Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering – (CEE) -Rafik Hariri University

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering – (CEE)

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Courses

University Requirements (30 cr.)

Communication Competency (9 cr.)

ARAB 212 - Arabic Language and Communication 2

This course provides the student with basic knowledge of written business communication skills in Arabic and its components, including content, shape and formatting. Students will be given practice on how to write the inquiry letter, the offer or quotation letter, and the negotiation letter. They will be familiarized with the freight methods, the commercial documents, the payment modes, the types of insurance, the banking services and credit facilities and will end with writing curriculum vitae.

ENGL 210 - English Composition and Rhetoric 3

This course reinforces effective critical reading and writing skills with emphasis on writing documented essays for academic purposes in a varying range of rhetorical modes. More specifically, the student will apply the fundamental principles of English spelling, word usage, grammar, punctuation and style necessary for written communication; write academic essays; proofread and edit a variety of texts; analyze general texts for coherence, style and accuracy in writing; read critically from a variety of discourse modes; summarize, paraphrase and quote sources properly; and cite sources according to APA form. Prerequisite: None. Every semester.

ENGL 217 - Professional English Writing 3

This course is designed to enhance students’ professional writing skills. It is tailored to students pursuing careers in the professions and includes advanced business writing and editing, correspondence, critical review, writing professional reports and proposals, and making oral presentations. Prerequisite: ENGL 210. Every Semester.

CMNS 200 – Etiquette 1

This course is designed to help students develop interpersonal and communication skills fundamental for success in the workplace no matter what industry, organization, or sector they are employed. Students will improve their professional style as they study topics including polite conversation, personal appearance, office politics, diplomacy, telephone, cell phone, and voicemail etiquette, the protocol of meetings, job interview presentation and even international travel. Students will participate in an off-campus formal dining experience.

Co-requisite: ENGL 210

Natural Sciences and Technology (6 cr.)

CCEE 214 - Introduction to Programming + Lab 3

Understanding of the basic principles of programming and computer systems; Applications of programming to the solution of engineering problems; Control structures, functions, arrays, pointers and structures.

CHEM 211 - Environmental Chemistry and Lab 3

This course provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of several basic environmental functions, the complicated nature of environmental systems, and the need for multidisciplinary solutions to environmental problems. Topics covered include the hydrosphere, water quantity and quality, soil and the soil ecosystem, biological resources, waste disposal, air pollution, ozone depletion, acid rain, global warming. The course also serves a practical experience in different environmental analysis settings including air and water quality. Prerequisite: None.

Quantitative Reasoning (6 cr.)

MATH 351 - Probability and Statistics 3

Probability and conditional probability, random variable and distribution, continuous and marginal distributions, expectation, variance- moments-mean-median-covariance and correlation, conditional expectation, the sample mean, special distribution, Bernoulli and binomial distributions, Poisson and Gamma distribution. Prerequisite: MATH 211. Annually.

ENGR 300 - Engineering Economics and management 3

Concepts and techniques in basic Engineering economy principles and applications. Interest and financial mathematics; present worth, annual worth, benefit/cost ratio, internal rate of return, multiple alternatives, income tax, inflation, Risk analysis, Investment and investment choice, equivalence, loans, cost of capital, retirement and replacement, sector analysis and viewpoint, sensitivity analysis, accounting and financial statements. Prerequisite: None. Annually.

Humanities/Fine Arts (3 cr.)

ARAB 330 - Introduction to Arabic Language & Literature 3

This course provides a basic introduction to Arabic language and literature, emphasizing Arabic language, grammar and literature. Students will study Arabic prose including the Holy Quran and extracts of Arabic poetry. Prior knowledge of Arabic is required.

BADM 355 - Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 3

This course introduces students to important ethical and corporate social responsibility issues. It will increase the students’ ability to make decisions by providing them with a framework to identify, analyze and resolve ethical issues in business. Issues such as conflicts between personal values and organizational goals; the role of sustainability in business strategy; corporate governance and development of ethics programs will be also discussed in this course. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

CMNS 350 - Mass and Digital Communication Ethics 3

This course addresses the ethical problems that arise in the fields of journalism, public relations and advertising, particularly in today’s digital media environment. Prerequisite: CMNS 301.

CVLN 301 - Civilization Studies I 3

This course surveys some of the key figures, movements, and texts in cultural studies, from the birth of civilization through the middle Ages. Concentration will be on the historical, political, religious, cultural, and institutional aspects during this period. Students will read, analyze, and interpret certain primary works in order to gain insight into the contexts in which they originated. Co-requisite: English 210.

CVLN 302 - Civilization Studies II 3

This course surveys some of the key figures, movements, and texts in cultural studies, from the 14th through the 18th centuries. Concentration will be on the historical, political, religious, cultural, and institutional aspects during this period. Students will read, analyze, and interpret certain primary works in order to gain insight into the contexts in which they originated. Prerequisite: CVLN 301.

CVLN 303 - Civilization Studies III 3

This course surveys some of the key figures, movements, and texts in cultural studies, from 19th century up to the present time. Concentration will be on the historical, political, religious, cultural, and institutional aspects during this period. Students will read, analyze, and interpret certain primary works in order to gain insight into the contexts in which they originated. Co-requisite: English 210.

EDUC 211 - Fundamentals of Special Education 3

This course provides an introduction to Special Education, particularly addressing current practices. Students are introduced to common learning disabilities and intervention programs, as well as an historical overview of the development of the field of Special Education.

EDUC 230 - Teaching Diverse Learners 3

This course is designed to prepare teachers to appreciate diversity with regard to language, gender, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, geographic region and age. Students will be provided with strategies, techniques and resources that enable them to discover these differences and to plan appropriate educational experiences for every student.

