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59 Courses


COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE189 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (1CR) 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE189A 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (1CR) 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE189B 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (1CR) 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE189C 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (1CR) 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE189D 2026-2 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (1CR) 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE201 2026-1 INTRO TO CIVIL ENGINEERING 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=1.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course introduces cadets to the civil engineering profession. The course consists of classroom instruction and activities that addresses who civil engineers are, what they build, how they design, and how the West Point Civil Engineering program prepares cadets to enter the profession.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE289 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (2CR) 2.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE289A 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (2CR) 2.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE289B 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (2CR) 2.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE350 2026-1 INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course identifies, analyzes, and assesses built infrastructure which is the foundation for modern society. The complex and interconnected nature of infrastructures is investigated and demands on critical components are calculated. Students explore the non-technical factors necessary for the functioning of infrastructure including supplies, trained personnel, and cross-sector dependencies. The course provides a basis for understanding the complexity and cost of maintaining, rebuilding and developing infrastructure. Major blocks of instruction include water and wastewater, power, transportation, solid waste, communications systems, and sustainability. Several in-class scenarios are provided to synthesize the connectivity between the major items of infrastructure. Finally, as infrastructure is one of the six variables in the joint operating environment, the knowledge gained is employed to analyze infrastructure in the context of combat operations.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE364 2026-1 MECHANICS OF MATERIALS 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course studies the behavior of a variety of materials under normal, shear, torsional, bending and combined loads. The concepts of stress, strain, failure theory and failure mechanisms are explored. The loading, geometry, functional environment and material properties of machine or structural parts are used to relate the forces applied to a body to the resulting internal forces and deformations so that performance can be evaluated. Practical applications involving the design and adequacy of mechanical and structural elements under various loading and environmental conditions are emphasized. The course includes several laboratory experiences that require students to develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE371 2026-1 SOIL MECHANICS/FNDTN ENGNRG 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE Soil Mechanics is the study of soil properties which govern the use of soil as a construction or foundation material. The course is devoted to describing soils, analyzing soil stresses, determining consolidation settlement, designing earth embankments, determining earth pressures, and designing foundations based upon applicable engineering principles and recognition of the fundamental concepts of soil behavior. The course includes several laboratory experiences that require students to develop and conduct experiments to examine soil properties, analyze and interpret data, use engineering judgement to draw conclusions, and extract necessary parameters for design.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE380 2026-1 HYDROLOGY/HYDRAULIC DESIGN 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course studies both hydrology, which is the study of occurrence, movement and distribution of rainfall, and hydraulic design, which is the application of fluid mechanics and other science an engineering disciplines in the design of structures and development of water resources. Hydrologic principles are applied to model and analyze the distribution and movement of rainfall in a watershed. Hydraulic principles are applied to analyze and design flow through systems of reservoirs, channels and culverts. The course makes extensive use of computer simulation models used in engineering practice. The course includes several laboratory experiences that require students to develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE389 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (3CR) 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE389A 2026-1 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CE (3CR) 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet pursues study of a research or design topic in civil engineering on an individual or small group basis, independent of a formal classroom setting. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Activities vary by project but include defining the problem, studying the fundamentals involved, organizing an approach, performing research, achieving a solution, submitting a written report, and giving a formal briefing.
2026 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE399 2026-1 CIVIL ENG PRAC-FIELD ENG 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course provides cadets with an opportunity to learn and practice the field aspects of civil engineering. Topics include plane surveying, introduction to construction materials, wood frame building construction, heavy equipment operations, concrete placement and finishing, roadway construction, steel fabrication, reinforced concrete construction, bridge construction, power production, and environmental systems. Cadets perform actual construction projects as part of course requirements. LESSONS and LABS: 12 lessons of varying length, scheduled across three weeks of full-day instruction during the summer.
