Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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    Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    United States of America
    United States of America, Lincoln
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    Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

    The Construction Engineering is a Bachelor degree offered by University of Nebraska-Lincoln at its main campus in Lincoln , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Construction Engineering

    Construction engineering (CONE) is a program of the Charles W. Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction. The construction engineering major integrates engineering, construction and management courses. This program is designed for persons fulfilling the construction industry's need for licensed professional engineers. It resembles the construction management program but provides a greater emphasis on engineering, scientific, and technical courses to meet requirements for licensure as a professional engineer. The courses focus on the application of engineering principles to solve real-world construction problems. They include instruction in civil engineering, structural principles, material testing and evaluation, project management, computer-assisted design, 3D animation, sustainability, and graphic communication.

    The Durham School Construction Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, Inc.
     

    1. Professional Achievement: The Construction Engineering program prepares graduates to become Licensed Professional Engineers and Certified Professional Constructors.
    2. Career Achievement: The Construction Engineering program prepares graduates to contribute to society by working in an occupation related to the architecture-engineering-construction industry.

    Under the stimulus of increasing demand for global services, many Nebraska companies have expanded their reach well beyond U.S. borders. This demand gives the construction engineering graduate an unprecedented number of opportunities for employment–locally, nationally and internationally–and for pursuing an advanced degree at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln or elsewhere.

    Construction engineers participate in the preparation of engineering and architectural documents, including specifications, which they translate into finished projects such as buildings for housing, commerce and industry, highways, railroads, waterways, airports, power plants, energy distribution systems, military bases and space center complexes. These projects involve thousands of details shared by a team of owners, architects, engineers, general constructors, specialty constructors, manufacturers, material suppliers, equipment distributors, regulatory bodies and agencies, labor resources and others. The constructor assumes responsibility for delivery of the completed project at a specified time and cost and also accepts associated legal, financial and management obligations. Because of the broad scope of the construction engineer's project responsibility, they must assure the project's constructability as well as its capability to be operated and maintained.

    Construction engineering students are required to enroll in a set of courses specifically designed for a general construction education. Each student selects, with the guidance of an advisor, a set of approved electives. The program outlined below leads to the bachelor of science degree in construction engineering.

    In order to be professionally admitted into the construction engineering program, students must complete at least 43 credit hours of courses listed in the first two years of the required curriculum with a minimum GPA of 2.5 for those major courses (not necessarily the cumulative GPA).

    Graduates of the construction engineering program will have:

    1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

    The above student outcomes have been approved by the ABET Engineering Area Delegation for use beginning with the 2019-20 academic year, and have been adopted by the faculty of the Charles W. Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction.

    Disciplines

    Engineering

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

    Entry Requirements

    Application Fee

    There is a $45 application fee payable online with a credit card.

    Deadlines

    Summer/Fall – May 1

    Spring – December 1

    Additional Documents

    In addition to the online application, International First-Year students are required to submit:

    • Final secondary school transcript, preferably officially signed and stamped by a principal of secondary school
    • Secondary school certificate/diploma
    • English proficiency scores
    • Bank statement
    • Passport copy

    English Proficiency Deadlines

    To be fully-admitted, you must meet English proficiency by the following deadlines:

    Fall Term – July 15

    Spring Term – December 1

    Summer Term – May 1

    Thanks for your interest in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! All admissions materials are to be uploaded via MyRED to complete your application.

    You can contact the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to apply for admission by yourself. You are not required to use an agent to apply for admission or enroll at the University of Nebraska. If you chose to use someone to assist you in applying for admission or enroll for classes, that is your responsibility.

    Completed Coursework Requirements

    • A broad section of course work in English
    • Native language courses
    • Math
    • Natural Sciences
    • Social Sciences

    English Proficiency

    Non-native English speakers must submit an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo score demonstrating proficiency in English. Contact your IELTS testing center or TOEFL to have your official scores sent directly to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

    If you do not meet proficiency requirements, you can still be offered conditional admission.

    For more detailed information, see the English Proficiency requirements on this page.

    ACT/SAT Requirements

    ACT/SAT tests are not required for admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln but may be required for entry into specific colleges.