EDUC 330 - Methods of Teaching Arabic in Elementary Schools 3

This course addresses the theory and practice in the methods of teaching Arabic to elementary school students. It emphasizes practical application in planning and implementing lessons, activities and assessment.

EDUC 365 - Art Education 3

This course explores concepts of art, music, drama, and movement for young children. The various methods are used to cover various activities associated with the development of children's physical-motor, social-emotional, and cognitive skills, with providing conditions to develop creativity and aesthetic awareness.

ENGL 207 - Introduction to Language 3

This survey course examines current areas in theoretical and applied linguistics including the different levels of structure, the nature of language acquisition, language variation and evolution, and language teaching.

ENGL 300 - Introduction to World Literature 3

The course surveys selected works in English or in translation from non-Anglo American cultural traditions. Texts can be drawn from African, Asian, European, Latin American and Middle Eastern literatures with a focus on their historical and cultural contexts. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

ENGL 330 - Language Acquisition 3

This course will survey language acquisition theories. It will deal with human language processing, learners’ motivational factors and contextual factors which influence language learning. It will uncover the principles of language acquisition.

ENGL 420 - Literature and Culture 3

A course that considers major works of literature, specifically in the context of twentieth-century cultural theory, including Marxism, post colonialism, national literatures, ethnic writings, and feminist theory. The primary intention of this course is to explore how various texts interact with their societies, or how those societies are influential in the construction of literary works.

FADR 210 - Rendering & Perspective Techniques 3

This course introduces students to perspective techniques in the rendering of three- dimensional objects, and scenes on two-dimensional surfaces. Students learn how to apply perspective drawing, composition and conceptualization as a means of developing visual communication skills. Design, composition, light rendering and perspective are explored to enhance the students drawing and rendering techniques.

FADR 220 - Fundamentals of 2D 3

This course focuses on the student's visual awareness through an introduction to the fundamentals of 2-D design elements, which include: line, texture, pattern, tone, form, color, light, partial illusion, balance and proportion. Students explore and experiment with design principles such as repetition, variety, emphasis and movement. This course broadens the understanding of compositional devices, dynamics and methods. It also aims at developing a clear understanding of visual organization, shape interaction and color theory.

GRDS 230 - Photography I 3

This course teaches students the basics of black & white digital photography. It is a lecture-based course with extensive hands on practical training. Students learn how to develop an eye for taking pictures and framing objects. They also enhance their knowledge about the different parts of a camera and the mechanism of printing and developing films while continuously scanning other photographers from contemporary and historical scenes.

GRDS 345 - History of Graphic Design 3

This course covers the evolution of graphic communication from prehistory through postmodern design and the digital revolution. Steven Heller once said: “It is essential to know that graphic design has a history, and to be familiar with the building blocks of the continuum.” This course provides graphic design students with the knowledge and understanding of the places, people, and events; as well as historical and cultural factors and technological innovations that have influenced the development of graphic design into the practice known today. Historical awareness provides a meaningful context for young designers to evolve and contribute in positive ways to the cultures in which they live and work in. Prerequisites: FADR 215.

ENGL 203 - Introduction to English Drama 3

This course is a study of selected and representative plays of different periods. Added to broadening the student’s understanding and appreciation of literature, The chief aim of the course is to develop the student’s critical thinking and analysis and to encourage original responses to literary expression in well-developed oral and written criticism. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 213 - Creative Writing 3

This course introduces students to the process and practice of imaginative writing. Students will read works of fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry, and will learn techniques for writing in those genres.

ENGL 214 - Introduction to English Poetry 3

This course introduces freshman students to poets whose poetry is of intrinsic literary merit. In addition to broadening the students’ understanding and appreciation of literature, the chief aim of the course is to develop the student’s critical thinking and analysis and to encourage original responses to literary expression in well-developed oral and written criticism. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 215 - Introduction to American Literature 3

This is a course which explores the works of major literary figures and authors representing different literary schools from the sixteenth century to modern times. Students will closely examine selected texts as literary achievements and set them within the historical context and framework of American culture. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 220 - Introduction to Literature 3

This course is an introduction to literature through works of fiction, poetry, and drama. It introduces students to the pleasures of reading literature and to interpretative approaches to literature. It aims to provide students with competence in critical thinking and practice in close reading and analysis, knowledge of the formal characteristics of each genre, and appreciation of literary excellence. Readings include a variety of short stories, poems and plays selected from a wide range of British, American and World literature. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 230 - Shakespeare’s Plays 3

In this course, students study representative comedies, histories, and tragedies by Shakespeare. The plays are read intensively and understood in the context of the theatrical conventions of the period and the culture of play going in early modern England, as well as the social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the period. Co-requisite: English 210.

FADR 200 - Drawing I 3

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the art of drawing. Students learn how to represent accurately and proportionally objects, planes, and volumes by developing hand-to-eye coordination with lines, shades and tones; as well as, wet and dry media. The course introduces a wide range of drawing techniques, composition principles, perspective basics and various media to prepare students with the essential ingredients needed to grow in the design field. Drawing enhances the student’s active seeing, visual language and sketching techniques. Students will draw from life and on location geometric shapes, still objects, living objects as well as moving objects.

FADR 215 - History of Art 3

This course explores the major forms of artistic expression from the ancient world to the present from a variety of cultural perspectives. Students learn how to look at and analyze works of art within their historical context, and how to articulate what they see or experience in a meaningful way. This course covers Pre- Renaissance, Renaissance, Post Renaissance and the rich layers of 19th and 20th Century Modern Art up until the manifestations of our present day.

