also hydraulic systems classes that involve the theory and design of pipe flow, measuring devices, open channels, pumps and turbines. Another important class is environmental engineering, which is a class that discusses the environmental impact of what civil engineers do and how to prevent or reduce water and air pollution. What makes civil engineering such a good major is that classes such as these are parts of other engineering majors, thus giving civil engineers a broad range of understanding of many different topics. These classes may seem difficult to many people, and of course are not for everybody, but Professor Rost, sees it differently. He says, There really isnt anything hard about the courses that deal with any engineering major. You just have to like what you are doing. If you have an understanding for calculus based mathematics and physics based sciences, then you will have no problem with civil engineering, or any other engineering field.Civil engineering is a field of work that allows a person to work in nearly any work environment they choose. The degree shows an employer that the graduate has a high level of understanding of different topics and ability to learn many different skills on the job. The versatility of the profession allows a person to work on the construction, do the design, work in marketing, or any other computer-based desk job. They can work as civil engineers, or use their degree as a base to become other professionals such as business people or educators. They are the minds that create the roads, bridges, and buildings we use everyday. So be thankful for civil engineers, because without them our buildings would be unsafe, our drinking water would be contaminated, and our roadways would be so deteriorated and congested that traveling would be a hassle. You might wonder what I want to do with a degree in civil engineering. To me, it means choices in where I want to work, who I want to work...