    Colleges that require ACT/SAT scores:

    • College of Architecture
    • College of Engineering

    Bank Statement Requirements

    In order to be issued I-20, you must submit a bank statement to your MyRED account to show sufficient support for the first year of study.

    You will still be evaluated for admission without submitting the bank statement, but admission letters and I-20s will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been met.

    Statements must include:

    • Student's name
    • NUID Number

    NOTE: Scholarship letters can be used in place of bank statements.

    Items not Required

    Letters of recommendation and essays are NOT required for admission.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Construction Engineering

    The following represents a sample of the internships, jobs and graduate school programs that current students and recent graduates have reported.

    Jobs of Recent Graduates

    • Construction Engineer, Olsson Associates - Omaha NE
    • Project Engineer, JE Dunn Construction - Denver CO
    • Assistant Project Manager, Adolfson & Peterson Construction - Aurora CO
    • Project Engineer, Team Industrial - Omaha NE
    • Project Engineer, Darland Construction Co. - Omaha NE
    • Superintendent Apprentice, Eriksen Construction - Blair NE
    • Field Engineer, Mortenson Construction - Minneapolis MN
    • Project Engineer, DPR Construction - Sacramento CA
    • Engineer, Kiewit Building Group - Omaha NE
    • Project Engineer, The Waldinger Corporation - Omaha NE
    • More...
      • Project Engineer, Howard S. Wright - Portland OR
      • Special Inspections Technician, Olsson Associates - Omaha NE
      • Superintendent-in-Training, J.E. Dunn Construction Company - Omaha NE
      • Estimator, Sampson Construction - Lincoln NE

    Internships

    • Field Technician, Thiele Geotech Inc. - Omaha NE
    • Intern, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company - Boston MA
    • Project Management Intern, Cheever Construction Company - Lincoln NE
    • Intern, The Department of Design and Construction - New York NY
    • Field Engineer, Kiewit - Phoenix AZ
    • Project Engineer, DPR Construction - Omaha NE
    • Estimating Intern, Haselden Construction - Denver CO
    • Project Intern, Lueder Construction - Omaha NE
    • Construction Engineering Intern, Kiewit Building Group - Austin TX
    • Controller, Kiewit Building Group - Omaha NE
    • More...
      • Intern, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company - Council Bluffs IA
      • Field Engineer Intern, Kiewit Southwest - Phoenix AZ
      • Intern, Thomas David Builders - Omaha NE
      • Field Inspector Intern, Alfred Benesch & Company - Lincoln NE
      • Construction Engineering Co-op, The Village at Breckenridge Homeowners Assoc - Breckenridge CO
      • Field Engineer, Kiewit - Corpus Christi TX
      • Field Engineer, Kiewit Southwest District - Phoenix AZ
      • Office Engineer Intern, Kiewit Building Group - Omaha NE
      • Intern, Dream Home Drafting - Omaha NE
      • Intern, Olsson Associates - La Vista NE
      • Estimating Intern, Kiewit Engineering Company - Omaha NE
      • Intern, Lamp Rynearson Associates - Omaha NE
      • Project Controls Intern, Kiewit Building Group Inc. - Omaha NE
      • Intern, Olsson Associates - La Vista NE
      • Construction Engineering Co-op, Alfred Benesch and Company - Omaha NE

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

    Application Fee 45

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Construction Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

    Review the materials you'll need before starting an application. Complete the application online. You can also apply through the Common App.

    Check Your Application Status

    Check MyRED to check your application status and verify all documents have been submitted to complete your application.

    Pay Enrollment Deposit

    Once you're admitted, pay the $250 enrollment deposit to reserve your place at Nebraska.

    Enrollment Deposit

    All First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students in the Intensive English Program, who have received notification of their admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln pay the $250 Enrollment Deposit.

    What is the Enrollment Deposit?

    The University of Nebraska–Lincoln requires a $250 Enrollment Deposit to be paid by the deadlines below to finalize your admission and secure your space in the incoming class.

    • Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
    • Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

    The Enrollment Deposit is not a new fee. The $250 deposit applies directly toward students' first expenses at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, such as orientation programs and more.

