Greetings from the Chairman Dr. Jameel Ahmad Civil engineering is a people-serving profession. Our work is for the public good. We design and build roads, buildings, bridges, airports, water supply systems, pollution control plants and other civil systems. All these works enhance the quality of life throughout the world. Our profession is not limited by geographic or national boundaries.
Civil engineering is the oldest of all engineering professions.
At Cooper Union, our civil engineering program has a long and glorious tradition. For over a century, our alumni have contributed to the changing landscape of New York City. Our current student body shares this great tradition with generations of our alumni. However, as with other enduring traditions, our program of study has evolved and developed across the years to respond to the changing needs of the profession and society. It will continue to do so in the future.