HIST 210 - History of England 3

This broad survey course provides a narrative of British history from 1066 through the present, including political, social and cultural developments. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 350 - History of the Arabs in the Classical Period 3

This is an elective course whose major objectives are to familiarize students with the Arab peoples’ history. The course’s emphasis will be to explain: The early Arab conquests of Bilad al-Sham, Egypt, Persia, North Africa, the internal civil strife inside the early Muslim community, the emergence and development of the Umayyad caliphate, and the emergence and development of the Abbasid Empire. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 360 - Contemporary History 3

This is an elective course whose major objectives are to familiarize students with contemporary issues in order to enhance their level from historical and cultural points of view. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 365 - History of Europe in the Middle East 3

This course examines the ties between Europe and the Middle East in the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on the reaction of Middle Eastern societies to European intervention and influence. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 370 - The Economic and Social History of the Middle East 3

This is an elective course whose main objective is to familiarize students with various events that shaped the evolution of social and economic developments of the Middle East to enhance their level from the historical and economical dimensions. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 301 - Major Trends in Philosophy 3

This is a study of some major topics in philosophy. The course emphasizes theory of knowledge, theory of mind, determinism and free will, and morality and ethical values. Along with some assigned readings, students will watch movies, the analysis of which will help them comprehend the content of the course better. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 303 - Introduction to Ethics 3

People often wonder about what makes good ways to live and right ways to act. They also speculate about what is the best way of life, what action is right, and what sort of authority moral claims have over us. The course introduces students to the major moral theories and thinkers that address these types of questions. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 307 - Business Ethics 3

This course is an introduction to contemporary philosophical thinking on ethical issues in business. Students will be exposed to important ethical issues they might face; asked to give sound ethical judgment to problems they might face in their line of work; helped become armed with a set of codes that will prepare them to confront and resolve ethical dilemmas they might encounter at work; and enabled to apply the techniques for analyzing and resolving ethical problems when they arise Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 310 - Philosophers of Peace 3

This course introduces students to peace building and conflict prevention through the examination of the main theories on peace and security. It examines ideas of Thucydides, Aristotle, Erasmus Grotius, Kant, Gandhi and other thinkers for whole peace was a high value. It develops students’ critical skills and understanding necessary to translate their academic learning to specific practical situations, such those posed by peace building either with the UN, governments, or NGOs. It helps to understand the complex and interconnected challenges to peace and provides knowledge to meet these challenges. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 480 - Special Topics in History 3

EDUC 201 - Fundamentals in Education 3

This course is a study of the modern principles of education and their application in elementary and secondary schools. It includes the examination and discussion of teaching procedures and techniques as well as considerations of the historical, cultural and societal views of schooling.

CMNS 360 - Ethics in Communication 3

This course explores the theoretical and practical ethical questions about communication in four contexts: interpersonal, workplace, communication in one’s community and society, and mass and digital communication. Discussion of ethical theories in communication studies will provide a basis to explore case studies and contemporary communication dilemmas, heightening personal sensitivity to the underlying ethical implications of human communication.

INDS 245 - History of Architecture & Interior Design 3

This course covers the evolution of architecture, interiors, furniture and design from antiquity till present. It includes style developments, significant structures, important contributors as well as the social, political and cultural background. Prerequisite: FADR 215.

FADR 316 - History of Islamic Art & Architecture 3

This course studies the cultural history of Islamic societies as expressed by their art and architecture from the 7th century to the present. Changes in artistic styles, secular and religious architectural advances and expression of the written word will be compared across time and geography in social and economic contexts. Student will acquire knowledge of the history and development of Islamic art and architecture and will learn how to analyze relationships between artistic form and ideological function. Prerequisite: FADR 215.

EDUC 312 - Educational Philosophy 3

This course provides a survey of the development of thought about education through the study of major philosophical writings considered in historical context. Prerequisite: EDUC 210.

EDUC 385 - Literacy & Language Development 3

The primary objective of this course is for educational practitioners to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the inter-relatedness of language and literacy learning and to apply this knowledge in the design and evaluation of effective literacy instruction.

Social Sciences/Culture (6 cr.)

BMGT 205 - Organizational Behavior 3

The objective of this course is to allow the student to develop the necessary skills and conceptual tools to understand and deal effectively with human behavior in organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on employee motivation, teamwork, leadership, communication, conflict and negotiation, in addition to an overview of attitudes, values, personality, and perception. Prerequisite: BMGT 200

BADM 230 - Business Law 3

This course introduces the legal framework of business; with emphasis on Lebanese law as it pertains to regulating the conduct of business. Topics include legal concepts, sources of law, types and classes of contracts, legal forms of business organizations, the commercial code and labor issues.

BECN 301 - Microeconomics 3

Students will study the general principles of microeconomics. Included are the theoretical constructs of consumer behavior, cost structure, and the operations of business firms in the market economy under conditions of perfect competition, oligopoly, monopoly and monopolistic competition.

Prerequisite: Junior Standing.

BECN 302 - Macroeconomics 3

Students will study the general principles of macroeconomics. This course presents the formal Keynesian theory of income determination and its contemporary critiques, including the study of the possible causes and solutions to unemployment and inflation and the importance of the international economy. Government fiscal and monetary policies are examined in detail.

Prerequisite: Junior Standing.

