College of Engineering

Civil and Environmental Engineering

 

Degrees Offered:

 

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering website:
www.unr.edu/cee

 

> Meet the Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty

 

Civil and Environmental Engineering Discipline Overviews:

Civil Engineering involves the study of engineering principles and the application of scientific knowledge and technology for the betterment of humankind. Civil Engineers study structures and their foundations and invent safer, more economical ways of construction. Their work helps solve many of our planet's most serious problems -- foul air; decaying cities, roadways and bridges; clogged airports and highways; polluted streams, rivers, lakes, and hazardous wastes.

 

Environmental Engineering focuses on protecting and preserving human health and the environment by applying engineering and scientific principles. Environmental Engineers design and provide facilities for the treatment of municipal and industrial wastes, construct and operate systems that purify water, and develop models for the removal of contaminants from the environment. The Environmental Engineering curriculum prepares students for the responsible management of natural resources. The Civil Engineering department administers this program.

 

Contact Information (Department Office):

Department Chair: Amy Childress

Phone: (775) 784-6937
Fax: (775) 784-1390
Email: CEE Department (cee@unr.edu)

 

Location:
Scrugham Engineering Mines (SEM) Room 107

 

Mailing Address:
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, M/S 258
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV 89557