Where Engineers Begin

At CCEE, undergraduate education is hands-on, flexible, and grounded in tangible results. From your first year, you’ll learn by doing, working in teams, applying modern tools, and solving problems that shape how people live, move, and thrive.

Our three undergraduate degrees share a common foundation in engineering rigor and practical experience, while allowing you to focus on the systems, environments, or projects that interest you most. Whether your path leads to industry, public service, graduate study, or entrepreneurship, you’ll graduate prepared to step in with confidence.

What All CCEE Undergraduates Share

• ABET-accredited degree programs
• Learn-by-doing curriculum with labs, fieldwork, and team-based projects
• Strong faculty advising and one-on-one mentorship
• Access to internships, co-ops, and industry-connected experiences
• FE exam pass rates that consistently exceed national averages
• Career outcomes in high-demand, resilient engineering fields

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Designing the systems that support modern society
Civil engineering focuses on the infrastructure that communities depend on every day. As a civil engineering student, you’ll learn how to design, analyze, and improve systems that support transportation, water resources, structures, and resilient communities. Read our Careers and Program Overview.

What you’ll work on

• Transportation and mobility systems
• Structural and geotechnical systems
• Water resources and infrastructure
• Community-scale engineering solutions

Skills you’ll build

• Engineering analysis and design
• Systems thinking across interconnected infrastructure
• Technical communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving at scale

Careers and pathways
Graduates pursue careers with engineering firms, public agencies, utilities, consulting companies, and construction organizations, or continue on to graduate study.

BSCE Curriculum and Program Details

Curriculum and Advising	Plan of Work and Elective Table with Semester Schedules and Prerequisites for B.S. in Civil Engineering (Active for Fall 2024, Active for Fall 2025, for other years consult with CCEE UG office) CE Worksheet (Fall 2024 and earlier; *NEW* Fall 2025 and after) CCEE Advising Notes CE Program Educational Objectives (PEO) CE Student Outcomes
Credit hours to graduate	126
Undergraduate research thesis	CE499 – Undergraduate Research CE 499 – Research Thesis Contract CE 499 – 3 credit hour option CE 499 – 1 + 2 credit hour option (2 semesters) UG Research Thesis Template
Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s	Qualified undergraduate students can obtain a master’s degree within 2 to 3 semesters past BS graduation through the ABM program. ABM Worksheet for BS CE Majors.
Accreditation	The NC State Civil Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

B.S. in Environmental Engineering

Protecting public health and the natural environment
Environmental engineering prepares students to develop practical solutions to some of today’s most pressing environmental challenges. You’ll apply engineering principles to protect water, air, and natural systems while supporting sustainable communities. Read our Careers and Program Overview.

What you’ll work on

• Water and wastewater treatment systems
• Pollution prevention and control
• Climate and environmental resilience
• Environmental data analysis and modeling

Skills you’ll build

• Environmental systems analysis
• Laboratory and field-based investigation
• Data-driven decision-making
• Applied problem-solving for complex challenges

Careers and pathways
Graduates work in environmental consulting, public health and regulatory agencies, utilities, research organizations, and sustainability-focused roles, with many pursuing graduate study.

B.S. in Construction Engineering

Turning designs into reality
Construction engineering blends engineering fundamentals with management, leadership, and real-world execution. This degree prepares students to plan, coordinate, and deliver complex construction projects safely, efficiently, and effectively. Read our Careers and Program Overview.

What you’ll work on

• Construction planning and project delivery
• Cost estimating and scheduling
• Safety, quality, and risk management
• Coordination between design and field teams

Skills you’ll build

• Project management and leadership
• Engineering and construction methods
• Communication across multidisciplinary teams
• Decision-making in fast-paced environments

Careers and pathways
Graduates pursue careers with construction firms, contractors, developers, and infrastructure organizations, often moving quickly into leadership and management roles.

Research Experience for Undergraduates

High-achieving CCEE students can step beyond the classroom through our Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. Working alongside faculty mentors, participants conduct meaningful research in civil, construction and environmental engineering — gaining hands-on experience that strengthens graduate school applications and sharpens professional focus.

Competitive and selective, the REU program is designed for students ready to deepen their expertise, contribute to real discovery and explore advanced study pathways.