Civil Engineering Technology
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Potential Positions
Most program graduates work as civil engineering technicians. Potential positions also include computer aided drafter, construction manager, transportation technician, and GIS technician. Graduates may be employed by both public and private organizations including municipal, state and federal agencies, roadway and building construction firms, public utilities, engineering firms, manufacturing companies, and aircraft companies.
Employment Outlook
Employment of engineering technicians is expected to increase 8% through the year 2012. As technology becomes more sophisticated, employers continue to look for technicians who are skilled in new technology and require a minimum of additional job training. Within 9 months after graduation, the estimated employment rate for the Civil Engineering Technology program is 88%. The graduate starting median wage is $18.93 with a wage potential of $34.95.
*Graduate wages and placement obtained from SBCTC/WA unemployment files from 2004-05. Wage potential is based out of Whatcom County and obtained from LMEA. For further information, contact the Counseling & Career Center at 360-752-8450.
Typical Tasks
Specific tasks typically required of a civil engineering technician include:
? Assisting architects, engineers or contractors by performing entry-level tasks in the field of civil engineering technology;
? Helping civil engineers plan and build highways, buildings, bridges, dams, wastewater treatment systems, and other structures, and perform related surveys and studies;
? Preparing plans and specifications for construction of buildings, bridges, highways, etc.;
? Working as a surveying technician on land and highway surveys including operating survey instruments;
? Compiling material lists and cost estimates and scheduling construction projects;
? Inspecting projects under construction for compliance with plans and specifications;
? Performing tests on construction materials such as aggregates, concrete, soil, asphalt, etc.;
? Applying knowledge of building materials, construction equipment and engineering services;
? Applying knowledge of computer programming and operation of computer-aided drafting and design systems;
? Inspecting water and wastewater treatment systems to ensure pollution control requirements are met;
? Estimating construction costs and specifying materials to be used; and
? Preparing drawings and performing land surveying duties may be required.
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This program typically starts in Fall Quarter
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