BECN 305 - Managerial Economics 3

This course is an application of microeconomics theory to a variety of management and planning decisions such as output maximization and cost minimization given the constraints faced by firms. Demand analysis, cost analysis, and different market structures are studied. Prerequisite: BECN 301

CMNS 310 - Persuasion 3

Through reading, writing and speech, students will become familiar with the persuasive strategy described in Aristotle’s Rhetoric, and consider how that strategy can be employed in professional and personal situations in writing, public speaking and negotiation. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 401 - Peace Communication: Media and Conflict Resolution 3

This course integrates methods, perspectives and concepts of Peace Studies, Culture Communication and Peace Journalism to explain contemporary debates in the global public sphere. It considers how cultural stereotypes about ideology, religion and culture frame Arabs and Americans in the mass media. RHU students will engage with students from collaborating universities in the United States in online, asynchronous conversation and participate in shared projects that explore the role of the media in influencing Arab and American relations. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

CMNS 410 - Public Speaking 3

This course is designed to provide both a practical introduction to the fundamental principles of public speaking and a forum for practicing public speaking skills. Through a variety of instructional strategies (discussion, class workshops, readings, lectures, and presentations), students will learn the processes by which effective speeches are conceived, prepared and delivered. Through practice, students’ confidence in their public speaking ability will increase; principles of effective public speaking will be internalized; existing speaking skills will be reinforced and areas for improvement identified; and effective aspects of speech preparation and delivery in a variety of speech contexts demonstrated. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 380 - Social Media Campaigns and Strategies 3

This course examines the strategic uses, impacts and implications of emerging and social media, and examines the ways in which social media impacts the daily lives of our society and its individual members. It expands the student’s knowledge of social media applications in business, advertising and public relations, as well as its use in political movements and the development of communities.

EDUC 210 - Educational Psychology 3

This course draws on the study of psychological principles, cognitive development, and learning theories applicable to the teaching/learning situations. Focus areas include human growth and development, with a specific focus on adolescent development and developmentally appropriate practices, learning theory, motivation theory, instructional and college practices, individual differences, student interpersonal and group behavior, classroom management and organization, the teacher as an action researcher, and measurement and evaluation of performance.

EDUC 318 - Bi-literacy in the Classroom 3

This course offers a foundational knowledge of the first and second language literacy and the relationship between oral and reading proficiency. Theoretical and research methods of bi-literacy will be studied and instructional methods will be explored and practiced.

EDUC 415 - Factors in Student Motivation 3

This course will examine motivational factors which influence children’s learning. Topics include attribution theory, teacher influences (expectancy effects), learning structures (competitive vs. cooperative learning), family influences (the socialization of achievement), cultural influences (how cultural background impacts on college performance), and individual differences (intrinsic motivation and sex differences in learning).

JRSM 210 - Arabic News Writing and Reporting 3

This course emphasizes defining news and its importance in a democratic society; the news-gathering process; the elements of news; introduction to basic news reporting and writing for print and broadcast; use of the Internet as a reporting and research tool; accuracy and fairness as journalistic imperatives. Outside community research and reporting time is required.

JRSM 240 - Media and Public Relations Writing 3

This introductory-level course is designed to help students learn the formats and conventions of media and public relations writing, including newspapers, magazines, web and interactive media, advertising copy, public relations writing and social media. It also addresses ethical issues related to writing in these fields.

JRSM 300 - Mass Media Essentials 3

This course familiarizes students with concepts and terminology used in various fields of communication, and helps them understand the development of mass communication in political, economic, social, and cultural contexts.

JRSM 310 - Advanced Arabic News Writing and Reporting 3

The aim of this course is to provide students with theory and development of news stories, with special emphasis on interviewing, observation, document research, source development, and other standard reporting techniques. Students cover community beats and report and write news stories from those beats, primarily in public affairs reporting.

JRSM 320 - Media and Society 3

This course examines the relationship between the media and society, considering how each impacts the other. Students will be introduced to various theories that consider this relationship and its implications.

PSYC 301 - Introduction to Psychology 3

This course is an introduction to the theories, concepts, and viewpoints that comprise the discipline of psychology. The course is directed toward the understanding of human behavior by dealing with such topics as history of psychology, learning, personality, behavior, motivation, perception, and social psychology, mental health as well as other areas. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 302 - Social Psychology 3

This course is a study of the dynamics and effects of social influences on individual human behavior. In this course, students will explore such topics as attitude changes, social beliefs, roles, conformity to group processes, and prejudices with special attention given to the Middle Eastern perspective. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 303 - Psychology of Personality 3

This course presents the theories of personality including psychoanalytic, behaviorist, humanist, and others, while considering different factors that shape personality and behavior. The study includes methods of assessing personality. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 306 - Psychology of Women 3

This course examines the biological, sociological and cultural influences on the psychology of women. It includes such topics as gender stereotypes, the development of gender roles, gender comparisons, women and work, love relations, women’s physical and mental health, violence against women, and women in later adulthood. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 310 - Positive Psychology 3

This course examines the scientific research on happiness and its practical application in three main areas: positive emotions, positive individual traits and positive institutions. This course also presents practical ways to promote and maintain a sense of well-being and happiness in all aspects of one’s life. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 312 - Children and War 3

This course is intended to help students be aware about the consequences of war and conflicts on the mental health and well-being of children. The course will examine a variety of effects, emphasizing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological conditions that result from war. The course will empower the students with the techniques of working with children affected by war. Prerequisite: None; Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 400 - Conflict Transformation 3

This course explores practical theories for understanding congregational conflict, as well as various perspectives on conflict transformation. Students will engage in reflection on their own styles of dealing with conflict and learn new ways of responding. They will explore practices of dialogue and mediation for addressing conflict interpersonal, small group and congregational settings with the goal of developing an approach to addressing inevitable situations of difference, change and conflict in a variety of situations. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 410 - Abnormal Psychology 3

An introduction to the theories of abnormal behaviors, including addiction and substance abuse, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, phobias, schizophrenia and sexual disorders. Students will consider theoretical implications of and treatments for a range of abnormal behavior.

