2017 - 2018 Calendar Proof

2017 - 2018 Calendar Proof

CE

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Prerequisites and corequisites are indicated for specific courses where required. Under exceptional conditions the prerequisite or corequisite requirement may be waived with the consent of the instructor and the Department Chair. The following courses (or equivalents) are prerequisites for all 3000-level or higher Civil Engineering courses: CE1023, ENGG1001, ENGG1003, ENGG1015, CS1003, MATH1013, MATH1503.

The availability of elective courses should be verified with the Department of Civil Engineering before selection.

Notes:

1.  See beginning of Section H for abbreviations, course numbers and coding.

2.  * indicates laboratory periods are scheduled for alternate weeks.

3.  [W] indicates courses with a significant amount of writing in English. (HIST 3925 or SOCI 2534 in the CE CORE program also have a [W] designation.)

CE 1023 / Statics for Engineers / 4 ch (3C 2T)
Forces and moments are introduced with vector algebra, followed by the application of equilibrium conditions for particles and rigid bodies. Free body diagrams (FBD’s) are used to analyze trusses, frames and machines, as well as internal member forces (bending moment and shear force diagrams). Additional topics include friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: PHYS 1081, Corequisite MATH 1003
CE 2023 / Mechanics of Materials / 5 ch (3C 3L)
Elastic and plastic stress, strain; behaviour of beams and columns; torsion; material strength. Prerequisite: CE 1023. Co-requisite: MATH 1013.
CE 2033 / Structural Analysis / 5 ch (3C 3L)
Influence lines, calculation of deflections, flexibility analysis, stiffness analysis and approximate analysis. Prerequisite: CE 2023.
CE 2113 / Soil Mechanics I / 4 ch (3C 3L*)
Soil properties, seepage, effective stress, consolidation, shear strength. Prerequisite: ESCI 1001, ESCI 1026, CE 2023. Co-requisite: CE 2703 or CHE 2703.
CE 2703 / Introduction to Fluid Mechanics / 4 ch (3C 1T)
Physical properties of liquids and gases, fluid statics, kinematics of fluid flow, energy considerations in steady flow, momentum and dynamic forces in fluid flow, fluid measurements, introduction to forces on immersed bodies. Prerequisites: CE 1023, MATH 1013
CE2913 Numerical Problem Solving 4 ch (3C 2L)
An introduction to the application of numerical methods and statistical techniques to the solution of civil engineering problems. Introduction to the systems approach and system analysis terminology. Numerical solution of civil engineering problems using root finding, interpolation, integration, and the solution of systems of algebraic equations. Introduction to the numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations. Techniques such as multiple linear regression, stepwise regression, time series analysis, nonparametric tests, and optimization are applied to the design and operation of civil engineering systems.
Prerequisites: CS 1003, STAT 2593, MATH1503, MATH 2513
CE 2973 / Civil Engineering Design I / 3 ch (2C 2L) [W]
Continued development of communication skills used by engineers through the application of the design process to meet a well-defined set of requirements and constraints. Communication aspects emphasized include graphical representations of designs, formalized design calculations, and the development of project schedules and estimates. Design aspects emphasize the generation, iteration and analyses of alternatives. Credit will not be given for both this course and CE3973. Prerequisites: ENGG1003, ENGG 1015
CE 3053 / Reinforced Concrete Design I / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Introduction to design of reinforced concrete structural elements by limit states design. Design of beams and one way slabs for flexure and shear, bond and development of reinforcement, serviceability limits, columns, and footing design. Prerequisite: CE 2033, CE 3513.
CE 3063 / Structural Steel Design I / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Introduction to the National Building Code followed by design of tension and compression members, trusses and beams, plate girders and connections in steel. Prerequisite: CE 2033.
CE 3123 / Foundation Engineering I / 4 ch (3C 1T)
Lateral earth pressures, shallow and deep foundations, stability of cuts and slopes. Prerequisite: CE 2113.
CE 3201 / Transportation Engineering / 5 ch (3C 3L)
Principles of transportation engineering: modal characteristics, travel demand functions, traffic flow theories and models, and vehicle-track principles. Highway transportation classification, elements and design principles. Laboratory work is field-oriented and involves elementary traffic studies. Prerequisite: STAT 2593
CE 3403 / Environmental Engineering / 4 ch (3C 3L)
