Engineering: Civil - Major #3011 - Certificate of Achievement

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.
It is also important to discuss your transfer options with a counselor because each university will require specific courses.

This certificate of achievement is designed as basic coursework necessary for pursuing a career in the field of civil engineering.

1. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.

2. An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.

3. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.

4. An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.

5. An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.

Program Map

Term 1

10-12 units
ENGR 10
Introduction to Engineering
This course explores the branches of engineering, the functions of an engineer, and the industries in which engineers work. Explains the engineering education pathways and explores effective strategies for students to reach their full academic potential. Presents an introduction to the methods and tools of engineering problem solving and design including experimentation, data analysis, computer and communication skills, and the interface of the engineer with society and engineering ethics. (A, CSU, UC)

Course Details:

  1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
    1. CSU Transfer
      MATH C2210
      Calculus I: Early Transcendentals
      (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

      Course Details:

      1. Prerequisite:
        1. CSU Transfer

          Math placement may vary depending on multiple measures (high school math, previous math course taken at another institution, etc.)

          Major Core

          Select one of the following: 

          Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

          Course Details:

          1. Prerequisite: MATH 3A
            2. AND
          2. Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
            1. CSU Transfer
              Principles and practice of plane surveying: office computations and design; operation of surveying field equipment; and production of engineering plans/maps. Topics include distances, angles, and directions; differential leveling; traversing; property/boundary surveys; topographic surveys/mapping; volume/earthwork; horizontal and vertical curves; land description techniques; and GPS. Extensive field work using tapes, levels, total stations, and GPS/GNSS equipment. (A, CSU, UC)

              Course Details:

              1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
              2. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                1. CSU Transfer
                  Principles of engineering drawings in visually communicating engineering designs and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD). Topics include the development of visualization and sketching skills, orthographic projections, mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices, 2D and 3D CAD skills and the engineering design process. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course. (A, CSU, UC)

                  Course Details:

                  1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                    1. CSU Transfer
                      Properties of engineering materials and their relation to atomic structure. The effect of microstructure on the mechanical, electrical, magnetic and thermal properties. Phase equilibria and strengthening processes for metals, ceramics, and polymers. (A, CSU, UC)

                      Course Details:

                      1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
                        2. AND
                      2. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                        1. CSU Transfer
                          Rigid bodies in static equilibrium when acted upon by forces and couples in two- and three-dimensional space. Included are the equilibrium of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, and machines, as well as the calculations of the centers of mass, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia. Additional topics which may be covered include distributed forces in cables, beams, and fluid statics; mass moments of inertia; and virtual work. (A, CSU, UC)

                          Course Details:

                          1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                          2. Corequisite: MATH 6
                            1. CSU Transfer
                              This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                              Course Details:

                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                    This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC)

                                    Course Details:

                                    1. Anti Requisite: MATH 17
                                    2. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                      3. OR
                                    3. Prerequisite:
                                      1. CSU Transfer
                                        OR
                                        This is an introductory course in ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics for this course include first-order ordinary differential equations, including separable, linear, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli and exact with applications and numerical methods. Students will also study solutions to higher order differential equations using undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, power series, with applications; solutions to linear and non-linear systems of differential equations, including numerical solutions; matrix algebra, solutions of linear systems of equations, and determinants; vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, subspace and inner product space, including the Gram-Schmidt procedure; as well as linear transformations, kernel and range, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and symmetric matrices. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                        Course Details:

                                        1. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                            Oscillations, waves, thermodynamics, optics, relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                            Course Details:

                                            1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                            2. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                            3. Advisory: MATH 6
                                              1. CSU Transfer

                                                Term 2

                                                12-14 units
                                                MATH C2220
                                                Calculus II: Early Transcendentals
                                                (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                Course Details:

                                                1. :
                                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                                    PHYS 4A
                                                    Physics for Scientists and Engineers
                                                    Classical mechanics: kinematics, Newton's Laws, energy, momentum, gravitation, and fluids. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                    Course Details:

                                                    1. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                                      1. CSU Transfer
                                                        Major Core

                                                        Select one of the following: 

                                                        Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                        Course Details:

                                                        1. Prerequisite: MATH 3A
                                                          2. AND
                                                        2. Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
                                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                                            Principles and practice of plane surveying: office computations and design; operation of surveying field equipment; and production of engineering plans/maps. Topics include distances, angles, and directions; differential leveling; traversing; property/boundary surveys; topographic surveys/mapping; volume/earthwork; horizontal and vertical curves; land description techniques; and GPS. Extensive field work using tapes, levels, total stations, and GPS/GNSS equipment. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                            Course Details:

                                                            1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                            2. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                              1. CSU Transfer
                                                                Principles of engineering drawings in visually communicating engineering designs and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD). Topics include the development of visualization and sketching skills, orthographic projections, mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices, 2D and 3D CAD skills and the engineering design process. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                Course Details:

                                                                1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                                                    Properties of engineering materials and their relation to atomic structure. The effect of microstructure on the mechanical, electrical, magnetic and thermal properties. Phase equilibria and strengthening processes for metals, ceramics, and polymers. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                    Course Details:

                                                                    1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
                                                                      2. AND
                                                                    2. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                      1. CSU Transfer
                                                                        Rigid bodies in static equilibrium when acted upon by forces and couples in two- and three-dimensional space. Included are the equilibrium of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, and machines, as well as the calculations of the centers of mass, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia. Additional topics which may be covered include distributed forces in cables, beams, and fluid statics; mass moments of inertia; and virtual work. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                        Course Details:

                                                                        1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                        2. Corequisite: MATH 6
                                                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                                                            This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                            Course Details:

                                                                                1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                  This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                  Course Details:

                                                                                  1. Anti Requisite: MATH 17
                                                                                  2. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                    3. OR
                                                                                  3. Prerequisite:
                                                                                    1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                      OR
                                                                                      This is an introductory course in ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics for this course include first-order ordinary differential equations, including separable, linear, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli and exact with applications and numerical methods. Students will also study solutions to higher order differential equations using undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, power series, with applications; solutions to linear and non-linear systems of differential equations, including numerical solutions; matrix algebra, solutions of linear systems of equations, and determinants; vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, subspace and inner product space, including the Gram-Schmidt procedure; as well as linear transformations, kernel and range, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and symmetric matrices. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                      Course Details:

                                                                                      1. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                        1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                          Oscillations, waves, thermodynamics, optics, relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                          Course Details:

                                                                                          1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                          2. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                                                                          3. Advisory: MATH 6
                                                                                            1. CSU Transfer

                                                                                              Term 3

                                                                                              12-14 units
                                                                                              MATH 6
                                                                                              Mathematical Analysis III
                                                                                              This course includes solid analytical geometry; partial differentiation; integral calculus of multivariable functions; two and three dimensional vectors; vector valued functions; topics in vector calculus including Green’s, Divergence, and Stokes’ Theorems. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                              Course Details:

                                                                                              1. Prerequisite: MATH C2220
                                                                                                2. OR
                                                                                              2. Prerequisite:
                                                                                                1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                  PHYS 4B
                                                                                                  Physics for Scientists and Engineers
                                                                                                  Electricity and magnetism: electrostatics, electric potential, DC circuits, magnetic fields, induction, and AC circuits. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                  Course Details:

                                                                                                  1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                  2. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                                                                                  3. Advisory: MATH 6
                                                                                                    1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                      Major Core

                                                                                                      Select one of the following:

                                                                                                      Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                      Course Details:

                                                                                                      1. Prerequisite: MATH 3A
                                                                                                        2. AND
                                                                                                      2. Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
                                                                                                        1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                          Principles and practice of plane surveying: office computations and design; operation of surveying field equipment; and production of engineering plans/maps. Topics include distances, angles, and directions; differential leveling; traversing; property/boundary surveys; topographic surveys/mapping; volume/earthwork; horizontal and vertical curves; land description techniques; and GPS. Extensive field work using tapes, levels, total stations, and GPS/GNSS equipment. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                          Course Details:

                                                                                                          1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                                                                          2. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                                                            1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                              Principles of engineering drawings in visually communicating engineering designs and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD). Topics include the development of visualization and sketching skills, orthographic projections, mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices, 2D and 3D CAD skills and the engineering design process. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                              Course Details:

                                                                                                              1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                                                                                1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                  Properties of engineering materials and their relation to atomic structure. The effect of microstructure on the mechanical, electrical, magnetic and thermal properties. Phase equilibria and strengthening processes for metals, ceramics, and polymers. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                  Course Details:

                                                                                                                  1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
                                                                                                                    2. AND
                                                                                                                  2. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                    1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                      Rigid bodies in static equilibrium when acted upon by forces and couples in two- and three-dimensional space. Included are the equilibrium of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, and machines, as well as the calculations of the centers of mass, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia. Additional topics which may be covered include distributed forces in cables, beams, and fluid statics; mass moments of inertia; and virtual work. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                      Course Details:

                                                                                                                      1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                      2. Corequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                        1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                          This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                          Course Details:

                                                                                                                              1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                Course Details:

                                                                                                                                1. Anti Requisite: MATH 17
                                                                                                                                2. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                  3. OR
                                                                                                                                3. Prerequisite:
                                                                                                                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                    OR
                                                                                                                                    This is an introductory course in ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics for this course include first-order ordinary differential equations, including separable, linear, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli and exact with applications and numerical methods. Students will also study solutions to higher order differential equations using undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, power series, with applications; solutions to linear and non-linear systems of differential equations, including numerical solutions; matrix algebra, solutions of linear systems of equations, and determinants; vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, subspace and inner product space, including the Gram-Schmidt procedure; as well as linear transformations, kernel and range, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and symmetric matrices. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                    Course Details:

                                                                                                                                    1. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                      1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                        Oscillations, waves, thermodynamics, optics, relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                        Course Details:

                                                                                                                                        1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                                        2. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                                                                                                                        3. Advisory: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                          1. CSU Transfer

                                                                                                                                            Term 4

                                                                                                                                            34-35 units
                                                                                                                                            ENGR 5
                                                                                                                                            Programming and Problem Solving in MATLAB
                                                                                                                                            Utilizes the MATLAB environment to provide students with a working knowledge of computer-based problem solving methods relevant to science and engineering. Introduces the fundamentals of procedural and object-oriented programming, numerical analysis, and data structures. Examples and assignments in the course are drawn from practical applications in engineering, physics, and mathematics. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                            Course Details:

                                                                                                                                            1. Prerequisite: MATH C2210
                                                                                                                                              1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                Major Core

                                                                                                                                                Select one of the following: 

                                                                                                                                                Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                                Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                1. Prerequisite: MATH 3A
                                                                                                                                                  2. AND
                                                                                                                                                2. Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
                                                                                                                                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                    Principles and practice of plane surveying: office computations and design; operation of surveying field equipment; and production of engineering plans/maps. Topics include distances, angles, and directions; differential leveling; traversing; property/boundary surveys; topographic surveys/mapping; volume/earthwork; horizontal and vertical curves; land description techniques; and GPS. Extensive field work using tapes, levels, total stations, and GPS/GNSS equipment. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                                    Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                    1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                                                                                                                    2. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                                                                                                      1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                        Principles of engineering drawings in visually communicating engineering designs and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD). Topics include the development of visualization and sketching skills, orthographic projections, mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices, 2D and 3D CAD skills and the engineering design process. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                                        Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                        1. Prerequisite: MATH 4A
                                                                                                                                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                            Properties of engineering materials and their relation to atomic structure. The effect of microstructure on the mechanical, electrical, magnetic and thermal properties. Phase equilibria and strengthening processes for metals, ceramics, and polymers. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                                            Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                            1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
                                                                                                                                                              2. AND
                                                                                                                                                            2. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                                                              1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                                Rigid bodies in static equilibrium when acted upon by forces and couples in two- and three-dimensional space. Included are the equilibrium of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, and machines, as well as the calculations of the centers of mass, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia. Additional topics which may be covered include distributed forces in cables, beams, and fluid statics; mass moments of inertia; and virtual work. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                                                Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                                1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                                                                2. Corequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                                                  1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                                    This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                                                    Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                                        1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                                          This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC)

                                                                                                                                                                          Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                                          1. Anti Requisite: MATH 17
                                                                                                                                                                          2. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                                                            3. OR
                                                                                                                                                                          3. Prerequisite:
                                                                                                                                                                            1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                                              OR
                                                                                                                                                                              This is an introductory course in ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics for this course include first-order ordinary differential equations, including separable, linear, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli and exact with applications and numerical methods. Students will also study solutions to higher order differential equations using undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, power series, with applications; solutions to linear and non-linear systems of differential equations, including numerical solutions; matrix algebra, solutions of linear systems of equations, and determinants; vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, subspace and inner product space, including the Gram-Schmidt procedure; as well as linear transformations, kernel and range, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and symmetric matrices. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                                                              Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                                              1. Prerequisite: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                                                                1. CSU Transfer
                                                                                                                                                                                  Oscillations, waves, thermodynamics, optics, relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                                                                                                                                                                  Course Details:

                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
                                                                                                                                                                                  2. Corequisite: MATH C2220
                                                                                                                                                                                  3. Advisory: MATH 6
                                                                                                                                                                                    1. CSU Transfer