2026 7
2027 7
2028 7
2029 7
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE401 2026-1 CIV ENG PROF PRAC AND APP 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course prepares cadets to enter the civil engineering profession. The course consists of classroom discussions and activities that address career planning and analyzing issues in engineering ethics and sustainability. The course introduces processes to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems. The processes develop the recognition of ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering judgements considering the impact of solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE403 2026-1 STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course addresses the analysis of basic structural forms such as beams, trusses, and frames, which are found in bridges and buildings. Classical deflection techniques such as direct integration and virtual work; and indeterminate analysis techniques such as the force method and displacement method (specifically direct stiffness) are used to determine forces and deflections in elastic structures. Structural analysis computer programs are introduced and directly applied in the solution of graded analysis.
2026 8
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE404 2026-1 DSN STEEL STRUCTURES 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course teaches the engineering thought process through the design of steel structures. The course synthesizes the fundamentals of statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis and applies them to the design of structural members, with emphasis on satisfying real-world needs. Topics include an introduction to the design of structural systems, design of steel tension and compression members, design of beams and beam-columns, and an introduction to connection design. Students read, interpret and create structural plans using an intelligent 3D digital modeling and design software. Students analyze structural systems and elements using finite element modeling software. All design is performed in accordance with codes and specifications used in current engineering practice. A comprehensive design problem requires development of a design methodology, consideration of alternative solutions, and design of an optimal steel structure to meet stated functional requirements.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE450 2026-1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course focuses on the implementation portion of the design process. The management of construction is covered to include scope of work, rough order-of-magnitude estimating, scheduling, planning, progress reporting, resource constraining, and quality control. The roles of the contractor, owner, and designer are explained. An iterative decision-making design process is developed and applied in multiple contexts that requires developing requirements, performing analysis and synthesis, generating multiple solutions, evaluating solutions against requirements, considering risks, and making trade-offs, for the purpose of obtaining a high-quality solution under given circumstances.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2027 8
2028 1
2028 2
2028 8
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE472 2026-1 ADV SOIL MECHNCS/FNDTN ENGRNG 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE Students will extend what they learned in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering and design advanced foundations in this course. Topics covered are: slope stability, field testing, field instrumentation, designing braced excavations, designing piles and drilled shafts, designing flexible walls, designing earth retaining structures, and designing earth structures using geosynthetics.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE483 2026-1 DSN CONC STRUCTURES 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course introduces the materials and mechanical properties of concrete, and the design of reinforced concrete structures. Mix design and strength testing labs develop the concept of proportioning constituents for quality concrete and provide a background in techniques of material testing, quality control, and sound construction practices. The study of reinforced concrete and masonry includes analysis and design of simple structures, resulting in an appreciation for the strength and serviceability of these structures. Current codes and standards are used to guide the practical design of beams, slabs, columns, and footings. The course includes several laboratory experiences that require students to develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE489 2026-1 ADV IND STUDY CIVIL ENGRING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the cadet, in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The cadet is required to define and analyze the problem, study the fundamentals involved, organize an approach, determine a procedure, perform research and/or achieve a solution, submit a written report, and give a formal briefing.
2026 2
2026 9
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE489A 2026-1 ADV IND STUDY CIVIL ENGRING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the cadet, in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The cadet is required to define and analyze the problem, study the fundamentals involved, organize an approach, determine a procedure, perform research and/or achieve a solution, submit a written report, and give a formal briefing.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE489B 2026-1 ADV IND STUDY CIVIL ENGRING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The cadet, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the cadet, in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The cadet is required to define and analyze the problem, study the fundamentals involved, organize an approach, determine a procedure, perform research and/or achieve a solution, submit a written report, and give a formal briefing. Cadets will typically enroll in CE489B if they have already completed CE489 and CE489A.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE490 2026-1 TOPICS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the USMA curriculum. The course is intended to broaden the cadet's exposure to the civil engineering discipline. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the visiting professor or a senior civil engineering faculty member.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE490A 2026-1 TOPICS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the USMA curriculum. The course is intended to broaden the cadet's exposure to the civil engineering discipline. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the visiting professor or a senior civil engineering faculty member.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE491 2026-1 ADV STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course builds upon the material covered in CE403/453 to develop a better understanding of structural behavior. Two-dimensional analysis of trusses and frames is reviewed and extended into 3D. Matrix analysis methods, including an introduction to continuum finite elements are developed as the basis for modern computer-based structural analysis. An introduction to nonlinear analysis is presented. Coursework involves extensive use of the computer as an analytical tool. Students use state-of-the-art structural engineering analysis and design software.
