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Course ContactBeth Ihnatolya
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Financial Aid Eligible?
Yes
Learning Format
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Day or Evening

Civil Tech I Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C40140D

The Civil Tech I Certificate program introduces the primary fundamental elements of civil engineering technology.

Overall, the Civil Engineering Technology curriculum provides the skills and theory to plan, analyze and supervise the design and construction of transportation and utility infrastructure. It also prepares students to handle tasks relevant to residential and commercial site design.

Students are introduced to a variety of coursework, including the following:

  • Drainage and erosion control
  • Statics and strength of materials
  • Materials testing
  • Site design and site surveying
  • CAD and GIS software suitable for performing common workplace objectives

Scholarship funds are available for this program of study.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$1,292.00
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
Total Credits
17
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Traffic Technician
    38064.00
    Starting Salary
    58489.60
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Civil Engineering Technician
    43125.67
    Starting Salary
    63990.06
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Surveying and Mapping Technician
    35586.73
    Starting Salary
    51881.98
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Nuclear Technician
    64376.00
    Starting Salary
    104228.80
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Geological Technician, Except Hydrologic Technician
    32822.40
    Starting Salary
    48401.60
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Construction Manager
    44755.34
    Starting Salary
    83517.60
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Cost Estimator
    45771.70
    Starting Salary
    77013.74
    Median Annual Wage
    2%
    Growth*
  • Surveyor
    42601.86
    Starting Salary
    72966.93
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Architectural and Civil Drafter
    43433.46
    Starting Salary
    63917.91
    Median Annual Wage
    6%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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