CIVIL, CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL
What do civil, construction and environmental engineers do?
Since the beginning of civilization, people have been building with the use of engineering principles. Modern society depends on this contribution from the civil, construction and environmental engineer, whose education is systematically developed from a strong background in mathematics and the physical and engineering sciences. The engineer must relate to society and fellow men and women and be aware of how the engineering principles can be applied for the benefit of others.
Civil, construction and environmental engineers are also stewards of the land, its resources and environment. Many are involved in activities such as watershed and environmental planning, sustainable resource development and environmental protection.
Civil, construction and environmental engineers design and build the infrastructure of civilization. Activities include conception, design, and construction of:
- highway systems
- mass transit systems
- bridges
- buildings and skyscrapers
- dams and locks
- airports
- water treatment and water distribution systems
- waste treatment systems
Engineers in this profession often work in one (or more) of four sub-disciplines or sub-specialties:
- Construction Engineering and Management (CEMA)
- Environmental Engineering (ENEN)
- Structural Engineering and Structural Mechanics (SESM)
- Transportation Engineering and Materials (TEAM)
Department Mission
The mission of the Department is to educate students in the Jesuit tradition of ethics based education who are competent in their technical field, appreciate the moral and ethical impact of their professional work and continue their professional development throughout their careers, to advance the state of technical and scientific knowledge through research and to provide service to the civic and professional communities.
Department Educational Objectives
Department Educational Objectives
The Department has established the following educational objectives for its program:
- develop an appreciation for religious, moral, ethical and human values
- provide a foundation for the application of the fundamentals of science and mathematics for solving engineering problems
- provide a foundation for understanding the application of civil engineering by giving students an opportunity to experience the civil engineering profession through the co-operative engineering program, service learning, summer internships and/or hands-on experience in laboratory courses
- prepare students to communicate effectively in written, graphical and oral form
- prepare students to be leaders by providing opportunities to exhibit leadership and develop team building skills
- instill a commitment to life-long learning
Contact Information
Christopher M. Foley, PhD, PE
Chair and Professor
(414) 288-5741
chris.foley@marquette.edu
Mark O. Federle, PhD, PE, CPC
Associate Chair, Professor and McShane Chair in Construction Engineering
(414) 288-4531
mark.federle@marquette.edu
Stephen M. Heinrich, PhD
Professor and Director of Graduate Studies
(414) 288-5466
stephen.heinrich@marquette.edu
Pamela Golanowski
Administrative Assistant
(414) 288-7030
pamela.golanowski@marquette.edu
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