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Civil Engineering Technology

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bachelor's DegreeCIP: 15.0201

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Denver, Colorado

    Speer Blvd and Colfax Ave, Denver, Colorado, 80217-3362

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingReading ComprehensionSpeakingWritingMonitoringJudgment and Decision MakingMathematics

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and SecurityComputers and ElectronicsTransportationEnglish LanguageMathematicsBuilding and ConstructionDesignAdministrative

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningNear VisionWritten ExpressionInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityMathematical ReasoningVisualizationNumber Facility

Tasks

  • Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed
  • Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or
  • Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions.
  • Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities,
  • Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structur
  • Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifi
  • Operate drones for site surveying and inspection, providing detailed aerial views of project sites.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareGeographic information systemObject or component oriented development softwareData base user interface and query softwareMap creation softwareElectronic mail software

Tools

35 millimeter camerasData collectorsDesktop computersDigital camerasDigital plottersDrafting instrumentsDynamic message signsElectric timing devicesNotebook computersPavement cutting sawsPersonal computersPneumatic traffic countersPortable two way radiosPortable weight scalesRadar gunsAnalytical balancesBlueprint machinesBrickmasons' trowelsBucket augersCompression testing machinesComputer scannersDessicatorsDilatometersDropping pipettesDrying ovensEngineers' transitsEvaporating dishesField data collectorsFilter papersGlass beakers

Work Values

IndependenceRelationshipsSupportWorking ConditionsAchievementRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Traffic Technicians53-6041.00
  • Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3022.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

  • Comprehensive delay studies — independently design and execute multi-location traffic delay studies, synthesizing speed, volume, and time data into actionable engineering reports.
  • Complex problem resolution — diagnose non-routine traffic flow problems at high-volume intersections by applying critical thinking and inductive reasoning to field and historical data.
  • Public and stakeholder communication — lead public-facing meetings and one-on-one discussions to explain traffic control policies, study findings, and planned improvements to diverse audiences.
  • Advanced data analysis — use analytical or scientific software and GIS platforms to model traffic patterns, evaluate system performance, and support corridor-level recommendations.
  • Technical graphics production — produce professional-grade diagrams, signal timing sheets, and traffic flow charts that meet departmental and engineering submission standards.
  • Systems evaluation — assess the effectiveness of existing traffic control configurations across an entire corridor or district, identifying systemic deficiencies and improvement priorities.
  • Legal and regulatory application — interpret and apply traffic law, government standards, and safety codes to field conditions, recommending compliant solutions without engineer prompting.
  • Presentation development — create and deliver data-driven presentations using presentation software to communicate study results to department leadership and partner agencies.
  • Multi-project time management — manage simultaneous field study assignments across multiple sites, independently scheduling resources and meeting established deadlines.
  • Mentorship of junior staff — guide emerging technicians through field data collection procedures, equipment operation, and report writing in day-to-day work settings.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
56%
Placement Rate
86%