SOCI 301 - Introduction to Sociology 3

This course explores a variety of sociological theories and approaches to understanding society. The student will learn about human social life, groups, and societies and will be helped to detect the social influences that shape our lives. The approach used in this course is self-exploratory process that develops individual and social awareness. A secondary objective is discussing methods common to sociology, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and feminism. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 310 - Intercultural Communication 3

This course deals with cultural issues like cultural awareness, enculturation, acculturation and cultural shocks. In this course, students are provided with hands-on activities that promote cultural awareness and equip students with skills for dealing with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. An important part of this course is students’ group research and presentation that reflect all the cultural aspects and some minute details of the culture that they choose to work on. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 313 - Interpersonal Communication 3

Students in this course examine communication theory and case studies in order to gain insight into the factors that affect human communications. It aims to improve students’ communication skills and effectiveness, and give them skills that will enhance the quality of their relationships. The course also offers strategies for managing interpersonal conflicts. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 340 - Arab Culture and Society 3

This course examines contemporary Arab society, considering its social structures and groups, cultural patterns, and other aspects of the society. Students consider current issues related to Arab culture and society. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 410 - Culture and Identity 3

This course analyzes the role of culture in an individual’s sense of identity, with an emphasis on how it manifests in the Middle East. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 420 - Social Inequalities 3

The course addresses issues such as class, status, and gender inequalities, examining how they affect individuals and society. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 302 - Political Sociology 3

This course tackles the social issues pertaining to the historical and contemporary evolution of various political ideologies. It aims at developing students’ understanding of the social bases of politics and political ideologies along with the recent changes in the socio-political world. Different economic and political philosophies are considered and their effects on the fate of nations and their citizens detected. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 480 - Special Topics in Psychology 3

This course provides an in-depth look into selected issues related to psychology and individuals. Through readings, research, discussion and guest lecturers current issues related to psychology are thoroughly explored. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

College Requirements (28 cr.)

Mandatory Courses (28 cr.)

CHEM 210 - Principles of Chemistry 3

This course emphasizes the fundamental principles of chemistry including: stressing atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, gases, solutions, acids and bases, solution equilibria. Prerequisite: None.

GEOL 221 - Fundamentals of Geology 3

Physical and chemical properties of earth, structure of the earth, plate tectonic theory and continental drift, volcanism; mountain building processes, surface processes, mineralogy, formation and classification of rocks, earth hazards, geological problems related to civil engineering such as landslide and earthquake, geologic maps, geophysical exploration methods, earth works and tunneling. Annually.

MATH 211 - Calculus III 4

Volumes using cross sections-disc and washer methods, Arc length, Hyperbolic functions, Improper integrals, Infinite sequences and series, Parametric equations and polar coordinates, Partial derivatives, Multiple integrals in rectangular-cylindrical-spherical coordinates, Vector fields.

MATH 311 - Linear Algebra and Applications 3

Linear equations in linear algebra, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, orthogonality and least squares, symmetric matrices and quadratic forms. Prerequisite: None.

MATH 314 - Ordinary Differential Equations 3

First order linear differential equations, linear differential equations of second and higher order, differential equations with power series solutions, Legendre’s and Bessel’s equations, systems of differential equations, Laplace transforms and their inverses, partial differential equations using separation of variables, heat equations: solutions by Fourier series. Prerequisite: MATH 211.

MATH 421 - Numerical Analysis 3

Error Analysis, solutions of nonlinear equations using fixed point- Newton-Raphson-Muller’s methods, solution of linear system using Gaussian elimination-iterative methods, interpolation and approximation using Taylor series-Lagrange approximation-Newton polynomials, numerical differentiation and integration, numerical optimization, solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations using Euler’s and Heun’s and Rung-Kutta methods. Prerequisite: MATH 314. Annually.

ELEC 210 - Electric Circuits 3

Circuit elements and laws, mesh and node equations, network theorems, energy storage elements, RC, R, and RLC circuits, Laplace Transform, sinusoids and phasors and introduction to network theory. Sinusoidal (AC) steady state, mutual inductance, transformers, and introduction to three phase circuit. Prerequisite: PHYS 211.

ENGR 510 - Engineering Project Management 3

The course covers key components of engineering project management including projects election and planning, project time management, cost estimation and pricing, contract and specifications, quality management, engineering ethics and professional conduct, realizing impact of engineering solutions in various contexts (global, economic, environmental, societal, etc...), sustainability in engineering designs, human resources consideration, communications, risk management, and procurement management.

Prerequisite: ENGR 300

PHYS 210 - Fundamentals of Physics and Lab 3

Welcome to Introductory Physics course. This course consists of: Review of Classical Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, and General Properties of Waves, Electric Forces, Electric Fields for Discrete and Continuous Charge Distribution, Gauss’s Law, Electric Potential, Kirchhoff’s Rules, Magnetic Fields and Forces, Qualitative Discussion of Maxwell’s Equations.

Prerequisite: None.

Program Requirements (89 cr.)

Mandatory requirements (74 cr.)

CIVE 200 - Introduction to Civil Engineering 2

A broad introductory course that exposes students to the history and heritage of civil engineering; specialized sub disciplines (Structural, Transportation, Construction Materials, Geotechnical, Environmental); challenges of civil engineering profession; professionalism and professional registration and societies; Codes and Standards. This course also introduces students to the business aspects of the civil engineering profession, including construction management, and engineering economics.

CIVE 202 - Civil and Architectural Drawings 3

Essential engineering concepts of drawings for civil and architectural applications, computer drafting skills in 2D and 3D are taught and implemented in producing floor plans, sections, elevations and reinforcement detailing for reinforced concrete elements. Emphasis is directed at teaching students proper placement of symbols, annotation, and scheduling information required for site construction. Annually. Prerequisite: None.

CIVE 211 - Statics 3

Static laws; force vectors and operations; force system and moment; free body diagram; equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D; plane trusses and frames; cables; internal forces: shear and moment diagrams; centroid and center of mass; moment of inertia; and friction. Annually.Prerequisite: None.

CIVE 240 - Surveying 3

Surveying fundamentals; theory of errors in observations; leveling; distance measurement; angles, azimuths and bearings; traversing; topographic surveys and maps. The course has also field component in which students work in groups to conduct survey works in the learned topics and write technical reports. Annually.Prerequisite: None.

