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Department of Construction Engineering
School of Sciences and Engineering
Professors: E. Fahmy (IEP Director), M. Haroun, E. Imam, S. Khedr (CENG Chair), E. Smith
Associate Professors: A. Ezeldin, A. Hassanein, A. Sherif, M. Abou Zeid
The construction industry is the largest industry in Egypt and much of the world. Construction engineering is a relatively new field that is designed to foster technological advances in the industry, to utilize modern design techniques, and to develop means to improve production, products, components and subsystems, and distribution and utilization of equipment. Construction engineering covers the basic civil engineering components such as structures, geotechnical, water resources, transportation, and environmental engineering. In addition, it covers, in detail, methods for the modeling of construction projects, numerical simulations, the evaluation of various construction strategies, and construction quality control. It deals with organizational planning, financial and human resources management, productivity measurement, accounting, information systems, strategy and policy formation, contracting, and construction law.
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Bachelor of Science
As part of the American University in Cairo, the mission of the Department of Construction Engineering is to provide a high quality engineering education within a liberal arts context to students from Egypt as well as from other countries. The aim is to produce generations of engineers who will be leaders in their profession, and capable of managing projects and construction organizations. The pursuit of excellence is central to the department's mission, maintaining high standards of academic achievement, professional behavior, and ethical conduct.
Students are educated to acquire an appreciation of their responsibilities to society, and to prepare themselves for successful careers and leadership. The program provides an environment in which students develop their critical thinking capabilities, problem solving skills, communication skills in English, and proficiency in the tools of learning.
The specific objectives of the Construction Engineering program are to: educate students in fundamentals of science and engineering with emphasis on construction engineering applications; enable students to integrate various design, economic, and management aspects of engineering to plan for construction operations and to fit in construction organizations; prepare students to cope with and improve on the ever-evolving technologies in production, products, and components of the construction industry; train students to communicate effectively, work independently and in teams, and fit in a multi-discipline environment; inspire students to recognize and consider the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context with the ability to understand and be sensitive to other cultures; motivate students to engage in life-long learning and develop their ability to pursue graduate studies; develop students who are creative, possess qualities of leadership, and are committed to professional and ethical conduct.
The program is accredited by both the American Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) and the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities.
An engineering student who intends to major in Construction Engineering must submit a Major declaration form upon completion of 45 credit hours.
Students should consult the course listings and their faculty advisor on a regular basis to ensure that prerequisites for engineering core, concentration and elective courses are met. A model course plan for the Major is provided in the Department of Construction Engineering Office.
A total of 162 credits is required for the bachelor of science degree in construction engineering:
Core Curriculum (40 credits)
- The science requirement of the core curriculum electives is met within the Engineering core requirements.(4 credits)
- Students should take ORGN 307 for the social science requirement.
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Engineering Core Requirements (52 credits)
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CHEM |
105 |
General Chemistry I, 3 cr. |
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115L |
General Chemistry I Lab, 1 cr. |
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PHYS |
111 |
Classical Mechanics, Sound and Heat, 3 cr. |
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123L |
General Physics I Lab, 1 cr. |
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112 |
Electricity and Magnetism , 3 cr. |
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124L |
General Physics II Lab, 1 cr. |
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CSCI |
106 |
Introduction to Computer Programming, 3 cr. |
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MATH |
131 |
Calculus & Analytical Geometry I, no credit |
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132 |
Calculus & Analytical Geometry II, 3 cr. |
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231 |
Calculus & Analytical Geometry III, 3 cr.. |
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233 |
Differential Equations, 3 cr. |
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306 |
Applied Probability, 3 cr. |
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ENGR |
101 |
Introduction to Engineering, 1 cr. |
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115 |
Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Drawing, 2 cr. |
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212 |
Engineering Mechanics I (Statics), 3 cr. |
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214 |
Engineering Mechanics II (Dynamics), 3 cr. |
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229 |
Strength and Testing of Materials, 4 cr. |
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261 |
Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics, 3 cr. |
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312 |
Engineering Analysis and Computation I, 3 cr. |
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318 |
General Electrical Engineering, 3 cr. |
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345 |
Engineering Economy, 3 cr. |
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Concentration Requirements (65 credits)
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CENG |
215 |
Drawing for Construction Engineering and Architecture, 1 cr. |
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280 |
