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Civil Engineering Technology

Gadsden State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

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Civil Engineering Technology Short-Term Certificate provides foundational surveying and civil engineering skills.

Format

In-Person

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Course Pathway

1 course in this program

11 course
CET 100
3 credits
Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

CET 100Engineering Blueprints
3 cr
Program Details

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningMathematicsSpeakingMonitoringWritingComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyMathematicsBuilding and ConstructionDesignAdministrative

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningMathematical ReasoningNear VisionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionVisualizationNumber Facility

Tasks

  • Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities,
  • Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structur
  • Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifi
  • Operate drones for site surveying and inspection, providing detailed aerial views of project sites.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareMap creation softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareElectronic mail softwareGeographic information system

Tools

Analytical balancesBlueprint machinesBrickmasons' trowelsBucket augersCompression testing machinesComputer scannersDessicatorsDilatometersDropping pipettesDrying ovensEngineers' transitsEvaporating dishesField data collectorsFilter papersGlass beakers

Work Values

SupportIndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRelationshipsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3022.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Blueprint dimensions and material specifications — read and interpret under direct supervision on assigned civil construction projects.
  • Basic calculations for square footage and material quantities — perform using a calculator or spreadsheet with guidance from a senior technician.
  • CAD software tools and drawing templates — apply to produce simple dimensional sketches following established drafting standards.
  • Project blueprints and structural drawings — review to identify key components and flag unclear specifications for supervisor clarification.
  • Field measurements and site observations — record accurately in standardized forms during supervised site visits.
  • Supervisor instructions on plan preparation and acceptance testing — follow attentively and seek clarification before proceeding on assigned tasks.
  • Basic project activity logs and daily field reports — prepare using office suite software under direction from a project lead.
  • Maintenance issues and site conflicts observed in the field — report promptly and clearly to the supervising engineer or technician.
  • GIS and map creation software interfaces — navigate to retrieve and display basic geographic data under guidance on entry-level mapping tasks.
  • Mathematics and geometry principles applicable to civil design — apply to straightforward component specification problems in a classroom or training environment.

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
44%
Placement Rate
Not reported