Program of Civil Engineering

1. Name of program: Civil Engineering
2. Programme code: 7580201
3. Training degree: Engineering
4. Mode of study:Regular
5. Training time: 4 years
6. Programme objectives:

      a. Graduates will become the Civil Engineers with good basic knowledge about (1) economic-social science; (2) technical science; (3) basic and specific of Civil engineering both in theory and in implementation.

      b. Graduates are able to pursue advanced degrees or certifications in engineering, academia, research and display critical thinking, creativity, independent learning and desire for lifelong learning.

      c. Graduates enhance basic and specific knowledge of Civil Engineering in advanced to apply in design Civil and industrial structures, propose construction methods and manage construction projects.

     d. Graduates have to work independently as well as together in groups in high pressure environment; to develop and to integrate in high quality job market.

     e. Graduates excel in careers in Civil Engineering with a high level of professionalism, professional ethics, social responsibility, and good health.

7. Expected learning outcomes:

a. Apply general natural science knowledge such as mathematics, physics for studying, researching and working in the field of Civil Engineering.

b. Apply systematically the basic knowledges of political theory and career orientation for studying, researching, and working in the field of Civil Engineering

c. Use English efficiently with ELTS 5.0 or equivalent, use Microsoft Office proficiently with MOS 750

d. Apply effectively the fundamental knowledges of civil materials, civil geology, geodetic, structural mechanics, and strength of materials

e. Calculate and examine internal forces in structures to satisfy the durable and stable conditions.

f. Select suitable designs and appropriate materials for civil structures.

g. Apply IT in structural analysis of complex structures.

h. Evaluate geological reports for calculating and designing foundation of civil structures.

i. Design wall, beam, and column in concrete and steel structures.

j. Propose construction methods and manage construction progress.

k. Apply effectively specialized software to establish design drawings.

l. Supervise and estimate projects based on the understanding of rules, laws, and professional requirements.

m. Apply communication, teamwork, and negotiation skills effectively; manage writing and presentation time in design consultancy, supervision, and construction works.

n. Display the spirit of honesty and responsibility; abide by safety rule and professional ethics of engineers.

8. Teaching plan

Teaching plan

9. Special features

• The programme duration is 4 years, divided into 8 semesters. In the first year, students take the courses on general knowledge as well as some fundamental courses of the major. This creates a chance for the students to get familiar with their major from the beginning to foster their passion for their selected career.
• Starting from the third semester, students focus on the specialized courses of the major, from fundamental knowledge to advanced knowledge. Approximately one third of these courses are practical and experimental ones. In addition, at the end of the 5th semester, students must enroll in the internship courses.
• Infrastructure and facilities: The teaching activities of the programme are organized at the main campus of TDTU, which is equipped with the modern facilities and equipment to support advanced teaching methodologies.
• The academic staff:
  • All academic staff are Professors, Associate/Assistant Professors, and lecturers who have great reputation and teaching experience. Almost all lecturers got the PhD degree or pursuing PhD degree.
  • For the courses and advanced topics that are highly practical, the Faculty plans to invite the experts from industrial companies, research institutes, non-govermental organization, etc. to give lectures and share the experience to the students.
• Curriculum: the curriculum is developed by the Faculty scientific and training committee (FSTC) and then approved by the President of TDTU. The curriculum can only be modified if there is a proposal from FSTC and again approved by the President of TDTU.
• The critical knowledge and skills required by the TOP 100 universities worldwide are considered to be characterized in the programme. They include the following: (1) good practical and applied knowledge, significantly improving the internship activities at companies; (2) necessary soft skills such as teamwork, critical thinking, communication skill, and planning skills, to help the students to be able to work in the worldwide environment, (3) modern teaching methods which consider students as the center of the studying and teaching activities; (4) flexibility and convenience to transfer or exchange to other international programs as the same level or higher levels.
• The programme is regularly reviewed and evaluated according to the “Procedure to evaluate the curricula offered by TDTU” , based on the feedbacks from the students, lecturers, alumni, and employers, experts in the field, and the accreditation organizations in the world.

10. Job opportunities

Students who graduate with the Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering can find their jobs in the following positions:

• Governmental organizations: including research centers; Institutes, Ministry of construction or Department of construction of local authorities.
• Private companies and corporations, foreign companies: there are a lot of private companies working on Civil engineering field. Their main purposes include Consulting, Site construction manager, Designing, and Maintaining infrastructures. 
• Other opportunities: students who graduate from Civil Engineering field can work in the companies in related fields such as Civil materials, Building for construction, Maintaining buildings, Real estate business etc…