The Department of Civil Engineering at Boise State University prepares students to design and manage the infrastructure that sustains society. Our graduates are builders of bridges, planners of transportation systems, protectors of water resources, and innovators in sustainable development.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide a high-quality civil engineering education, grounded in hands-on experiences and supported by strong industry connections, to prepare graduates to serve communities, advance knowledge through research, and lead with integrity.
Vision Statement
To be a recognized leader in civil engineering education and research in the Intermountain West — empowering students and faculty to shape sustainable, resilient, and innovative infrastructure systems.
Department History and Legacy
Since its founding in 1995, Boise State Civil Engineering has grown into a hub for applied research and student success. Our alumni contribute to critical infrastructure across Idaho and beyond.
Program Educational Objectives
Graduates of the Boise State University Civil Engineering Program will be competent engineers that:
- Apply theoretical and technical knowledge to evaluate and solve problems in a wide variety of civil engineering applications;
- Understand and protect public health and safety;
- Have communication skills to effectively convey solutions to colleagues and the general public; and
- Seek to continuously improve knowledge and skills to understand the complex interactions of a variety of contemporary socio‐economic issues, and to meet the demands of a changing world.
Program Educational Outcomes
Students who qualify for graduation from the Civil Engineering program will demonstrate the following:
- Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
- Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
- Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
- Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
Accreditation
The B.S. program in civil engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Boise State College of Engineering Accreditation Information
Contact the Department of Civil Engineering
Location | RUCH 338
Physical Address | 1375 University Drive, Boise, ID 83706
Mailing Address | 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, 83725-2065
Email | civilengineering@boisestate.edu
Phone | (208) 426-3743