UW-Platteville's civil engineering graduates have been well received by employers, and our placement record is excellent. Advancement after initial employment also has been outstanding. Our program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, so graduates can become registered as professional engineers a requirement for civil engineering practice. These organizations provide opportunities for further professional development plus a chance for students to work together on technical projects and social activities. All of the civil engineering faculty have Ph.D. degrees, and a majority are also registered as professional engineers.
Modern labs are well equipped in all areas of study.
This specialty, the cornerstone of civil engineering, involves both the planning and design of all types of structures, from dams to power plants, to special off-shore projects. Structural engineers generally work with a multi-disciplinary team that includes architects, mechanical and electrical engineers, and nontechnical professionals, such as bankers, lawyers and public officials. Transportation Engineering Working closely with urban planners, these engineers design and maintain highways, streets, mass-transit systems and railroads, as well as airfields, ports and harbors. Recent developments in pipeline transportation of oil, gas and even coal have created a sub-specialty in this area that also demands expertise in geotechnical, hydraulic and structural engineering. Environmental Engineering Environmental engineers help protect the environment from the potentially deleterious effects of disposal of wastes into the air, water or ground.