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Civil Engineering Internship 10607191 Focuses on the application of theory , skills , and techniques in the civil engineering profession . ( Prerequisite : Instructor approval .) Course Typically Offered : With instructor approval
Surveying Field Practices 10607145 Provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of advanced field principles ( Service Learning Projects ) utilizing closed traverse measurements , traverse adjustments , data collection , rectangular coordinate use , land area computation , topographic mapping , and computer applications . ( Prerequisites : 10-607-104 , Intro to Surveying / Geomatics ; 10-607-112 , AutoCAD for Civil Engineering ; 10-607-114 , Civil 3D-Intro ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Psychology 10809198 Survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with " B " or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Statics / Strength of Mtls CIVIL 10607148 Focuses on force analysis , resultants and equilibrium of coplanar force systems , centroids , center of gravity , area moment of inertia , basic relationships of stress and strain from applied forces . Properties of materials are also covered . ( Prerequisites : 10-804-195 , College Algebra w / Apps ; 10-804-196 , Trigonometry w / Apps ; 10-806-154 , General Physics 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Remote Sensing 10607149 Provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of plane surveying calculations , conversions , the principles of photogrammetry , ortho photos , point generation using computer systems , and UAS photography . ( Prerequisite : Acceptance in Civil Engineering Technology program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Land Law 1 10607154 Registration laws of Wisconsin , history of property law , laws of evidence , performing a property survey , adverse possession , unwritten rights , professional liability / stature and role of the land surveyor in court . ( Prerequisite : Acceptance into Civil Engineering Technology Program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Intro to Diversity Studies 10809172 Basic American values of justice and equality by teaching vocabulary , history of immigration / conquest , transcultural communication , legal liability , multicultural majority / minority relations , ageism , sexism , gender , sexual orientation , the disabled / ADA . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Surveying-Drafting 10607134 Land record forms , legal descriptions , public land systems , survey map plat drawing , certified survey map drawing , subdivision / preliminary plat drawing , and basic use of AutoCAD and a software in the preparation of drawings . ( Prerequisite : 10-607-112 , AutoCAD for Civil Engineering ; 10-604-114 , Civil 3D-Intro .) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Water Technology 10607156 Introduces the learner to hydrostatic pressure , continuity of flow , open channel flow , sewer design , water quality , rainfall , and stormwater . ( Prerequisites : 10-804-195 , College Algebra w / Apps ; 10-804-196 , Trigonometry w / Apps ; 10-806-154 , General Physics 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Civil Engineering Design 10607157 Develops the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of computer aided geometric design of highways , the use of standards for horizontal and vertical alignments and cross sections , including road intersections and grade crossings . It also provides an introduction to construction staking . Students develop engineering drawings by understanding road design principles , volume calculations , and site planning as well as using AutoCAD software . ( Prerequisites : 10-607-112 , AutoCAD for Civil Engineering ; 10-607-114 , Civil 3D Intro ; 10-607-137 , Transportation Design ; 10-607-134 , Surveying Drafting ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
GPS Fundamentals 10607158 Provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of the history of GPS ; understanding of geographic positions ; state plane coordinate systems ; and static , fast static , and real time positioning . ( Prerequisites : 10-804-195 , College Algebra w / Apps ; 10-804-196 , Trigonometry w / Apps ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Practical GPS 10607159 Develops the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of how GPS is used on projects from project control to collecting topographical data for mapping . ( Prerequisites : 10-607-158 , GPS Fundamentals ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Const Methods and Engr Inspect 10607204 Building components , construction methods , construction materials , plans , specification , print reading , and elements of inspection . ( Prerequisites : 10-607-108 , Cemented Aggregate Mixtures ; 10-607-137 , Transportation Design ; 10-607-191 , Civil Engineering Internship ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Technical Reporting 10801197 Principles of report writing and correspondence , proposals , feasibility reports , progress reports , investigation reports , evaluation reports , meeting reports , memos , and correspondence . ( Prerequisite : 10-801-136 , English Composition I OR 10-801-195 , Written Communication with “ C ” or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
CET Capstone Project 10607160 Provides an opportunity for students to successfully complete a major project integrating a range of civil , geotechnical , transportation , and surveying engineering disciplines and skills . This course serves as a transition between traditional teaching and professional practice , where the instructor serves primarily as an advisor . Course Typically Offered : Spring
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