Introduction to architectural design, design sketches and working drawings for a light commercial building. Basic principles of soil mechanics and foundation design as they apply to design and construction. ATSM field tests will be done in the laboratory. Boundary control, property descriptions, deeds, subdivisions, emphasizing the legal aspects of land law and surveying. Structural steel design of beams, columns, girders and trusses to AISC standards.
Laboratory involves measuring static pressure, head losses, and flow rates.
Hydrologic cycle including precipitation, streamflow, groundwater runoff and the preparation of hydrographs and frequency analysis. Design of bridge slabs, beams, abutments, wingwalls, piers, and footings. Fundamental principles of water supply and sewage design. Manual and computer solutions. Introduction to the senior project course in which the students formulate their project proposals and make both written and oral presentations of the proposal.