Civil Engineering

Explore the UConn Civil Engineering website for departmental information. Course descriptions below correspond to the UConn undergraduate directory of courses.

CE 2110: Applied Mechanics I

Three credits ($150). Offered Fall, Spring, or Full-year.

Fundamentals of statics using vector methods. Resolution and composition of forces; equilibrium of force systems; analysis of forces acting on structures and machines; centroids; moment of inertia.

Eligibility Guidelines: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1131Q or AP Calculus is required.


Instructor Certification Requirements:

The preferred degree requirements for teachers wishing to teach Engineering courses is a Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field; however a Master’s in Education with and appropriate engineering background may be considered. The minimum requirements for certification include a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and an Engineering/Physics background, or related experience. The instructor should show a comfort with calculus.

CE 2110 Sample Syllabus