Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at USC is at the forefront of research and education on intelligent and sustainable infrastructure. Our cutting-edge research aims to discover knowledge and provide practical solutions to societal challenges. Our educational programs aim to train the engineers of the future; engineers capable of designing innovative solutions with far-reaching societal impact.

Department Highlights

Better preparing and recovering naval installations and surrounding communities from flooding

According to the Woodwell Climate Research Center, the probability of a 100-year rainfall event in Charleston will triple by the middle of this century, with an extreme risk to not only citizens and infrastructure but Joint Base Charleston's air base and naval weapons station.

Taking charge in the community: Civil engineering student receives senior leadership awards

Considering how involved senior Valerie Sims has become at the college, it is hard to believe there was a time when she would return to her hometown every weekend and not want to return to campus.

Bridging the gap: Working to bring new materials to South Carolina's infrastructure

Fabio Matta's bridge deck maintenance research project aims to bring innovative but well-researched materials out of academia and into the real world.

Berge and Johnson win awards from statewide civil engineering organization

Civil Engineering Associate Professor Nicole Berge and alumna Katie Johnson recently received prestigious awards from the South Carolina Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Amending guidelines for earthquake-resistant South Carolina bridges

Amending guidelines for earthquake-resistant South Carolina bridgesFaculty from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering are currently leading efforts and collaborating with the South Carolina Department of Transportation to ensure the state's bridges are resistant to damage from future earthquakes.

USC team selected for NSF project to address equitable water solutions

A team led by CEC faculty was one of 15 multidisciplinary teams selected for phase one of a $9.8 million National Science Foundation program, which aims to develop innovative technologies and solutions to improve U.S. freshwater systems.

 

 

Upcoming Events

Last day to drop a course or withdraw without a grade of 'WF' being recorded (Part of term 30)

Ongoing through Monday, Mar. 31, 2025

Awards Day

Ongoing through Thursday, Apr. 17, 2025

Last Day of Classes

Ongoing through Monday, Apr. 28, 2025

Reading Day

Ongoing through Tuesday, Apr. 29, 2025

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Ongoing through Wednesday, Apr. 30, 2025

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