SUNY Polytechnic Institute
SUNY Polytechnic Institute, New York’s premier public polytechnic, provides an innovative and affordable higher education for students interested in science, engineering, technology, business, healthcare, and other liberal arts offerings for a well-rounded approach to experiential learning. Our commitment to a hands-on education situates students with both the academic structure customary of undergraduate study and unique opportunities for training and cutting-edge research, ultimately providing learners an unmatched education targeted for success in our fast-changing world. SUNY Poly students enjoy public school tuition with benefits that many small, private institutions boast, including small class sizes, individualized learning experiences, and a tight-knit community.
BS Civil Engineering The Program
Civil Engineering, considered one of the oldest engineering disciplines, encompasses specialties such as structural, geotechnical, transportation, environmental, construction and water resources engineering. The field is continually evolving as engineers, recognized as key players in the technological enrichment of the future, pursue innovations that improve people’s lives.
The program offers a balance of theory and design comprising two areas of study: liberal arts, math, science and engineering science; and civil engineering. Students in the program are challenged to adapt to changes in technology and remain at the leading edge of innovation as they pursue:
• A solid foundation in mathematics, physical sciences, liberal arts, and the fundamentals of engineering design.
• The technical knowledge and critical thinking skills required for the professional practice of civil engineering and for seeking advanced degrees.
• The development of communications skills, teamwork, lifelong learning and understanding of professional ethics and social responsibility in a global context.
www.abet.org
The engineering programs at SUNY Poly are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET).Concentrations
Students may choose between three areas of concentration: structural/geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, and environmental/water resource engineering. Each of these offers a unique focus:
• Structural/Geotechnical: focuses on designing structures using steel and concrete, foundation design, and prepares students for advanced work in structural and geotechnical design
• Transportation: focuses on transportation operations, facility operations, and the design of transportation networks (roads, railroads, airports, ports)
• Environmental/Water resource: focuses on water and waste water system design, solid and hazardous waste, and storm water engineering
Labs
Students have access to computer labs, with civil engineering software packages, and to specialized labs in surveying, geotechnical, structural, environmental, and solid mechanics.
Faculty
SUNY Poly faculty work closely with students and challenge them to excel. Many faculty members have obtained their professional engineering license and have industrial experience. In addition, the faculty conduct research and encourage student participation in research activities. All faculty hold a doctorate in civil engineering or a specific area of civil engineering. A low student-to-faculty ratio means that faculty get to know and work closely with students in and out of class.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Civil Engineering program have the opportunity to pursue a number of career paths in a variety of settings. The skills and knowledge developed as an undergraduate prepare students for continuing their education in graduate school or working in either the public or private sector. Civil Engineering graduates can launch careers in development, design, production, marketing, research, operations, and regulation in a wide range of industries that include energy, construction, vehicle design, sustainability, and facility design.
What You’ll Study
Calculus I & II
Differential Equations
Biology
Chemistry
Physics I & II
Computer Fundamentals
Intro to Engineering
Design Tools and Processes
Engineering Mechanics: Statics
Mechanics of Materials
Civil Engineering Materials
Professionalism
Elementary Surveying
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Geotechnic Engineering
Fluid Mechanics
Junior Civil Lab
Engineering Science
Capstone Design
Structural/Geotechnical Concentration
Structural Steel Design
Reinforced Concrete Design
Finite Element Analysis
Foundations Engineering and Design
Slope Stability and Retaining
Wall Design
Transportation Concentration
Traffic Engineering
Highway Design
Transportation Terminal Design
Transport Network Analysis
Environmental/Water Resource Concentration
Hydrology & Storm Water Management
Hazardous & Solid Waste Treatment
Water & Waste Water Unit Design
Groundwater Hydrology
Upper CE Electives
Construction Management
Sustainable Development
Sustainable Energy
Green Building Strategies: LEED lab
Wind turbine analysis and design
Access the SUNY Poly catalog at https://webapp.sunypoly.edu/ undergrad-catalog/ for specific courses and program requirements.
Our Campus
Located in Utica, NY, on hundreds of wooded and landscaped acres, SUNY Poly’s campus is a beautiful living and learning environment. Students live in our modern, spacious residential complexes, including the new Hilltop Hall, SUNY’s first zero-net carbon residence hall, and enjoy an expanding array of student-focused facilities that include our state-of-the-art Center for Global Advanced Manufacturing, Student Center, and Wildcat Field House. Life on campus is enriched by a wide variety of events and activities, including the Wildcats’ championship-winning intercollegiate athletics program, our Wildcat Esports team, and a weekly agenda of intramurals, concerts, comedians, and more. Students can join one of the dozens of clubs and organizations or start one with a group of friends who share an interest.