As the population of the country’s cities and towns grows, the need increases for additional highways, buildings, tunnels, bridges and water supply and sewage systems. The individuals who help build these systems are civil engineers, a specialized group of professionals called on to be involved with the design and construction of the infrastructure of the nation. More of these professionals are needed now and into the future.
Civil engineering technicians work for construction, engineering and architectural firms and are often employed by state, city and federal government agencies, cartography agencies and various private petroleum and mining operations. Employment of civil engineering technicians is expected to increase 10 to 20 percent now through 2010, with even greater employment prospects projected in Michigan. Visit career facts for more information on careers in civil technology.
If the prospect of employment in this career field interests you, are you ready to compete for job openings? If not, you can get the training you need through the Civil Technology Program at Lansing Community College. Our program is rigorous, high quality and designed to provide you with instruction based on the practical application of the principles of civil technology covering topics as civil drafting, surveying, construction materials, traffic technology, applied physics, math and more. Our faculty members are seasoned professionals who are active in the field, bringing real-world relevance to your classroom experience. In addition to core courses and general education requirements in this degree program, students interested in obtaining practical field experience may apply for a six month co-op offered in conjunction with the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Both the Civil Technology Associate in Applied Science degree and the Surveying and Materials Technician Certificate of Completion are available. Courses are offered throughout the year. Many are available evenings as well as days to accommodate your schedule. Spring semester begins in January, summer semester begins in June and fall classes begin in August.