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What
is the difference between the Civil Engineer and a Civil
Engineering Technician?
Both
are integral members of the design and construction team
engaged in an exciting and creative industry.
The Civil Engineer is usually a graduate of a
four-year university and in many cases achieved professional
registration by the State Board of Registration.
The civil engineer is usually a project manager who
performs the major design decisions and directs the
operations of many design technicians.
The civil engineering technician plays many roles in
the project continuum:
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Gather
field and office data for the project using electronic
distance measuring equipment, global positioning
systems, electronic sampling equipment and computer
workstations.
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Prepare
construction drawings and contract documents using
computer workstations.
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Perform
construction layout, determine construction material
quality control, provide quality assurance electronic
surveying equipment and material testing equipment and
monitor the project progress using scheduling software.
Can
I get my two-year degree at Columbus State and transfer to a
four-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree?
The
associate of applied science degree is designed as a
terminal degree leading directly to employment.
There are many instances where some courses or all of
the technical degree will transfer to a four-year
university. However,
the transferability of courses, particularly technical
courses, is at the discretion of the receiving institution.
Transferability is usually reviewed on a case-by-case
basis. As a
result of this individuality, students considering
transferring to a four-year university are encouraged to
meet with their academic advisor prior to starting the
program.
What
is the outlook for a career in this profession?
Currently
and historically, there is a shortage of civil engineering
technicians; that is, there are more unfilled positions than
graduates. This
allows the graduate to find the position and employer which
best fulfills his/her career goals.
Given the diversity of fields of interest within the
civil engineering profession the demand for technicians is
expected to continue and probably increase.
What
if I want something short-term which will make me
immediately employable?
Besides
the two year degree the Surveying Certificate is a one-year,
three-quarter program, which provides a basis for
entry-level careers in survey field and office operations.
The one-year certificate is a directed focus program
which empowers students with those skills necessary for
construction layout of buildings and roadways and, working
under the direction of Registered Surveyor, in land
surveying and subdivision of land. Specific employment positions include instrument person,
field crew chief and drafter/designer.
What
if I already have a degree and wish to enhance my
employability?
The
courses within Civil Engineering Technology are a
combination of theory and applications oriented educational
experiences taught by experienced professionals.
The student is presented with the latest software and
hardware in applications, problem-solving environment.
Actual field and design projects are simulated to
prepare the student for immediate, productive employment.
Can
I achieve professional registration as an engineer or a
surveyor?
The
Ohio Revised Code for requirements for professional
registration as an engineer or a surveyor include a bachelor
of science degree in the specific field, four (4) years of
internship/experience under the direct supervision of a
professional and successful completion of two State Board
Examinations.
However,
a person having a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
can fulfill the educational requirements toward professional
registration as a surveyor.
The Surveying Certificate encompasses those surveying
courses, which when coupled with a Bachelor of Science in
Civil Engineering fulfills the State of Ohio Board of
Registration for Engineers and Surveyors Education
Requirements toward registration as a Professional Surveyor.
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