CIVE 312 - Structural Analysis I 3

Shear and bending moment diagrams for frames, equilibrium, stability, and determinacy; influence lines for determinate structures; Elastic deformation of beams, frames and trusses; introduction to indeterminate structures; approximate analysis of indeterminate building frames. Prerequisite: MECH 320. Annually.

CIVE 314 - Concrete I 3

Behavior of reinforced concrete structural elements; concepts of design and proportioning sections for strength and serviceability; theory of flexure and shear; analysis and design of beams for flexure and shear; analysis for crack width and deflection; design philosophies and process; design of one way solid and joist slabs; bond theory; development, anchorage and splicing of reinforcement; bars cut-off; continuous beams and one way slabs. Prerequisite: MECH 320. Annually.

CIVE 321 - Construction Materials 3

Properties and tests of materials used in construction of civil structures such as aggregate, cement, mixing water, admixtures, steel, masonry, Portland cement concrete, asphalt concrete and timber; laboratory and field measurement techniques to assess material properties and performance; emphasis on fresh and hardened concrete, types of concrete and applications, and concrete mix design. Annually.Prerequisite: None.

CIVE 321L - Construction Materials Laboratory 1

Los Angeles abrasion test; specific gravity and absorption of coarse and fine aggregates and soils; moisture content; bulk unit weight and voids in aggregates and soils; sieve analysis; concrete mix design; mixing concrete and slump test; compressive strength of concrete; absorption, moisture content and density of concrete masonry units. Report writing and data analysis. Co-requisite: CIVE 321

CIVE 332 - Environmental Engineering 3

Chemical and biological processes related to environmental science and engineering, materials and energy balances; environmental systems analysis with application to air, water and soil; hydrology; water treatment; water quality management; wastewater treatment; air pollution; noise pollution; solid waste management; analysis of environmental problems and development of engineering solutions. Prerequisite: CHEM 211. Annually.

CIVE 341 - Highway Engineering 3

Introduction to highway engineering standards; types and classifications of roads; characteristics of the driver, the pedestrian, the vehicle and the road, highway location and survey methods; earthwork, geometric design of highway components: vertical and horizontal alignment, transition curves, super-elevations and intersections, highway materials and evaluations, construction techniques and plants, quality control and testing, visual assessment and maintenance. Prerequisite: CIVE 240. Annually.

CIVE 342 - Traffic Engineering 3

Social and economic impact of transportation engineering on the society; basis of traffic engineering; transportation planning; traffic flow theory; traffic studies and analysis; travel demand modeling and forecasting; queuing theory; capacity analysis; level of service; traffic control and analysis at signalized intersections. Prerequisite: CIVE 341. Annually.

CIVE 413 - Computer Modeling of Structures 3

Principles of structural modeling of different types of structural elements: trusses, beams, columns, and frames; modeling the structural behavior of buildings under the effect of vertical and lateral loads, computational applications using structural analysis software; case studies and project. Prerequisite: CIVE 312. Annually.

CIVE 415 - Concrete II 3

Short columns, slender columns, uniaxially and biaxially bent columns; two way slabs behavior, analysis and design; retaining walls; wall footings, concentrically and eccentrically loaded single column footings, and combined footings; staircases. Prerequisite: CIVE 314. Annually.

CIVE 423 - Soil Mechanics & Laboratory 3

Soil classification; origin of soil and grain size; soil structure, weight-volume relationships; plasticity and structure of soil; soil compaction; permeability; seepage, stresses in a soil mass; compressibility of soil and consolidation; shear strength of soil. Experimental testing of soil: Atterberg Limits; Proctor test; sand cone field density measurement; consolidation and direct shear test; report writing and data analysis. Prerequisites: MECH 320 and GEOL 221. Annually.

CIVE 423L - Soil Mechanics Laboratory 1

Experimental testing of soil: Sieve Analysis, Atterberg Limits; Proctor test; sand cone field density measurement; consolidation and direct shear test; report writing and data analysis. Co-requisite: CIVE 423. Annually.

CIVE 424 - Foundation Engineering 3

Geotechnical site investigation; field and laboratory tests; characterization of strata; foundation systems; ultimate bearing capacity and settlement of shallow foundations (spread footings, strip footings, combined footings and mat); effect of water table level on bearing capacity; structural design of mat foundations; ultimate bearing capacity and settlement of deep foundations (single pile and group of piles); pile load test. Prerequisite: CIVE 423. Annually.

CIVE 435 - Hydraulics 3

Engineering approaches to the measurement control and conveyance of water flows with particular emphasis on the analysis, design, characteristics, and selection of: hydraulic models, and pipe systems. Prerequisite: MECH 333. Annually.

CIVE 499 - Co-op Work Experience 1

This Co-op work experience is designed to provide students with an eight-week short-term work experience in the field of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Students will be aligned with discipline-related industries, institutions of higher learning, or government agencies. Prerequisites: ENGL 217 and Senior Standing.

CIVE 501 - Construction Planning and Management 3

Fundamental elements of management of civil engineering projects; roles of all participants in the process: owners, designers, contractors and suppliers; emphasis on contractual aspect, project estimate, planning and control of construction projects; management functions, network techniques (CPM), resource scheduling, construction financing and cost/schedule relationship. Prerequisite: Senior standing. Annually.

CIVE 536 - Hydrology 2

Measurement and analysis of precipitation data, flood analysis, methods of estimation of evaporation and transpiration, streamflow measurement, groundwater hydrology, groundwater reservoirs, ground-water discharge, rainfall runoff relationship, statistical analysis in hydrology. Prerequisite: MECH 333. Annually.

