Assistant Professor Tarek Aziz works with a student in the Hydraulics Lab in the Fitts-Woolard building on Centennial Campus.

Engineering the Future

At CCEE, you won’t just learn about engineering — you'll master the systems that move society forward. We design and deliver solutions that shape everyday life.

Where Big Ideas Get To Work

Our world is constantly in motion, and it takes bold thinkers to keep it moving safely, sustainably and efficiently. The Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering transforms today’s bold thinkers into tomorrow’s engineering leaders through hands-on experience and deep industry connections.

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We’re a close-knit community with a reach that extends across our state and around the world. Whether you dream of designing more resilient cities, managing multimillion-dollar construction projects or ensuring safer drinking water for your community, CCEE gives you the ultimate entry point into a durable, high-impact career.

89% Fundamentals of Engineering First-Time Pass Rate

Above national average first-time pass rates of roughly 68-70%

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June 22, 2026

Detlef Knappe Recognized as ‘Trailblazer’ in Forever Chemicals Research

A 30-year veteran of NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) was recently recognized for his research on forever chemicals. Detlef Knappe, S. James Ellen Distinguished Professor…

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June 16, 2026

Madison Mueller ’23: Supporting Communities Through Engineering and Faith

Since graduating from NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), Madison Mueller has spent the last few years traveling across Africa. Mueller knew from a young age…

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June 09, 2026

New Structural Connection Can Shorten Construction Times and Strengthen Buildings Against Earthquakes

Researchers at NC State are developing a way to construct bridges faster and make them more resilient against natural disasters. In a recent study, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental…

First Accredited Undergrad Construction Engineering Program Nationally

Established in 1954.

Top 25 Undergrad Civil Engineering Program

U.S. News and World Report 2026

Top 15 Undergrad Environmental Engineering Program

U.S. News and World Report 2026

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A Trusted Partner for Industry

NC State was created to move industry forward across North Carolina and beyond. Through initiatives like our Corporate Affiliates Program, we forge partnerships with industry that fuel learning experiences for our students, growth opportunities for our partners, and a pipeline of talented engineers prepared to lead in their communities.

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Students work in the Fincher Lab in Fitts-Woolard Hall. NC State University's Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering offers undergraduate degrees in civil engineering, construction engineering, and environmental engineering.

Programs and Degrees

A degree from CCEE is more than an education — it’s a launchpad to leadership in modern engineering. We offer three undergraduate degrees and five graduate degrees across multiple focus areas.

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Research and Facilities

Faculty and students collaborate across our cutting-edge workspaces to bridge engineering, data science and policy, turning research into real-world solutions for industry and society.

Uncover our impacts

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Life at CCEE

Through immersive educational and leadership experiences, our students build the confidence, networks and know-how to choose where and how they’ll make their mark in their careers.

Discover what you can do

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Alumni Impact

Our highly engaged alumni ensure current students stay grounded in our history and traditions and that CCEE remains at the forefront of civil, construction and environmental engineering.

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Fitts-Woolard Hall in the fall. — Join a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art home — Fitts-Woolard Hall, on NC State’s Centennial Campus — co-led by CCEE Department Head Jacqueline Gibson.

“I can do so many different things with this degree. I can teach, work at a firm, go work in government, eventually run my own company. I like that I have options — and that I’ll always have a job.”

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❤️ FULL-CIRCLE MOMENT: Less than 10 years after graduating from #NCStateCCEE, alumni Leah Hart ’20 and Logan Herman ’19 are back on campus to renovate a building that holds many memories for them.

In the summer of 2025, a major renovation began at Mann Hall. The building served as CCEE`s home before the department transitioned to Fitts-Woolard Hall in 2020.

Now with Holder Construction, Leah and Logan are helping transform their former classroom building into a premier learning space for future engineering students. 👷

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❤️ FULL-CIRCLE MOMENT: Less than 10 years after graduating from #NCStateCCEE, alumni Leah Hart ’20 and Logan Herman ’19 are back on campus to renovate a building that holds many memories for them.

In the summer of 2025, a major renovation began at Mann Hall. The building served as CCEE's home before the department transitioned to Fitts-Woolard Hall in 2020.

Now with Holder Construction, Leah and Logan are helping transform their former classroom building into a premier learning space for future engineering students. 👷

One month post graduation, and we’re still not over it. Miss you, Class of 2026! 🥹

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We hope you’re having a restful summer break. 😌💤

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We hope you’re having a restful summer break. 😌💤

About Our Department

We’ve grown up alongside North Carolina’s communities and industries, even as we’ve helped our state grow and thrive. Learn more about our history, how we became the department we are today — and how we’re building a bright future for the people and communities we reach.

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