العربية Civil Engineering
The Department, established in the academic year 2002/2003 as one of the pioneering divisions within the Faculty of Engineering at UST, holds the distinction of being the first of its kind among private universities in the Republic of Yemen. Its foundation reflects the University’s commitment to fulfilling its national responsibility of providing advanced higher education opportunities locally and regionally, while serving as a vital academic stream for preparing highly qualified engineers equipped with the fundamental knowledge, technical skills, and professional competencies required to contribute to infrastructure development and to serve society across the diverse fields of civil engineering in alignment with the demands of local, regional, and global labor markets. Guided by the UST’s strategic vision and pursuit of excellence in education, the academic program underwent its first development cycle in 2012/2013 in accordance with the standards set by the relevant council, followed by the second cycle in 2017 when the University Council approved the transition from a semester-based system to a credit-hour system, leading to the refinement and enhancement of course descriptions. Currently, the Department is engaged in its third development cycle, driven by its belief in the necessity of keeping pace with scientific advancements and the evolving requirements of the labor market.
The Civil Engineering Program aims to:
- Graduate competent engineers equipped with fundamental knowledge and skills, and qualified to meet the needs of the labor market both locally and regionally.
- Enable graduates to successfully address real-world civil engineering problems and provide practical, effective, and optimal solutions based on sound scientific and engineering principles.
- Provide graduates with the skills necessary to prepare and analyze applied research related to the field of specialization.
- Prepare and equip graduates with skills that keep pace with scientific and technological advancements in the various areas of specialization.
- Instill in graduates the ability to work effectively and adhere to professional ethics in the workplace.
The Department of Civil Engineering, established in the academic year 2002/2003 at the University of Science and Technology (UST), is the first civil engineering department among private universities in the Republic of Yemen. It reflects UST’s commitment to providing advanced higher education locally and regionally, preparing competent engineers equipped with foundational knowledge, technical expertise, and practical skills to develop infrastructure and serve society across diverse civil engineering fields in line with labor market demands. Guided by UST’s strategic vision, the department has undergone three academic development cycles, including transitioning to a credit-hour system in 2017 and refining course descriptions. Since its first graduating class in 2006/2007, the department has graduated 1,636 engineers by the end of the 2022/2023 academic year.
- By the end of the study program, the student will be able to:
A. Knowledge and Understanding- A1: Demonstrate advanced knowledge in applying engineering principles, theories, and mathematics to solve complex problems in construction, water resources, environmental engineering, transportation, geotechnics, and other civil engineering fields.
- A2: Describe the ethical and professional responsibilities of engineering solutions, considering their impact on safety, the environment, cultural heritage, the economy, and society.
- B. Cognitive Skills
- B1: Interpret and analyze results of structural analysis, design, and laboratory testing in accordance with civil engineering standards, and formulate appropriate solutions.
- B2: Relate civil engineering problems in society to theoretical principles, selecting optimal alternatives while accounting for global, economic, environmental, and social factors.
- B3: Assess risks in various systems, innovate suitable solutions, and propose appropriate measures for implementation based on applied research principles.
- C. Professional and Practical Skills
- C1: Use laboratory equipment and field technologies professionally, efficiently, and safely, and prepare reports in line with codes and standards.
- C2: Design, prepare, and implement engineering plans, systems, and components to produce solutions that meet specialized needs, while considering public health, safety, welfare, and global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- C3: Plan, manage, supervise, and evaluate engineering projects with professionalism, preparing feasibility studies, budgets, summaries, and optimal alternatives for civil engineering projects.
- D. General Transferable Skills
- D1: Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, presenting and defending ideas objectively in both written and oral forms.
- D2: Work effectively both independently and within teams, demonstrating leadership, fostering collaboration, and defining plans and tasks to achieve objectives.
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D3: Utilize modern technologies and diverse information resources for continuous and self-directed learning.
Upon successful completion of the Civil Engineering Program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Effectively use international references and codes in civil engineering design (Designer).
- Manage design, construction, and maintenance phases for all types of civil engineering projects (Executor).
- Select high‑quality and efficient construction materials that meet the requirements and standards of various engineering designs (Technician).
- Utilize modern engineering tools, technologies, and software applications (Specialist).
- Demonstrate sufficient ability to analyze and interpret civil engineering laboratory and field experiments (Analyst).
- Exhibit creativity and innovation in the analysis, design, execution, and problem‑solving of civil engineering challenges (Creative and Innovative).
- Manage projects effectively and function as a productive team member or leader, with strong written and oral communication skills (Management and Communication).
- Apply health and safety procedures in the built environment (Safety and Protection).
- Adhere to relevant regulations, standards, and professional ethics (Ethical).
- Prepare feasibility studies for various civil engineering projects and select optimal alternatives that contribute to societal and environmental development (Leader).
- Apply standards of applied research and use information resources appropriately (Researcher).
- Demonstrate continuous and self‑directed learning skills, staying updated with advancements in their field of specialization (Ambitious).
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- Successful completion of all courses prescribed in the approved study plan.
- Fulfillment of the minimum period of study required for the degree, without exceeding the maximum number of years for graduation as stipulated in the academic regulations of the credit-hour system.
- Transfer students must complete no less than 50% of the total credit hours required for graduation, in accordance with the study plan approved at the time of their admission to the university.
The Civil Engineering Program encompasses a wide range of knowledge areas, which can be classified as follows:
- General Education.
- Fundamentals of Engineering Sciences.
- Structural Engineering.
- Soil and Foundation Engineering.
- Highway and Transportation Engineering.
- Water Resources and Environmental Engineering.
- Construction Materials and Concrete Technology.
- Engineering Project Management
Graduates of the Civil Engineering Program are qualified to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in fields covered by the program’s curriculum, including:
- Building and Construction.
- Transportation Engineering.
- Highway and Bridge Engineering.
- Water Supply and Sanitary Drainage.
- Engineering Surveying.
- Engineering Project Management.
- Soil Testing (Geotechnical Engineering).
- Cement and Concrete Manufacturing.
- Teaching and Graduate Studies.
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