CIVE 538 - Water and Wastewater Treatment 3

Quality and control tests of water and wastewater, design principles of water and wastewater treatment plants, physical, chemical and biological operation processes. Prerequisite: CIVE 332. Annually.

MECH 220 - Dynamics 3

Brief review of statics; proper use of different coordinate systems: Cartesian and normal/tangential axes; kinematics of a particle: rectilinear, curvilinear, and relative motion; kinetics of a particle: force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum; planar kinematics of a rigid body: translating and rotating axes, absolute and relative motion; planar kinetics of a rigid body: force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum. Prerequisite: CIVE 211. Annually.

MECH 320 - Mechanics of Materials 3

Mechanical stress, strain, and stress/strain relations under pure tension, compression, pure bending, and pure torsion of circular bars; 1-D thermal strain & stress; thin-walled cylindrical & spherical pressure vessels; combined stresses; principle stresses; plane stress transformation & Mohr’s circle; basic 3-D elastic stress/strain relations; Euler-elastic buckling of columns. Prerequisite: CIVE 211. Annually.

MECH 333 - Thermal Fluid Sciences 3

This course seeks to impart thermal-fluid fundamental concepts (including Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer) to non-mechanical engineering students. This covers: thermodynamic state and properties of pure substances; concepts of work and heat, energy analysis of closed systems (First Law)and simple flow devices, Fluid statics; Bernoulli’s equation; Conservation of mass, momentum & energy, viscous flow in pipes, introduction to conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer. Prerequisite(s): MATH 211. Annually.

CIVE 417 - Steel Structures 3

Structural steel properties, loads, design methods, analysis and design of members of steel structures: tension members, compression members, flexure members and connections. Prerequisite: CIVE 312. Annually.

CIVE 507 - Structural Analysis II 3

Statically indeterminate structures, force method (beams, trusses and frames). Cable supported indeterminate structures. Temperature and settlement effects. Displacement methods: slope-deflection equations and moment distribution (beams and rigid frames). Qualitative influence lines for statically indeterminate beams. Prerequisite: CIVE 312. Annually.

CIVE 595A - BE Summative Learning Project 1 1

Team-oriented project which includes conducting and formulating experimental laboratory work and/or design problems on a specific approved topic of specialty. The project includes literature review and scope of work as well as project proposal. Prerequisites: Senior Standing, ENGL 217. Annually.

CIVE 595B - BE Summative Learning Project 2 2

Team-oriented project which includes conducting and formulating experimental laboratory work and/or design problems on a specific approved topic of specialty. The project includes literature review, design work, data collection, experimentation, data analysis and technical writing. Prerequisite: CIVE 595A. Annually.

CIVE 201 - Introduction to Civil Engineering 2

Prerequisite: ENGR 201.

Technical Electives (15 cr.)

CIVE 502 - Engineering Risk Analysis 3

Elements of set theory, basic elements of probability theory, random variables, multiple random variables, function of random variables, probabilistic models, statistical inference, and formulation of the reliability problem. Prerequisite: MATH 351.

CIVE 503 - Computer Methods in Civil Engineering 3

Using the computer for analysis, design, and decision making in civil engineering. Programming, numerical, and CAD methods. Applications. On demand.

CIVE 504 - Infrastructure Asset Management 3

Problems of infrastructure, asset management principles, methods of inspection and monitoring of civil infrastructures, risk assessment, asset condition information and data, and replace/maintain decision. On demand.

CIVE 510 - Finite Elements Analysis 3

Theory of the finite element method; spring, truss and beam elements; constant strain elements; plane stress or strain for axisymmetric problems; plates and shells; introduction to non-linear material analysis; introduction to structural dynamic analysis; applications. Pre-requisite: CIVE 312. On demand.

CIVE 511 - Structural Dynamics 3

Dynamic response of single, and multi-degree of freedom systems; modal analysis of lumped; continuous mass systems; Natural frequencies and modes shapes, deterministic time domain approach and design response spectra; seismic response of structures; peak response; seismic design principles. Prerequisite: CIVE 312. On demand.

CIVE 512 - Advanced Structural Analysis 3

Flexibility and Stiffness matrix methods for analysis of indeterminate trusses, beams, and frames. Grid beams and structures on elastic supports. Composite Structural systems. Influence lines of indeterminate structure utilizing concepts of virtual work and moment distribution methods – Qualitative and Quantitative approaches. Prerequisite: CIVE 507. On demand.

CIVE 513 - Inelastic Analysis of Structures 3

Concept of plastic analysis, plastic hinges, incremental load method (step by step), mechanism method, upper bound, lower bound, and uniqueness theorems, combined mechanisms, beams, multistory, multi-bay and gable frames, computer implementation. Prerequisite: CIVE 507 . On demand.

CIVE 514 - Earthquake Engineering 3

Earthquake causes and measures, earthquake faults and waves, plate tectonics, structural dynamics of single and multi-degree of freedom systems, seismic hazard evaluation in engineering practice; response analysis of structures. Equivalent static lateral force method, lateral loads resistive systems, architectural consideration for earthquakes, mitigation of earthquake forces. Prerequisite: CIVE 312. On demand.

CIVE 515 - Prestressed Concrete 3

Definitions and Methods of prestressing. Materials and their properties. Discussion of losses in prestressing. Elastic behavior stress distribution under different load stages. Analysis and design of homogeneous sections. Magnel diagram. Shear cracking load. Behavior of beam. Deflection. Ultimate load. Design of anchorage zone in beams and anchorage losses and time-dependent losses (shrinkage and creep). Composite beams. Stresses resulting from shrinkage and creep. Partial prestressing. Prerequisite: CIVE 415. On demand.

CIVE 516 - Composite Construction 3

Composite systems; fundamental of composite construction; composite beams; composite columns; Lateral resisting systems; design of joints. Prerequisite: CIVE 415. On demand.

