COURSE CURRICULUM

The Civil Engineering undergraduate program at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) provides students with a comprehensive foundation across all core disciplines within civil engineering, including structural, geotechnical, construction, materials, environmental, hydrotechnical, and transportation engineering. This wide-ranging core ensures students graduate with a solid understanding of the critical components that support the design, analysis, and construction of infrastructure projects. The curriculum also incorporates principles from related fields such as mechanical and geomatics engineering, preparing students to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines. In addition to technical training, core courses from the faculties of Arts and Science support students in developing essential skills in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing, economics, and communication. Key courses include Statics for Engineers, Mechanics of Materials, Soil Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, and Hydraulics and Hydrology, along with specialized courses like Reinforced Concrete Design, Structural Steel Design, Transportation Engineering, and Environmental Engineering. Students also complete practical labs, such as geology and materials labs, and engage in programming, engineering design projects, and a senior team capstone design. Complementary subjects such as Engineering Economy, Law and Ethics, and Technical Communications ensure a well-rounded education. The inclusion of economics, geology, and probability further strengthens students’ analytical and problem-solving abilities. This robust core program equips graduates to meet real-world engineering challenges with confidence, skill, and professionalism.