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE493 2026-1 CIV ENG CAPSTONE DESIGN I 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course challenges students to identify, formulate, and solve a complex engineering problem in teams. The design problems will be open-ended in nature and involve the application of math, science, and engineering principles acquired in previous coursework. In teams, students will use an iterative design process to define the problem and requirements, analyze alternatives within constraints (e.g., applicable codes and standards), and select the best alternative to solve the problem. The design process will take into consideration public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. Teams will communicate their process and solution through written deliverables and presentations to a range of audiences. Work on this problem will continue in the next course: CE494.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE494 2026-1 CIV ENG CAPSTONE DESIGN II 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course continues the engineering design process initiated in CE493. In teams, students will model, test, implement, and communicate their solution to a complex engineering problem. The iterative design process will consider applicable codes and standards along with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. Teams will communicate their process and solution through written deliverables and presentations to a range of audiences.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CE495 2026-1 TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course provides cadets with a solid introduction to the principles of transportation engineering with a focus on highway engineering and traffic analysis. The material learned will provide the basic skill set that will allow students to solve transportation problems that are likely to appear in professional practice (civilian and military), on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE), and on the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam (PE).
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CV300X 2026-2 INTRO TO SUSTAINABLE DESIGN 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE Public infrastructure designed by civil and environmental engineers underpins modern society. However, day-to-day, its benefits often are taken for granted and its hidden costs become more evident over time. In this introductory course to the Environmental Engineering and Infrastructure Engineering Core Engineering Sequences, students will discuss the maintenance of public trust through the inclusion of resilience and sustainability concepts in infrastructure design and design implementation. Students will study methods to qualify and quantify the social, economic, and environmental benefits and costs of infrastructure emplacement and operation. Students will be introduced to the engineering design process in which they will seek to minimize examined costs and maximize value to partners using a methodical decision-making process. The course will culminate with a term project addressing an Army Civil and/or Environmental Engineering need. **This is a pilot course and will need review by the Curriculum Committee NLT AY27-2 to continue.**
2026 2
2026 5
2027 1
2027 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CV311 2026-1 THERMAL-FLUID SYSTEMS I 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE Thermal-Fluid Systems is an integrated study of fundamental topics in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. The course introduces conservation principles for mass, energy, and linear momentum as well as the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics. Principles are applied to incompressible flow in pipes, open channels and turbomachinery and power generation systems, focusing on engineering applications. Laboratory exercises are integrated into classroom work. This course includes completion of a comprehensive, out-of-class design problem. This design problem provides the opportunity for students to apply engineering science and the engineering design process to a hands-on project. Lesson length varies between 75 minutes and 55 minutes (and corresponding preparation time varies as well). **This course is a pilot in AY26-2 and AY27-2. It must undergo review by the Curriculum Committee NLT AY28-1 to continue. ET = 3.5CR pending ABET-PEV review.**
2026 2
2027 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV201 2026-2 INTRO TO ENV ENG & DESIGN 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course introduces Cadets to the environmental engineering profession to gain an appreciation for the interdisciplinary nature of the field. Fundamentals regarding engineering design are presented and a variety of tools are used to analyze and visualize solutions to environmental challenges. The course provides a platform for the incorporation of required skills students use throughout the rest of their engineering course of study. Cadets solve a series of progressively more complex engineering problems by applying the design process while addressing public health, safety, and welfare. The course introduces a variety of techniques to communicate effectively with a range of audiences as Cadets function effectively on teams and apply new knowledge and learning strategies.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV289A 2026-1 INTRO IND STUDY & RESEARCH 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to familiarize cadets with introductory scientific procedures, techniques, and topics. The cadet and advisor prepare a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Activities vary by project, but the primary purpose is to acquaint students with essential skills required for independent research. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV289B 2026-1 INTRO IND STUDY & RESEARCH II 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to familiarize cadets with introductory scientific procedures, techniques, and topics. The cadet and advisor prepare a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Activities vary by project, but the primary purpose is to acquaint students with essential skills required for independent research. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV289C 2026-1 INTRO IND STUDY & RESEARCH III 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to familiarize cadets with introductory scientific procedures, techniques, and topics. The cadet and advisor prepare a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Activities vary by project, but the primary purpose is to acquaint students with essential skills required for independent research. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit.
