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Civil engineering stands as the most ancient engineering field. As the world's population expands, industries become more intricate, and urban landscapes evolve, the civil engineer's mission—to harness science for managing and leveraging the environment to benefit humanity—presents a challenge unmatched in the engineering realm.
The civil engineering curriculum at Illinois Tech offers a broad foundation in essential sub-disciplines (such as structures, transportation, and construction management) and allows for in-depth focus in a chosen specialization (determined by the student and their academic advisor).
In professional coursework, classroom instruction is enhanced by hands-on laboratory sessions, covering topics like materials science, concrete, hydraulics, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, and surveying.