Introduces the problems and principles of control or modification of the environment. Considers an environmental dimension to all planning, design and analysis functions carried out by engineers. Restricted to students with at least 60 ch completed. Prerequisite: CE 2703 or CHE 2703.
CE 3513 / Materials for Civil Engineers / 4 ch (3C 2L)
The manufacture and use of Portland cement, concrete, and concrete products. Structure, production, physical properties, and use of ferrous and nonferrous metals, bituminous materials, wood, and plastics. Preservation of materials. Prerequisite CHE 2501.
CE 3603 / Construction Engineering / 4 ch (3C 2T)
The management of on-site construction processes for various project objectives (e.g., time, cost, safety, quality, environment), contracting processes and common construction work processes. Application of the NB Occupational Health and Safety Commission Act and Regulations to construction is covered. Relationships of participants in the construction industry. Standard contract documents. Restricted to students with at least 60 ch successfully completed.
CE 3713 / Hydraulics and Hydrology / 5 ch (3C 3L)
Water flow in pipes; computer-based analysis of pipe networks; characteristics of pumps; open channel flow; similitude and dimensional analysis. The hydrological cycle; precipitation, runoff and hydrograph analysis; the rational method; flood and drought frequency analysis; groundwater flow. Prerequisites: CE 2703 or CHE 2703.
CE 3933 / Numerical Methods for Civil Engineers / 3 ch (3C)
Numerical methods appropriate to the solution of deterministic problems in civil engineering. Considers root finding, interpolation, integration, solution of systems of algebraic equations, ordinary and partial differential equations. Prerequisites: CS 1003 or equivalent, MATH 1013, MATH 1503, MATH 2513
CE 3963 / Engineering Economy / 3 ch (3C)
Basic methods of engineering economy including time value of money, compound interest models, interest and discount rates, and depreciation; critical path methods. Emphasis is placed on commonly used computational procedures. Restricted to students with at least 60 ch completed. Prerequisite: CS 1003 or equivalent.
CE 3983 / Civil Engineering Design II / 3 ch (1C 4L) [W]
Design of a system or process to meet desired needs within identified constraints and communication of the result to a broader audience. Design topics covered include the identification and application of standards, codes and regulations, and approaches for managing a broad set of design constraints such as health and safety, sustainability, economic, environmental, social, constructability, operability, and ethical. Communication skills developed in this course emphasize interaction with clients and the public. Credit will not be given for both this course and CE4613. Prerequisite: CE 2973.
CE 4613 / Construction Engineering II / 3 ch (3C)
Construction of temporary works and construction methods. Includes excavations, trenches, stabilization, sheet piling, cofferdams, formwork, falsework, scaffolding, failure and accident statistics, costs and liability. Emphasis on application of the NB Occupational Health and Safety Commission Act and Regulations to construction. Restricted to students with at least 110 ch completed. Credit will not be given for both this course and CE3983. Prerequisite: CE 3603 and CE3973.
CE 4923 / Systems Design / 3 ch (3C)
Techniques such as multiple linear regression, stepwise regression, time series analysis, forecasting, nonparametric tests, and optimization are applied to the design and operation of civil engineering systems. Prerequisite: STAT 2593.
CE 4973 / Team Design Project / 4 ch ( 1C 6L) [W]
Working in teams, students will complete an engineering design project that draws on their knowledge and skills obtained in previous courses. Student teams will design a structure, system, or process to meet a broad range of specified constraints. Students will manage their projects professionally, prepare a comprehensive written report, and present their design work orally. Restricted to students with at least 120 ch completed. Prerequisite: CE 3973 or both CE 2973 and CE3983.
CE 4993 / Senior Team Design / 6 ch ( 1C 3L)
Working in teams, students will complete a full year Civil engineering design project that draws on their combined knowledge from the core courses in the program. By engaging an identified client with a design problem, student teams will work through the entire process of developing a design solution with the support of industry and academic mentors. Students will manage their projects professionally, prepare comprehensive design documentation, and present and defend all aspects of their design to the client and a broader audience. Prerequisite: Completion of all Civil Engineering core courses. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, but under no circumstances will a student who is missing more than two core Civil courses be permitted into Senior Team Design.

