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Civil Engineering Students Build for Tomorrow |
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June 20, 2007
by Kelly Richardson
First Stop Online Degree Columnist
Supersonic railways. Solar-powered buildings. Water-powered electric generators. The role of the civil engineering professional in creating our future simply can't be understated. Here's what a college degree program in civil engineering can do for you.
Civil Engineers in Action
Civil engineers are charged with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and management of physical infrastructure networks. But more importantly, civil engineering professionals are in the business of solving problems. As our society develops and the population increases, it is the duty of the civil engineer to provide answers to some of our most pressing issues: clean utilities, sensible housing, and professional buildings.
Hot Civil Engineering Niches
As the engineering field is so large, college degrees in various subcategories allow you to specialize in the field that most interests you.
- Transportation. This career involves specifying, designing, constructing, and maintaining a strategic transportation infrastructure.
- Environmental. Environmental engineers handle pollutant transport, water purification, sewage treatment, and hazardous waste management.
- Hydraulic. Hydraulic engineers plan for the construction of pipelines, water distribution systems, drainage facilities, and canals.
Civil Engineering Career Profile
The Occupational Outlook Handbook reports that the demand for civil engineering candidates who have graduated from an accredited college degree program will increase sharply as our society develops.
- Employment. In 2004, civil engineers held about 1.4 million jobs.
- Salary. Median annual earnings were $43,679 in May 2004.
- Job Outlook. Expected to see average employment growth through 2014.
Civil engineering is a unique fusion of science, mathematics, and technology that is unique among its peers. And a college degree program in this field will prepare you to design cities of the future.
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About the Author
Kelly Richardson has the inside track on all of the hottest career paths and resources. His articles appear career journals, periodicals, and e-zines. |
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