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV300 2026-1 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE As the introductory course to the Environmental Engineering Sequence, EV300 provides a broad understanding of current environmental issues. It specifically focuses on natural ecosystem processes, the effects of pollution on human health, assessing the level of risk associated with pollution, and the environmental effects of energy use, criteria air pollutants, foster critical thinking through the consideration of the environmental, social, and economic impacts of interconnected environmental science topics. Cadets learn to evaluate environmental issues through current event discussions and interactive debates. A course project requires cadets to apply the scientific method to evaluate a current environmental problem and provides an opportunity to integrate multiple course topics with an in-depth study of an issue of interest.
2026 8
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV301 2026-1 ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY 3.0
(BS=1.0, ET=2.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE EV301 provides the cadet with an overview of current global and local environmental issues through the lens of sustainable practices. It specifically focuses on natural ecosystem processes, the effects of pollution on human health, assessing the level of human health risk associated with pollution, and the strain on natural resources that stem from population growth. Discussions of anthropogenic influences on sustainability include social, economic, technological, and political factors. Cadets evaluate environmental issues through review of scientific literature, current events, and interactive debates. A course project requires cadets to conduct an in-depth life cycle assessment (LCA) of an activity or product. The project results in a foundation of engineering science that facilitates follow-on engineering design.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV350 2026-1 ENVIRONMNTL ENGR TECHNOLOGIES 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course builds on environmental issues introduced in EV300 and further explorers environmental engineering from a unit process and materials balance approach. Analyzing water (transport, quality, drinking water treatment, and wastewater treatment) and air (transport, quality, and pollutant minimization), the cadet is exposed to the breadth of the environmental discipline. A laboratory experience is integral to the course. In the laboratory, physical, chemical, and biological quality are discussed and measured. An introductory environmental engineering design project on river water quality and wastewater treatment plant design is developed within the semester.
2026 2
2026 8
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV389A 2026-1 INTER IND STUDY & RESEARCH 2.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to familiarize cadets with advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and topics. The cadet and advisor prepare a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Activities vary by project, but the primary purpose is to acquaint students with essential skills required for independent research. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit.
2026 2
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV389C 2026-1 INTER IND STUDY & RESEARCH II 2.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to familiarize cadets with advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and topics. The cadet and advisor prepare a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Activities vary by project, but the primary purpose is to acquaint students with essential skills required for independent research. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV394 2026-1 HYDROGEOLOGY/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course covers the principles governing the movement of subterranean water (groundwater), the interaction of this water with the porous medium, and the transport of chemical constituents (contaminants) in the subsurface. Lesson blocks explore traditional background elements of hydraulic engineering to include flow systems for the conveyance of groundwater and drainage systems for groundwater. Computer models are used to evaluate groundwater problems and conduct sensitivity analyses.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV396 2026-1 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGICAL SYS 3.5
(BS=1.0, ET=2.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course will examine biology from a practical environmental engineering and environmental science perspective. The foci of the course are applied public health, microbiology and microbial energetics. Specific topics include the biological health issues associated with drinking water, microbial aspects of industrial and domestic waste treatment and protection or restoration of natural water bodies from environmental contaminants. Students are also introduced to medical geography and the spatial biological health issues associated with a deployment. Laboratory exercises are used to introduce the student to water quality analyses and practices commonly used in the fields of environmental engineering and the environmental sciences.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
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EV397 2026-1 AIR POLLUTION ENGINEERING 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course employs a design approach to air pollution control. It begins by defining air pollution problems, to include pollutant types, sources, legislation, and effects on both local and global scales. The course then examines the design of various means of controlling particulate and gaseous air pollution from both mobile and stationary sources. Finally, students study the link between meteorology and air pollution, as well as pollutant dispersion modeling in the atmosphere. A course project involves collection and analysis of indoor air quality data at selected locations on the installation.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV400 2026-1 ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SEM 1.0
(BS=0.0, ET=1.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This seminar will meet once each week and will include all first class cadets majoring in environmental engineering. The seminar topics will address a variety of fundamental engineering science, design, and professional practice topics including engineering ethics, economics, and licensing. Periodically, guest lecturers from the military, industrial, and academic communities will provide their prospective on these topics.

