Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that is dedicated to improving the quality of life through sustainable design and construction. Community, societal, and environmental needs are met through the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public works and private facilities.

Civil engineers apply their technical knowledge and skills to diverse projects including:

• bridges,
• highways,
• dams,
• buildings,
• airports,
• foundations,
• water management systems, and
• environmental facilities

Civil engineering majors will have career opportunities in industry, government, and the private sector. Practice areas include design, construction, project management, consulting, research, and teaching. For the past three years, UE civil engineering graduates have an average 75% pass rate on the Professional Engineer's (PE) Exam, compared to the national pass rate of 64%. In 2010 and 2011, graduates boasted a 100% pass rate.