    Who is Required to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

    The Enrollment Deposit is required for all new First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students enrolling in the Intensive English Program, who are admitted.

    Why Do I Need to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

    The Enrollment Deposit :

    • Allows the University to more effectively plan for class offerings and student resources in preparation for your arrival.

    • Provides an incentive for students to actively consider their college choice on an appropriate timeline, which increases their selection in housing, New Student Enrollment dates and classes.
    • Allows the University to more accurately report new student class data as part of the budgeting process.

    Refund

    The Enrollment Deposit is fully refundable prior to the deposit deadlines below:

    • Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
    • Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

    If a student chooses not to attend the University and did not request a refund on or before the deadline, the student forfeit's the full amount of their Enrollment Deposit.

    To request a refund, please email the Office of Admissions.

    Requesting Reinstatement

    Admitted students who do not pay the deposit prior to the deadline forfeit their admission and aid. Students may request reinstatement by sending a letter to the admissions committee at:

    University of Nebraska–Lincoln Admissions Committee
    1410 Q St
    Lincoln, NE 68588-0417

    OR email the committee at: [email protected]

    • Reinstatement of admission cannot be guaranteed.
    • Reinstatement of federal, state, and university aid is not guaranteed.
    • Please indicate in the circumstances surrounding your late payment in your reinstatement request.

    NOTE: The Enrollment Deposit is not waived under any circumstance. The Enrollment Deposit is Non-Transferable.

    Obtain I-20

    After you are notified of your admission status, we will email instructions about obtaining your I-20 or visa.

    Obtain I-20

    If you need an I-20 and F-1 student visa to study at Nebraska, submit the following:

    A bank statement showing the support that is greater than or equal to the cost of attendance for the program. In addition, be sure:

    • It includes the name of the account holder in English.
    • Is printed on official bank letterhead.
    • You write your NU ID # on the top of the bank statement.
    • It is signed and stamped as official by a bank representative.
    • Statement must be dated and be no older than 1 year old.
    • Statement must include a currency type.

    You may also submit a scholarship letter that indicates support from a government or private scholarship. This letter must include:

    • Your name.
    • An outline of expenses the scholarship will cover.

    Submit the bank statement and scholarship letter to your MyRED account.

    SEVIS Transfer

    If you are currently studying at a high school or university in the United States you may transfer your SEVIS record to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

    Transferring your SEVIS record allows you to maintain your current record and obtain a University of Nebraska–Lincoln I-20 which can be used to obtain a new student visa if traveling overseas prior to your enrollment at Nebraska.

    When you have been admitted to Nebraska and are ready to transfer, contact the international advisor at your previous institution and ask to have your SEVIS record released to Nebraska. Our institution code is: OMA214F00217000.

    Sign Housing Contract

    After you pay your enrollment deposit, you can sign up for on-campus housing through MyRED.

    Complete New Student Enrollment

    NSE is a required student orientation program.

    Submit English Proficiency Scores

    If you're conditionally-admitted, you may submit English proficiency scores up until your term's deadline to become fully-admitted.

    Prepare for Arrival

    There are a few health requirements to complete and prepare for before you arrive on campus.

    Pre-Enrollment Health Requirements & Information

    All incoming students must submit the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement Form through MyRED.

    In addition, all international students must complete the following health requirements at the University Health Center:

    • Provide proof of two rubeola/measles MMR immunizations or positive rubeola lab result
    • Undergo a tuberculosis test

    For students who have the University of Nebraska's StudentBlue Insurance Plan, the cost of the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement is covered 100%.

    Health Insurance

    • The University will automatically enroll all international students (F1 and J1) in StudentBlue Health Insurance.
    • You may waive the insurance plan if you show documentation of a comparable medical insurance plan. Proof consists of a plan in your name and the document must be in English.
    • Deadline to waive the health insurance is the 14th day of class each semester.

    Meningococcal Vaccine

    Meningococcal disease is a rare infection with potentially devastating results. The vaccine is recommended for first year students living in university residences but is not required by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

    Once you get to Lincoln...

    International Orientation is a required event for all new international students when you arrive on campus.

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