineering Minimum GPA to graduate : 3.0 Total credits required : 30 (24 course credits and 6 research credits) Maximum credit transfer : 6.0 Ph.D. Program Ph.D. degree is offered through interdisciplinary program: Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) Energy and Environmental Systems (EES) Page 9 of 18
Students Entering 2014 to Current FRESHMAN YEAR Civil Engineering - Curriculum GEEN 100 Fundamentals Engineering 2 ENGL 101 English Composition II 3 Math 131 Calculus I** 4 Math 132 Calculus II** 4 CHEM 106 Chem VI ** 3 Social Science Elective 3 CHEM 116 Chem VI Lab 1 PHYS 241 Physics I** 3 GEEN 111 College of Engineering Colloquium I 1 PHYS 251 Physics I Lab 1 ENGL 100 English Composition I 3 CAEE 121 CAEE Colloquium 1 CAEE 101 Graphics in CAEE 2 16 15 SOPHOMORE YEAR Math 231 Calculus III** 4 Math 431 Differential Equations** 3 CAEE 231 Mechanics I - Statics** 3 MEEN 241 Thermodynamics** 3 PHYS 242 Gen Physics II** 3 Humanities Elective 3 African American Studies 3 CIEN 281 Land CAD 1 CIEN 212 Introduction to Environmental Eng. 2 PHYS 252 Gen Physics Lab 1 CAEE 232 Solid Mechanics** 3 CAEE 240 Numerical Methods and Mat Lab 3 CAEE 230 Statics Lab 1 17 16 JUNIOR YEAR CAEE 362 Engin Fluids and Hydraulics 3 CIEN 320 Geotechnical I 3 CAEE 325 Structural Analysis 3 CAEE 304 Engineering Statistics 3 CAEE 204 Fundamental of Survey 3 CAEE 364 Eng. Hydrology 3 CAEE 335 Construction Material Lab 1 CAEE 430 Structural Design in Steel 3 CIEN 350 Transportation Engineering 3 CIEN 310 Environmental Engineering 3 CAEE 363 Eng Fluid Mech & Hydraul Lab 1 CIEN 311 Env. Eng. Lab 1 CAEE 330 Const. Materials & Methods 3 CIEN 321 Geotech. Eng. Lab 1 CAEE 401 FE Topics Review 0 17 17 SENIOR YEAR CIEN 483 CE System Design 1 CIEN 484- CE Sys Design II (Capstone) 2 CAEE 436 Reinforced Concrete Design 3 CAEE 334 Eng Mech II Dynamics** 2 CAEE 450 Project Management 3 Science Elective 3 CIEN 410 Environmental Engineering Design 3 CIEN 450 Transportation Eng. Design 3 Global Studies Elective 3 CIEN Design Elective*** 3 CIEN 420 Geotechnical Engineering II 3 CIEN 401 FE review 1 16 14 Total Credits 128 ** Minimum C required ***CIEN 460, CAEE 481 Page 10 of 18
Students Entering 2012 and 2013 FRESHMAN YEAR Civil Engineering - Curriculum GEEN 100 Fundamentals Engineering 2 GEEN 161 Computer Applications** 2 Math 131 Calculus I** 4 ENGL 101 English Composition II 3 CHEM 106 Chem IV ** 3 Math 132 Calculus II** 4 CHEM 116 Chem Lab 1 Social Science Electives 3 GEEN 111 College of Eng. Colloquium I 1 PHYS 241 Physics I** 3 ENGL 100 English Composition I 3 PHYS 251 Physics I Lab 1 CAEE 101 Graphics in CAEE 2 CAEE 121 CAEE Colloquium 1 16 17 SOPHOMORE YEAR Math 231 Calculus III** 4 Math 431 Differential Equations** 3 CAEE 231 Mechanics I - Statics** 3 MEEN 241 Thermodynamics** 3 PHYS 242 Gen Physics II** 3 Humanity Electives 3 African American Studies 3 CIEN 281 Land CAD 1 CIEN 212 Introductions to Environ. Eng. 2 CAEE 232 Solid Mechanics** 3 PHYS 252 Gen Physics Lab 1 CAEE 240 Numerical Methods 2 16 15 JUNIOR YEAR CAEE 362 Eng. Fluids and Hydraulics 3 CIEN 320 Geotechnical I 3 CAEE 325 Structural Analysis 3 CAEE 304 Engineering Statistics 3 CAEE 204 Fundamental of Survey 3 CAEE 364 Eng. Hydrology 3 CAEE 335 Construction Material Lab 1 CAEE 430 Structural Design in Steel 3 CIEN 350 Transportation Engineering 3 CIEN 310 Environmental Engineering 3 CAEE 363 Eng Fluid Mech & Hydraul Lab 1 CIEN 311 Env. Eng. Lab 1 CAEE 330 Const. Materials & Methods 3 CIEN 321 Geotech. Eng. Lab 1 CAEE 401 FE Topics Review 0 17 17 SENIOR YEAR CIEN 498 CE System Design 1 CIEN 499-CE Sys Design II (Capstone) 2 CAEE 436 Reinforced Concrete Design 3 CAEE 334 Eng Mech II Dynamics** 2 CAEE 481 Construction Engineering 3 Science Electives 3 CIEN 410 Environ. Engineering Design 3 CIEN 450 Transportation Eng. Design 3 Humanity Electives 3 CIEN 420 Geotechnical Engineering II 3 CIEN Design Elective*** 3 CIEN 401 FE review 1 16 14 *** CIEN 460, CAEE 482 Total Credits 128 Page 11 of 18
Students Entering 2010 and 2011 Civil Engineering - Curriculum Page 12 of 18
