Brigham Young University. Dept. of Civil Engineering Science

The Department of Civil Engineering Science was established in 1957 in the division of the earlier Department of Engineering Sciences. At the time of its establishment it was part of the College of Physical and Engineering Sciences, and in 1973 was moved to the College of Engineering Sciences and Technology. In 1978 the name of the department was changed from Civil Engineering Science to Civil Engineering. The Department Chair was James R. Barton (1973-1978).

Variant names

Brigham Young University. College of Physical and Engineering Sciences. Dept. of Civil Engineering Science

Brigham Young University. College of Engineering Sciences and Technology. Dept. of Civil Engineering

Brigham Young University. Civil Engineering Science Dept.

Description

Established: 1957

Abolished: 1977

Location: Provo, Utah (1957-1977)

Functions

To provide a broad training in all basic aspects of civil and structural engineering. Qualifications obtainable are applicable in such closely related technical fields as applied mechanics, architectural engineering, etc. Also to offer professional programs leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Science in civil engineering, Master of Engineering, Master of Science, and Ph.D. The curriculum is accredited by the Engineers' Council for Professional Development (ECPD) as a professional engineering curriculum.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The Department of Civil Engineering Science was directly managed by a Department Chair who was under the direction of the College Dean.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Physical and Engineering Sciences (1957-1973)

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Engineering Sciences and Technology (1973-1977)

Earlier unit: Brigham Young University. Dept. of Engineering Sciences (1957)

Later unit: Brigham Young University. Dept. of Civil Engineering (1977)

Sources

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1973-1974: p. 78 (Engineering Sciences and Technology created and Civil Engineering placed within that college)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1974-1975: p. 531 (James R. Barton, Dept. Chair)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1977-1978: p. 42 (Name of department changed to Department of Civil Engineering)

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00223


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