Technicians are proficient at using transists, levels, density testing devices, and many other quality control test instruments. Computers are commonly used to process laboratory test data and prepare computer-aided drawings. The infrastructure problem of poor roads, aging sewer and water lines, congested airports, and failing bridges is very great. Many engineers and technicians are needed to supervise repair work that the public demands. It is the only accredited civil engineering technology program in Michigan.
Students have a choice of practical electives such as highway technology and structures.
MTU civil engineering technology graduates are employed by many state and local transportation departments as well as companies such as Detroit Edison, General Motors, Tenneco, Dow Corning, and Black and Veatch. Or, visit our office in the Electrical Energy Resources Center, Room 426.