Civil Engineering - Curriculum Students Entering 2006 through 2009 Page 13 of 18
Architecture Engineering - Curriculum Students Entering 2014 to Current FRESHMAN YEAR GEEN 100 Fundamentals Engineering 2 Math 131 Calculus I ++ 4 English Composition II 3 CHEM 106 Chem VI ++ 3 Math 132 Calculus II ++ 4 CHEM 116 Chem Lab 1 Social Science Elective 3 GEEN 111 Colloquium Student Success 1 PHYS 241 Physics I ++ 3 English Composition I 3 PHYS 251 Physics I Lab 1 CAEE 101 Graphics in CAEE 2 GEEN 121 Colloquium Student Success 1 16 15 SOPHOMORE YEAR Math 231 Calculus III ++ 4 Math 431 Differential Equations ++ 3 CAEE 231 Mechanics I - Statics ++ 3 MEEN 241 Thermodynamics ++ 3 PHYS 242 Gen Physics II ++ 3 AREN 215 BIM & Intro to Bldg Systems 2 African American Elective 3 ECEN 240 Electrical Circuits 3 AREN 112 Architectural History 3 CAEE 232 Solid Mechanics ++ 3 PHYS 252 Gen Physics Lab 1 CAEE 240 Numerical Methods & Mat Lab 3 CAEE 230 Statics Lab 1 JUNIOR YEAR 18 17 CAEE 362 Engin Fluids and Hydraulics 3 AREN 387 Integrated Building Design 3 CAEE 363 Eng Fluid Mech & Hydraul Lab 1 AREN 315 Advanced BIM 1 AREN 382 Architectural Design 3 CAEE 304 Engineering Statistics 3 CAEE 330 Const. Materials & Methods 3 CAEE 325 Structural Analysis 3 CAEE 335 Construction Material Lab 1 AREN 364 HVAC Principles and Systems 2 AREN 348 Fundamentals of Illumination/Power 3 AREN 363 HVAC Principles and Sys./Lab 1 AREN 344 Lighting and Power Lab 1 AREN 342 Heat Transfer and Applied Therm. 3 CAEE 401 FE Topics Review 0 0 SENIOR YEAR 15 16 AREN 480 Senior Project I 2 AREN 481 Senior Project II 1 CAEE 430 Structural Design in Steel 3 CAEE 334 Eng Mech II Dynamics ++ 2 CAEE 450 Construction Project Management 3 AREN 467 Electrical Syst &Smart Bldgs 2 AREN 462 HVAC & Hydronic System Design 3 CAEE 482 Construction Engineering II 3 Global Studies Elective 3 AREN Engineering Design Elective *** 3 Humanities Elective 3 Science Elective 3 17 14 ++ Minimum "C" required Total Credits 128 *** CAEE 436, and CAEE 460 Page 14 of 18
Architecture Engineering - Curriculum Students Entering 2012 and 2013 FRESHMAN YEAR GEEN 100 Fundamentals Engineering 2 GEEN 161 Computer Applications** 2 Math 131 Calculus 4 ENGL 101 English Composition II 3 CHEM 106 Chem IV** 3 Math 132 Calculus II** 4 CHEM 116 Chem Lab 1 Humanity Electives 3 GEEN 111 College of Eng. Colloquium I 1 CAEE 481 Construction Engineering 3 ENGL 100 English Composition I 3 PHYS 251 Physics I Lab 1 CAEE 101 Graphics in CAEE 2 CAEE 121 CAEE Colloquium II 1 16 17 SOPHOMORE YEAR Math 231 Calculus III** 4 Math 431 Differential Equations** 3 CAEE 231 Mechanics I - Statics** 3 MEEN 241 Thermodynamics** 3 PHYS 242 Gen Physics II** 3 AREN 112 Architectural History 3 PHYS 252 Gen Physics Lab 1 ECEN 340 Electrical Circuits** 3 African American Studies 3 CAEE 232 Solid Mechanics** 3 AREN 215 BIM and Advanced CAD 2 CAEE 240 Numerical Methods 2 16 17 JUNIOR YEAR CAEE 362 Engin Fluids and Hydraulics** 3 AREN 383 Architectural Design II 3 AREN 382 Architectural Design I 3 CAEE 304 Engineering Statistics 3 AREN 343 Heat Transfer & Appd. Therm. 3 CAEE 325 Structural Analysis 3 AREN 348 Fund. of Illumination/Power 3 CAEE 430 Structural Design in Steel 3 AREN 344 Lighting and Power Lab 1 AREN 364 HVAC Principles and Systems 2 CAEE 330 Const. Materials & Methods 3 AREN 363 HVAC Principles and Sys./Lab 1 CAEE 335 Construction Material Lab 1 CAEE 401 FE Topics Review 0 17 15 SENIOR YEAR AREN 485 Senior Project I (Capstone) 3 AREN 486 Senior Project II (Capstone) 3 Humanity Electives 3 AREN Engineering Design Electives +++ 3 CAEE 481 Construction Engineering 3 CAEE 334 Eng Mech II Dynamics** 2 AREN 498 HVAC Design and Plumbing 3 Science Elective 3 Global Studies Elective 3 CAEE 482 Construction Engineering II 3 CAEE 363 Eng Fluid Mech & Hydraulics Lab 1 16 14 ***CAEE 450, CAEE 436, AREN 472 Total Credits 128 Page 15 of 18
Architecture Engineering - Curriculum Students Entering 2010 and 2011 Page 16 of 18
Architecture Engineering - Curriculum Students Entering 2006 through 2009 Page 17 of 18
Civil & Architecture Engineering Page 18 of 18