CIVE 518 - Special Structures 3

Design of bearing and retaining walls, strut-and-tie model; deep beams, corbels, inverted beams, water tanks, domes, ring beams and beams subjected to torsion; finite element modeling and design of plates and shells. Prerequisite: CIVE 415. On demand.

CIVE 519 - Tall Building Structures 3

Definition and classification of concrete admixtures; precautions in their use; chemical admixtures; mineral admixtures; miscellaneous admixtures; type and properties of admixtures; standard specifications; classification and purpose of use; beneficial and detrimental effects on the properties of fresh and hardened concrete; mechanism of action; advantages and disadvantages. Prerequisite: CIVE 413 and CIVE 415. On demand.

CIVE 521 - Special Concretes 3

Design and characteristics of lightweight concrete, heavyweight concrete, self-consolidating concrete, fiber-reinforced concrete, mass concrete; concrete in hot weather, concrete in cold weather, high strength concrete, high performance concrete, roller compacted concrete and shrinkage compensating concrete. Prerequisite: CIVE 321. On demand.

CIVE 522 - Durability of Construction Materials 3

Definition and importance of durability; properties of main building materials (concrete, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, wood, building stones, clay bricks, gypsum, lime, plastics); factors affecting durability; mechanisms of decaying; precautions to increase durability; selection of durable material; tests for durability; economic aspects and impact of durability. Prerequisite: CIVE 321. On demand.

CIVE 523 - Repair of Concrete Structures 3

Conventional methods of investigation, nondestructive methods, structural health monitoring, corrosion risk evaluation, protection of reinforcing steel against corrosion, instrumentation techniques, repair materials and techniques, removal and preparation of concrete for repair, crack repair, concrete patching, structure strengthening, case studies. Prerequisite: CIVE 321. On demand.

CIVE 524 - Nondestructive Evaluation & Instrumentation of Infrastructure 3

Overview on the different types of civil infrastructure, their problems and durability, use of nondestructive evaluation methods to assess their actual conditions, basic NDE methods, sonic and ultrasonic methods, ground penetrating radar (GPR), infrared thermography, electrical resistivity, radioactive and nuclear methods, sensing technologies, different instruments/sensors and their use, wireless technology, structural health monitoring. Case studies and laboratory demonstrations. Prerequisite: CIVE 321. On demand.

CIVE 525 - Concrete Technology 3

Cement and supplementary cementitious materials, mechanical behavior of concrete, properties and applications of various specialized concretes, hot weather concreting, cold weather concreting, chemical admixtures, concrete mix proportioning, deterioration mechanisms, environmental and physical causes of degradation, alkali-aggregate reaction, carbonation, chloride attack, sulfate attack, acid and seawater attack, freeze-thaw cycle. Prerequisite: CIVE 321. Annually.

CIVE 530 - Water Quality 3

Water quality parameters, sources of drinking water, drinking water problems and impact on human life, drinking water treatment methods, common operations in water treatment plants, design of distribution systems, assessment and monitoring of water quality. Prerequisite: CIVE 332. On demand.

CIVE 531 - Environmental Impact Assessment 3

Study and evaluation of the impacts of large scale projects on the physical, biological, and socio-economic environmental aspects taking into account environmental laws and regulations and EIA guidelines, identification of impacts, quantification methods, mitigation measures, and monitoring plans. Case study involving the preparation of an EIA report including sustainability impact assessment and preparation of an environmental management plan. Prerequisite: CIVE 332. On demand.

CIVE 532 - Solid Waste Management 3

Study of types and sources of non-hazardous municipal solid wastes, estimating quantity and storage volumes of wastes, identify collection, transfer, treatment and disposal alternatives, solid waste management principles and processes, environmental legislation and risk, and pollution control management. Prerequisite: CIVE 332. On demand.

CIVE 533 - Environmental Policy and Management 3

This course explores human made problems in the environment parallel with concepts in environmental ethics, management and policies so as solutions are provided concerning preservation of the environment. Topics covered are pollution of air, water, and soil, international and national environmental ethics, management and policies. Prerequisite: CIVE 332. On demand.

CIVE 534 - Water Supply & Waste Systems 3

Identification and evaluation of water supply solutions; design of water distribution networks; pumping; population forecasting and requirements; collecting and disposing of stormwater and sewage; design of storm and sewage systems; excess stormwater management, environmental risk and protection measures. Prerequisite: CIVE 435. On demand.

CIVE 535 - Hydraulic Structures 2

Hydraulic aspects of the theory and design of hydraulic structures, types of dams and their function, stability analysis of gravity dams, culverts, navigation canals, reservoirs and port facilities, control structures such as gates and weirs. Prerequisite: CIVE 435. On demand.

CIVE 540 - GIS for Civil Engineering 3

Review of basic cartographic principles and the use of geographic information systems for thematic mapping and spatial analysis. Laboratory emphasizes experience with GIS software. Prerequisite: CIVE 240.

CIVE 541 - Pavement Design 3

Analysis and design of flexible and rigid pavements; pavement type selection; loading; failure criteria and reliability; mechanistic pavement design; design exercises using existing methods. Prerequisite: CIVE 423. On demand.

CIVE 542 - Bridge Engineering 3

Types of bridges and influence lines. Loads and their distribution on bridges, serviceability of bridges, design of bridge deck, superstructure, and substructure. Prerequisite: CIVE 415. On demand.

CIVE 505 - Decision Making and Risk Management 3

Decision making, risk analysis, quantitative analysis, and application of quantitative methods to construction projects' environment. Prerequisite: Senior Standing.

CIVE 506 - LEED and Green Construction Principles in Construction Management 3

Green construction methods and benefits in applying the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) principles. Prerequisite: Senior Standing.

CIVE 526 - Admixtures for Concrete 3

Other majors in College of Engineering

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