civil, architectural, and environmental engineering

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering

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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.

Stephanie Luster-Teasley, Ph.D.

Chairman and Associate Professor

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Department

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

1601 E. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27411

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 336-285-3677

FAX: 336-334-7126

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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 multi-

disciplinary 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 problem-

solving 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.

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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”.

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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”.

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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 3rd 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.

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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.

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CAEE Faculty and Staff

Name Title Room # Email Phone #

FACULTY

Ahmed Megri Associate Professor 454 [email protected] 336-285-3671

Elham H. Fini Associate Professor 434 [email protected] 336-285-3676

Manoj K. Jha Associate Professor 456 [email protected] 336-285-3678

Miguel Picornell Professor 433 [email protected] 336-285-3682

Nabil Nassif Associate Professor 455 [email protected] 336-285-3680

Robert L. Powell Associate Professor 451 [email protected] 336-285-3683

Ronnie S. Bailey Associate Professor 458 [email protected] 336-285-3672

Sameer A. Hamoush Professor 438 [email protected] 336-285-3674

Stephanie Luster-Teasley Chair& Associate Professor 448 [email protected] 336-285-3677

Taher Abu-Lebdeh Associate Professor 437B [email protected] 336-285-3670

STAFF

Tamara Goode Financial Services Associate 445A [email protected] 336-285-3687

Yasmin Saums Student Services Associate 447 [email protected] 336-285-3685

Farrokh Mirzaeifard Computer System Support

[email protected] 336-285-2219

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Graduate Coordinator

Dr. Manoj K. Jha, P.E.

Email: [email protected]

Ph: 336-285-3678

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)

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Civil Engineering - Curriculum

Students Entering 2014 to Current FRESHMAN YEAR

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

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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

CAEE 232 Solid Mechanics** 3

PHYS 252 Gen Physics Lab 1

CAEE 240 Numerical Methods and Mat Lab 3

CAEE 230 Statics Lab 1

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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

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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

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Total Credits 128

** Minimum “C” required

***CIEN 460, CAEE 481

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Students Entering 2012 and 2013

FRESHMAN YEAR

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

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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

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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


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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

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*** CIEN 460, CAEE 482 Total Credits 128

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Students Entering 2006 through 2009

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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


GEEN 121 Colloquium Student Success 1

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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


CAEE 240 Numerical Methods & Mat Lab 3

CAEE 230 Statics Lab 1

JUNIOR YEAR 18

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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


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SENIOR YEAR 15

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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

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++ Minimum "C" required

Total Credits 128

*** CAEE 436, and CAEE 460

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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 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


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


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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

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***CAEE 450, CAEE 436, AREN 472

Total Credits 128

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Students Entering 2006 through 2009

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