No Course Offerings
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EV401 2026-1 PHYS & CHEM TREATMENT 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course takes a process approach to environmental engineering using engineering science and design of drinking water treatment systems as the primary foci. Building upon concepts gained in environmental chemistry, cadets study physical and chemical processes used in environmental engineering. Discussion includes the theories behind these processes and the design procedures involved in their application. Cadets develop comprehensive concept design of drinking water treatment processes. While the focus of the course is drinking water treatment, the processes developed are also applicable to wastewater treatment, groundwater remediation, air pollution control, and the treatment of solid and hazardous wastes.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
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EV402 2026-1 BIOCHEMICAL TREATMENT 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course applies principles from environmental biotechnology, microbial ecology, and environmental microbiology to educate cadets how to treat wastewaters and sludges. The course explores the design of longstanding wastewater treatment technologies and approaches, while introducing cadets to emerging applications of biochemical wastewater treatment and resource recovery. Modeling approaches for designing wastewater treatment works using biochemical reactors are also introduced. A comprehensive, multi-step laboratory project serves as the culminating course project.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
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EV450 2026-1 ENV ENG FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOP 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course is the capstone experience for a three-course environmental engineering sequence. With a focus on water and sanitation challenges in low- and middle-income countries, students assess various technologies and their ability to meet community needs. The course highlights the engineering design process to develop appropriate solutions and introduces decision modeling with consideration of social, political, and economic factors. A semester-long term project leverages real world case studies to provide cadet teams an opportunity to apply knowledge and creatively design sustainable solutions to ill-defined problems. Students must make logical assumptions throughout the project, present and evaluate solution designs, and prepare a formal written report defending their selected course of action.
2026 2
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV481 2026-1 WATER RESOURCES PLAN & DESIGN 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE In this course, students explore the effective use of water as a manageable natural resource. The course begins with instruction on the tools required by water resource managers to make sound decisions in their field. The course assesses current needs for water and the structural (engineered) and non-structural approaches available to meet these needs. Elements of engineering design and the design process are introduced. The bulk of the course is concerned with assessment of the impacts of various water resources development activities on the economic, socio-cultural and ecological sectors of the environment. Methods for conducting tradeoff analyses among the engineered and environmental aspects of projects are developed and applied in a term project. The course makes use of case studies of current water resource projects. Visiting speakers discuss topics relevant to water resource management.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV488 2026-2 SOLID & HAZ WASTE TREAT & REMD 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course examines the treatment, storage, and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes. Both regulatory requirements and evolving technology associated with solving modern solid waste disposal problems are discussed. Design of remediation processes for cleanup of contaminated waste sites are presented. Students will complete a term design project investigating subsurface remediation challenges. The course also features laboratory experiences to enhance understanding of hazardous waste risk, characterization, and treatment.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
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EV489A 2026-1 ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL STUDY I 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to provide cadets the opportunity to pursue advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and/or topics within their discipline. The cadet and faculty advisor prepare a research proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Lessons and labs are established by consultation between the cadet and faculty advisor. The program for each cadet will culminate in one of two outcomes: 1) discipline-appropriate final written report (e.g., senior thesis) with presentation in a public forum (e.g., Projects Day); or 2) enrollment in EV489B for continued research and independent study at a 3.0-credit level. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit. Program Director will determine the applicable MA, BS, and ET credits for each offering, as required.
2026 2
2026 7
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV489B 2026-1 ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL STUDY II 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to provide cadets the opportunity to pursue advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and/or topics within their discipline. The cadet and faculty advisor prepare a research proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Lessons and labs are established by consultation between the cadet and faculty advisor. The program for each cadet will culminate in one of two outcomes: 1) discipline-appropriate final written report (e.g., senior thesis) with presentation in a public forum (e.g., Projects Day); or 2) enrollment in EV489C for continued research and independent study at a 3.0-credit level. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit. Program Director will determine the applicable MA, BS, and ET credits for each offering, as required.