Construction Surveying, 3 cr. |
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302 |
Structural Analysis I, 3 cr. |
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303 |
Structural Analysis II, 3 cr. |
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304 |
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures, 3 cr. |
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311 |
Fundamentals of Hydraulic Engineering, 3 cr. |
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321 |
Introduction to Architectural Engineering, 3 cr. |
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323 |
Construction Materials and Quality Control, 4 cr. |
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325 |
Mechanical Engineering in Construction, 3 cr. |
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331 |
Geology for Engineers, 2 cr. |
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403 |
Design of Steel Structures, 3 cr. |
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411 |
Soil Mechanics, 4 cr. |
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423 |
Methods and Equipment for Construction I, 3 cr. |
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424 |
Methods and Equipment for Construction II, 2 cr. |
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431 |
Transportation Engineering, 3 cr.. |
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441 |
Introduction to Construction Management and Cost Estimating, 3 cr. |
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442 |
Construction Project Specifications, Bids, and Contracts, 3 cr. |
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446 |
Techniques of Planning, Scheduling and Control, 3 cr. |
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448 |
Financial Management and Accounting in Construction, 3 cr. |
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461 |
Design and Construction of Foundations and Retaining Structures, 3 cr. |
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471 |
Environmental and Sanitary Engineering, 3 cr. |
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490 |
Senior Project I, 1 cr. |
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491 |
Senior Project II, 2 cr. |
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497 |
Practical Training, 1 cr. |
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Electives (9 credits):
Three credits should be taken from the science department and a minimum of 6 credits from the following courses including 3 credits in design:
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CENG |
420 |
Design of Interior Space, 3 cr. |
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421 |
Architectural Design, 3 cr. |
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426 |
Steel and Concrete Bridges, 3 cr. |
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427 |
Prefabricated Water and Prestressed Concrete Structures, 3 cr. |
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428 |
Building Finishes, 3 cr. |
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432 |
Design of Irrigation Systems, 3 cr. |
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449 |
Systems Analysis for Construction Engineers, 3 cr. |
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452 |
Structural Systems and Advanced Design, 3 cr. |
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462 |
Applications in Geotechnical Engineering, 3 cr. |
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480 |
Special Problems in Construction Engineering, 1 -3 cr. |
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481 |
Development of Highway Facilities, 3 cr.. |
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494 |
Selected Topics in Construction Engineering, 3 cr. |
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Minor in Architectural Design |
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The minor in Architectural Design provides students with an understanding of the underlying principles of architectural design. It serves students in all majors. It is especially useful for students interested in pursuing careers in the development, finance, construction and/or promotion of building related activities. It is also important for other students with social, cultural, and art backgrounds, who are interested in the respective aspects of the built environment. Construction engineering students will also benefit from the minor by becoming better qualified in the challenging activities of the construction industry.
Students from any discipline may apply for the Minor. A limited number will be accepted every semester. The following requirements must be satisfied for joining and continuing in the minor:
- A minimum GPA of 2.7 to be accepted in the minor.
- A minimum grade of (B-) in the basic architectural design courses (ENGR 115, CENG 215 and CENG 321) to continue in the minor.
The Minor requires completion of 15 credit hours. These are:
Basic Architectural Design Requirement (6 cr. hours):
All of the following courses:
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ENGR |
115 |
Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Drawing, 2 cr. |
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CENG |
215 |
Drawing for Construction Engineering & Architecture,
1 cr. |
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CENG |
321 |
Introduction to Architectural Engineering, 3 cr. |
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Background Humanities and Fine Arts Elective Requirement (3 cr. hours):
One of the following courses:
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ARBS |
270 |
Introduction to Islamic Art and Architecture, 3 cr. |
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ARBS |
271 |
Introduction to Islamic Art and Architecture, 3 cr. |
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ARTV |
314 |
Modern and Contemporary Architecture,
3 cr. |
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EGPT |
261 |
Art and Architecture of Ancient Egypt I,
3 cr. |
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EGPT |
262 |
Art and Architecture of Ancient Egypt II,
3 cr. |
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Main Architectural Design Requirement (6 cr. hours)
All of the following courses:
CENG 420 Design of Interior Spaces, 3 cr.
CENG 421Architectural Design, 3 cr.
Construction Engineering students may not count the main architectural design courses (CENG 420 & CENG 421) for both the Construction Engineering Major and the Architectural Design Minor. |
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