Civil and Environmental Engineering (BSc, 4 Years)

Program Overview

This comprehensive civil and environmental engineering program provides a solid foundation in core engineering principles and skills. Students can specialize in either civil or environmental engineering through elective courses, while also completing science, mathematics, and language expression requirements. The program emphasizes practical experience through hands-on laboratory sessions and projects, preparing graduates for diverse career opportunities in both fields.

Program Outline

Outline:

Section A – Major Requirements:

• This section forms the core of the program, encompassing 160 ECTS credits.
• It comprises fundamental knowledge and skills in civil and environmental engineering.
• Key courses include:
• Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Technical Drawing and CAD
• Building Construction Principles
• Construction Materials
• Structural Analysis I & II
• Structural Dynamics
• Soil Mechanics
• Reinforced Concrete I & II
• Steel Structures I & II
• Construction Management
• Principles of Environmental Engineering
• Engineering Surveying
• Road and Highway Engineering
• Computer-Aided Structural Analysis and Design
• Foundations and Retaining Structure Design
• Hydraulics
• Wastewater Treatment
• Earthquake Engineering
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Capstone Design Project I & II
• Programming Principles I
• Probability and Statistics for Engineers
• Numerical Methods using MATLAB
• Engineering Mechanics: Statics
• Strength of Materials
• Fluid Mechanics
# Section B – Major Electives (Concentration 1: Civil Engineering):
• Students can choose 30 ECTS from this category to specialize in specific areas.
• It enables them to become professional civil engineers in various sub-fields.
• Course options include:
• Engineering Law and Contracts
• Finite Element Structural Analysis
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Ground Improvement Techniques
• Coastal Engineering
• Bridge Analysis and Design
• Pre-Stressed Concrete
• Timber Structures
• Masonry Structures
• Transportation Plan and Design
• Special Topics in Civil Engineering
• Internship
# Section C – Major Electives (Concentration 2: Environmental Engineering):
• This category allows students to focus on environmental issues.
• It provides them with the skills to become environmental engineers.
• Course options include:
• Water Resource Engineering
• Waste Management
• Sustainable Buildings and Infrastructure
• Air Pollution Engineering
• Mathematical Models in Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Biology and Applied Ecology
• Industrial Waste Treatment Technologies
• Energy Efficiency of Buildings
• Special Topics in Environmental Engineering
• Internship
# Section D – Science Requirements:
• Students must complete 16 ECTS of science-related courses.
• These courses provide a foundation in scientific principles relevant to engineering.
• Key courses include:
• Environmental Chemistry
• Engineering Geology
# Section E – Mathematics Requirements:
• Students must complete 28 ECTS of mathematics courses.
• These courses provide a strong foundation in mathematical skills necessary for engineering applications.
• Key courses include:
• Calculus I & II
• Linear Algebra I
• Ordinary Differential Equations
# Section F – Language Expression:
• Students must complete 6 ECTS of a course focusing on technical writing and research skills.
• This course equips them with effective communication skills for professional writing in the field.
# Section G – Unallocated Courses:
• Students can choose additional courses to complete their remaining required credits.
• This allows them to further personalize their learning experience and explore areas of interest.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods include:
• Comprehensive final exams
• Continuous assessment through:
• Class participation
• Homework assignments
• Laboratory reports
• Mid-term exams
• Semester projects
• Grades are assigned based on the weighting of final exams and continuous assessment, with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 required for graduation.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include:
• Interactive lectures
• Hands-on laboratory sessions
• Problem-solving exercises
• Group projects
• Individual assignments
• Guest lectures by industry professionals
• The program boasts a highly qualified faculty with expertise in various areas of civil and environmental engineering.
• Faculty members are actively involved in research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
• The program also utilizes modern teaching technologies and facilities to enhance the learning experience.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program are well-equipped for diverse career opportunities in the fields of:
• Civil engineering:
• Residential, commercial, and public buildings
• Transportation networks (roads, highways, bridges, railways)
• Tunnels, dams, and retaining structures
• Ports, airports, and coastal structures
• Water supply and sewage systems
• Rehabilitation and seismic strengthening of existing buildings
• Environmental engineering:
• Energy efficiency of buildings
• Recycling and solid waste management
• Wastewater management and treatment
• Air pollution control
• Environmental impact assessment
• The program also prepares graduates for further studies at the postgraduate level in related fields.

Other:

• The program is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sport and Youth of Cyprus and the Scientific and Technical Chamber of Cyprus (ETEK).
• It is also certified by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA).
• The University of Nicosia is recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (D.O.A.T.A.P.)
as equivalent to Greek H.E.I.
• The program places a strong emphasis on practical and experimental hands-on experience, enhancing graduates' prospects for successful employment in their chosen field.