UPPER LEVEL ELECTIVE COURSES

CE 5003 / Structural Dynamics / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Dynamic equilibrium of structural engineering problems with topics including linear dynamics, discrete and continuous systems, free and forced vibration, transient response using numerical integration and Duhamel’s integral, and modal analysis of multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Practical problems exploring structures under dynamic loads such as earthquake, wind, and blast are covered.
Prerequisite: CE2033 and either CE3053 or CE3063 and either CE3933 or CE2913
CE 5013 / Earthquake Engineering / 3 ch (3C)
Historic and analytic evaluation of the effect of earthquakes on structures. The analytic evaluation will be based on an analysis of the dynamic response of the structural system when modelled as a single or multidegree of freedom system. Structural design concepts which minimize the effects of earthquakes will also be covered. Prerequisite: CE 2033.
CE 5043 / Structural Engineering / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Advanced methods of structural analysis and design, including matrix stiffness analysis of plane structures (trusses, beams and frames). Fundamental concepts related to the stiffness method are introduced during the development of a simple computer program for plane frame analysis, and approximate methods of analysis are used to check computer solutions. Prerequisites: CE 2033 and either CE 3053 or CE 3063.
CE 5053 / Reinforced Concrete Design II / 4 ch (3C 3L)
Continuation of CE 3053. Includes a review of flexure and shear requirements for limit states design, serviceability limits and deflection calculations, torsion, slender columns, continuity, two-way slabs, and footing design. Consideration of prestressed concrete, strut-and-tie modeling, and comparison with ACI design code requirements. Requires a group design project. Prerequisite(s): CE 2033, CE 3053.
CE 5062 / Introduction to the Finite Element Method / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Basic concepts and mathematical foundations of the Finite Element Method (FEM). Application of the FEM for numerical simulation of engineering problems. Students apply the FEM theories to develop basic computer programs; students are also introduced to commercial finite element software. Prerequisite: CE 5043 or permission fo the instructor.
CE 5063 / Structural Steel Design II / 4 ch (3C 2L)
The behaviour of beam-columns, plate girders, composite steel/concrete girders, and welded and bolted connections are presented and design methods are developed. The concepts of structural stability, fatigue, common structural systems in steel buildings and bridges, and application of computer in structural steel design are also introduced.
Prerequisite: CE 2033, CE 3053, CE 3063.
CE 5073 / Structural Masonry Design / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Review of structural principles and codes relating to masonry and properties of masonry components; analysis and design of components; architectural and construction considerations related to masonry. Prerequisites: CE 2033, CE 3053, CE 3063.
CE 5083 / Structural Wood Design / 3 ch (3C)
Introduction to structural principles and codes relating to wood design. Consideration will be given to the design of individual elements (beams, columns, etc.) and systems of elements (shear walls, laminated bridge decks, etc.), as well as available computer software to assist in wood design. Prerequisite: CE 2033.
CE 5132 / Foundation Engineering II / 3 ch (3C)
A continuation of earlier soils engineering courses dealing with shallow foundations (including design of reinforced concrete footings), deep foundations, excavations, cofferdams and factors relating to foundation design. Prerequisite: CE 3123.
CE 5141 / Embankments I / 3 ch (3C)
Engineering for earthfill structures such as dams, dykes, causeways and other embankment structures employed in civil engineering projects. Prerequisite: CE 2113.
CE 5153 / Environmental Geotechnics / 4 ch (3C 3L*)
Design of sanitary landfills, with emphasis on clay liners and composite liners. Properties of geosynthetics. Geotechnical properties of municipal solid waste. Landfilling procedures. Hydrological evaluation of sanitary landfills. Site selection. Prerequisite: CE2113.
CE 5201 / Road Materials and Structures / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Soil classification, compaction, and stabilization for optimum use in road construction. Structural and hydraulic aspects of small scale drainage systems for roads. Prerequisites: CE 2113, CE 3713.
CE 5203 / Transportation Planning / 4 ch (3C 2L)
Topics focus on several aspects of transportation planning, including studies and survey methods, data collection and analysis techniques, transport models, Geographic Information Systems in transportation (GIS-T), and transportation governance and policy. Prerequisite: CE3201
CE 5212 / Pavement Design I / 4 ch (3C 3L)
A study of the design and construction of highway pavements. Production and testing of bituminous materials, design of bituminous mixtures, thickness design for flexible pavements, design of rigid pavements, and construction methods. Prerequisite: CE 2113.
CE 5222 / Traffic Engineering / 4 ch (3C 3L)
Single vehicle and traffic stream characteristics; traffic studies; surveys, and analysis; traffic control devices; operations and economics of intersections and interchanges; traffic accident studies; legal and administrative aspects. Prerequisite: CE 3201.
CE 5232 / Transport Facility Design / 4 ch (3C 2L) [W]
Topics focus on the analysis and design of highway and rail infrastructure and incorporate the economic, environmental and operational issues associated with facility development. Aerodrome planning, airport design standards and capacity concepts are also discussed. Special lectures will cover topics such as airport operations, pipeline construction techniques and marine vessel and port design. Prerequisite: CE 3201.
CE 5241 / Introduction to Pavement Management Systems / 3 ch (3C)
Basic concepts in pavement management; programming of investments over a network of roads; optimization of individual level project investment; pavement evaluation techniques; structure and manipulation of data banks for pavement management systems. Prerequisite: CE 3201.