Norwich University- Master of Civil Engineering Webinar

Master of Civil Engineering Webinar

Introduction

PresentersThomas J. Descoteaux, PhD, PE

Program Director

To contact our Admissions Office, please call 1-800-460-5597 ext. 3369

2

Presentation Agenda

Part One: Master of Civil Engineering Part Two: Norwich University

3To contact our Admissions Office, please call 1.800.460.5597 ext. 3369

Power of Online Learning

Collaborative/Asynchronous learning

Online access to NU’s Kreitzberg Library ▪ 100 online databases▪ Over 35,000 full-text electronic journals ▪ 45,000 eBooks▪ Document Delivery Service if unavailable

online


4

Power of Online Learning

24/7 help desk support for technical issues within the online classroom

Cost of textbooks included in fees and mailed directly to you prior to each seminar


5

MCE Program Overview

MCE Learning Outcomes

7

Students will demonstrate the ability to solve real-world problems through the application of engineering fundamentals, mathematics, natural and social sciences, humanities, and technology.

Students will demonstrate the ability to work professionally in team environments to design and construct both structural and environmental systems.


MCE Learning Outcomes

8

Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of professional life and will recognize the need for professionals and citizens in an evolving global society to pursue a course of life-long learning.


MCE Program Features

9To contact our Admissions Office, please call 1-800-460-5597 ext. 3369

First civil engineering program in the U.S. Immediate return on your investment Experienced and participative faculty Design portfolio

This enables you, the faculty, and your program director to see, at a glance, the extensive growth you have experienced throughout this rigorous program. Your portfolio is presented to the faculty during Seminar Six as one of the final requirements for your degree.

MCE Curriculum

Six, 11-week seminars (6 credit hours each)

One seminar at a time, 2-week break between seminars

Complete in as little as 18 months, total of 36 credit hours (if pre-requisites are not required)


MCE Curriculum

11

Structural Concentration Environmental/Water Resources

Concentration Pre-requisites Engineering Analysis Techniques

Engineering Mechanics I Hydraulics for Environmental Engineers

Fundamentals of Structural Engineering

Fundamentals of Environmental and Water Resources Engineering

Seminar 1 Analytical Methods and Project / Business Management Fundamentals I

Seminar 2 Classical, Matrix, and Dynamic Analysis of Structures

Physiochemical and Biological Processes in Water and Wastewater Treatment

Seminar 3 Design of Steel and Timber Structures

Stormwater Management and GIS Applications for Water Resources

Seminar 4 Project / Business Management Fundamentals II Seminar 5 Design of Reinforced and

Prestressed / Precast Concrete Structures

Geoenvironmental Engineering - Groundwater Flow and Waste Containment

Seminar 6 Capstone Design ProjectTo contact our Admissions Office, please call 1-800-460-5597 ext. 3369

Program Concentrations

Structural Introduction to Building

Information Modeling (BIM)

Structural design in steel, concrete, and timber

Structural dynamics 2-D and 3-D framing

12

Static, dynamic, and matrix analysis of structures

Strength and serviceability issues



Environmental/Water Resources

Physical, chemical, and biological concepts

Water and wastewater treatment

Storm water management issues and flood control

13

Land development and urbanization



Geotechnical – TENTATIVE

Soil mechanics andfoundation engineering

Earthquake engineering andsoil stabilization

Mineralogy, fluid flow through porous media

Classical earth pressure theories


About Norwich University

About Norwich University Located in Northfield, Vermont in

the heart of the Green Mountains

Professional and liberal arts programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels

Current Enrollment:▪ 2,000 Undergraduate Level▪ 1,800 Graduate Level


School of Graduate Studies

One of the first universities to offer full degrees online (1997)

Nine online programs

Alumni network of 1,500 professionals


History & Tradition

Established in 1819 by Captain Alden Partridge

First private military institution in the nation

Proud military heritage▪ Birthplace of the ROTC▪ Corps of Cadets was one of the

first to accept women – NU has always been progressive and inclusive!


Accreditation & Rankings

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASC)

In 2009, U.S. News & World Report ranked Norwich University as one of the Best Universities for a Master’s Degree in the North


Residency

Meet fellow classmates and support staff Present Design Portfolio Networking activities Faculty presentations Academic Recognition Ceremony Graduation Ceremony


Contact Us

Do you have further questions regarding Norwich University’s Master of Civil Engineering program?

21

Web: www.civilengineering.norwich.edu

Email: [email protected]: 1-800-460-5597 ext. 3369


http://www.civilengineering.norwich.edu/

mailto:[email protected]