2027 1
2027 2
2028 1
2028 2
2029 1
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV489C 2026-1 ADV IND STUDY AND RESEARCH III 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to provide cadets the opportunity to pursue advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and/or topics within their discipline. The cadet and faculty advisor prepare a research proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Lessons and labs are established by consultation between the cadet and faculty advisor. The program for each cadet will culminate in one of two outcomes: 1) discipline-appropriate final written report (e.g., senior thesis) with presentation in a public forum (e.g., Projects Day); or 2) enrollment in EV489D for continued research and independent study at a 3.0-credit level. If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit. Program Director will determine the applicable MA, BS, and ET credits for each offering, as required.
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV489D 2026-1 ADV IND STUDY AND RESEARCH IV 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to provide cadets the opportunity to pursue advanced scientific procedures, techniques, and/or topics within their discipline. The cadet and faculty advisor prepare a research proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, and anticipated accomplishments of his/her efforts for the semester. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and interests of the cadet in consultation with a faculty advisor. Once approved, the proposal serves as a basis for the cadet's research and study program. Progress in research reports and observations by the faculty advisor form the basis for grades. Lessons and labs are established by consultation between the cadet and faculty advisor. The program for each cadet will culminate in a discipline-appropriate final written report (e.g., senior thesis) with presentation in a public forum (e.g., Projects Day). If required for a specific degree, the proposal will include a justification for engineering science or design credit. Program Director will determine the applicable MA, BS, and ET credits for each offering, as required.

No Course Offerings
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV490 2026-1 ENVIRON ENG DESIGN 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This is the first in a sequence of two courses that comprise the environmental engineering integrative experience. In this senior engineering design course, teams of cadets apply the engineering design process to develop alternative solutions to complex, open-ended environmental engineering problems. In addition, cadets are introduced to techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools required for the engineering design process. The course culminates with a decision brief and report in which teams present a conceptual (35%) design for their recommended solution alternative, as well as their analysis of the engineering, social, economic, and environmental criteria that led them to recommend this course of action. The approved design alternative will be completed the following semester in EV491 Advanced Environmental Engineering Design.
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
EV491 2026-2 ADV ENVIRON ENG DESIGN 3.5
(BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This is the second in a sequence of two courses that comprise the environmental engineering integrative experience. In this senior engineering design course, teams of cadets refine and finalize the conceptual designs they produced at the end of EV490 to solve a complex, open-ended environmental engineering problem. Ensuring that the complete design meets specified engineering, social, environmental, and economic criteria, they present the results both orally and in a written report. This course also introduces cadets to the engineering profession, to include engineering ethics and an emphasis on continued study to earn professional certifications.
2026 2
2027 2
2028 2
2029 2
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
MC300 2025-4 FUND OF ENGR MECH AND DESIGN 3.0
(BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE The engineering design process and the method of design are introduced. Principles of equilibrium are used to analyze forces on statically determinate rigid bodies and structures to include trusses and frames. The behavior of deformable bodies under axial and flexural loading is examined. The concepts of stress, strain, and material properties are introduced and are used to relate external forces applied to a body to the resulting internal forces and deformations so that performance can be evaluated. Practical applications involving the design and adequacy of mechanical and structural elements under various loading conditions are emphasized.
2026 2
2026 8
2027 1
2027 2
2027 5
2027 8
2028 1
2028 2
2028 5
2028 8
2029 1
2029 2
2029 5
COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
XS391 2026-1 PRIN & APPL OF ENV CHEM 3.0
(BS=0.5, ET=2.5, MA=0.0)
Scope Offerings
SCOPE This course examines chemical interactions of pollutants in air, soil, and water systems. The focus of the course is problem solving with the following topic coverage: approximately 80% applied aquatic chemistry, 15% environmental organic chemistry, and 5% applied analytical chemistry. Specific topics include the chemistry applied in drinking water production and the chemical aspects of industrial and hazardous waste treatment. The fate of heavy metals and organic contaminants in soil and aqueous systems is also discussed.
2026 8
2027 1
2028 1
2029 1