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Civil Engineering Introduction
With a Civil Engineering (B.S.) degree, you will learn the core principles in understanding modern infrastructure. You will learn how to work in teams to apply science and math principles to solve engineering problems. Key principles and learning outcomes include:
- Structural Engineering: Design buildings and bridges to withstand natural disasters like high wind and earthquakes.
- Geotechnical Engineering: Analyze soil mechanics to design secure foundations to prevent collapse or tipping. This also includes the design of earth dams, slopes, and retaining walls.
- Transportation Engineering: Plan, design, and manage systems for safe and efficient movement, including asphalt and concrete pavements, highways, streets, and mass transit systems.
- Water Resource Engineering: Develop, manage, and maintain water systems, which includes clean water distribution networks and infrastructure for flood control.
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BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates enter the workforce with a competitive starting salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, typically working under the mentorship of licensed professional engineers. As you gain experience and earn your professional licensure, you will quickly transition into managing high-impact projects with significant salary growth potential.
Common Career Paths
You can pursue diverse opportunities in both the public and private sectors, with the flexibility to work in vibrant metropolitan hubs or vital rural communities. Whether you prefer technical office design or hands-on field operations, this program prepares you for a versatile career building and maintaining essential infrastructure.
Preparation for Grad School
While a Bachelor’s degree provides a direct path to a successful career, our program also serves as a rigorous foundation for specialized graduate studies in Structural, Geotechnical, or Water Resources Engineering. Pursuing an advanced degree can open doors to specialized research, senior leadership roles, and expert-level consultancy.
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