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Civil Engineering Technology Program

Civil Engineering Technology

Program Number: 10-607-1

  • Two-year Associate Degree program
  • Applied Engineer Technologies
  • Center for Agriscience and Technologies
  • Program offered at the following campuses:
    • Truax, Madison
  • For information call: (608) 246-6800 or 1-800-322-6282 ext 6800

About the Program

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This program trains technicians to assist civil engineers in planning, scheduling, designing, estimating, surveying and inspecting the construction of highways, bridges, buildings and other structures. Specific courses provide a student with the option for a career in land surveying.

Program outcomes state what a graduate needs to be able to do with the essential knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors acquired in a specific MATC program. The program outcomes communicate expectations to students, as well as other academic institutions and potential employers. The identification and assessment of program outcomes support MATC's efforts in documenting student learning and provide a context for the faculty's academic planning.

Application Process

You must meet Admissions Requirements (see below). To apply for the program, follow the admission procedures, including submitting the completed application, application/processing fees, and transcripts.

Admissions Requirements for All Applications Submitted for the Current Academic Year

High school course recommendations: We strongly recommend that students take the math sequence of Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 to best prepare them for this program. In addition, a high school physical science course is highly recommended. Students must earn a 2.0 (C) or better in the high school courses. Contact the Civil Engineering program (academic) advisor at (608) 246-6800 for pre-registration advising.

The Civil Engineering Program participates in MAAP (Mandatory Assessment, Advising and Placement). This requires new students to complete the COMPASS or ASSET test. Advisement and course placement in English and math is done based on test results. Testing will be required prior to admission.

Career Potential

  • Construction Inspector
  • Survey Technician
  • Civil CAD Technician
  • Materials Testing Technician

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