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CEE471 Special Topics in Civil Engineering
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: Senior Level Standing
The goal of this course is to introduce new emerging topics or issues in Civil Engineering. The
course content is selected by the instructor to align with the students interests and provide a
comprehensive overview of contemporary Special Topics in Civil Engineering. The course content
is carefully designed to cover the latest advancements and trends in the civil engineering field.
Through lectures, learning activities and assignments, this course takes a deep dive into a selection
of topics with a focus on their application in the construction industry and covers topics that could
lead into research ideas. The course offers a thorough introduction to the most recent
developments in civil engineering, such as Design of Composite Members and Structural Stability,
Sustainability in Structural Designs and Green Construction, Smart and Resilient Infrastructure, 3D
printing and AI, Geotechnical Innovation, Innovative and Advance in Materials, Sustainable
Transportation System and Water Resource Management. Students will gain valuable insights into
innovative technologies and innovative practices that are shaping the future of civil engineering.

CEE490 Senior Design Project
Credits: 3 (0,0,6) Prerequisite: ENG 301, Senior level Standing
Project groups deliver their products that have progressed through the design, analysis, testing,
and evaluation stages. The project teams produce a polished professional report that describes
the design process, implementation, testing, verification, and validation, and a critical appraisal of
the project. An oral presentation and graphic works are complementary project deliverables.

CEE492 COOP
Credits: 10 (10,0,0) Prerequisite: Completion of 128 credit hours
The PSU COOP Education Program combines classroom learning with work experience to assist
students in applying their knowledge and skills to real-life situations and building strong
partnerships between the PSU and the local business community, as well as enabling our students
to create future quality careers in response to the evolving local economic and workforce
development needs. Students are expected to prepare and present a report of their work
experience.

CEE493 Internship
Credits: 1 Prerequisite: CEE 490, Completion of 128 credit hours
This is an eight-week professional training course in Civil and Environmental Engineering. The
program combines classroom learning with work experience to assist students in applying their
knowledge and skills to real life situations and enable our students to create future quality career
in response to the evolving of local economic and workforce development needs. Students are
expected to prepare and present a report of their work experience.

CHM100 Chemistry in Life
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: None
This is an elective course of chemistry which is designed for students from various backgrounds,
offering insights into the practical applications of chemistry and biochemistry in everyday life.
Throughout the course, students will explore topics such as food and nutrition, industrial
chemistry, Drugs and medicinal chemistry, and environmental concerns, all framed within familiar
contexts and aligned with the sustainable practices and their implications.

CHM101 General Chemistry
Credits: 4 (3,0,3) Prerequisites: None
This course introduces students to the basics of chemistry and the makeup of matter. Several
fundamental models of chemistry are looked at, the relationship of chemistry to the real world is
understood, and students experiment and develop problem solving skills.

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