CEE 1A:
Graphics Course
This course, intended for students taking a design studio, will focus on presentation theories, skills and design approaches. Through readings and exercises, and ultimately the student's own work, students will develop skill and complexity in their graphic and verbal presentations
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 2
CEE 10A:
Introduction to Architecture
This class introduces students to the discipline of architecture and to the fundamental question: What is an architect and how is architecture distinct from other arts and sciences? To answer this question, the class will focus on concepts important to the practice of architecture including: project conception, drawing, modeling, materials, structure, form, and professionalism. These terms will be investigated through short talks, site visits, historical precedent, in-class exercises, panel discussions and two on-campus case studies. No prior knowledge of architecture is required.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 31:
Accessing Architecture Through Drawing
Preference to Architectural Design and CEE majors; others by consent of instructor. Drawing architecture to probe the intricacies and subtleties that characterize contemporary buildings. How to dissect buildings and appreciate the formal elements of a building, including scale, shape, proportion, colors and materials, and the problem solving reflected in the design. Students construct conventional architectural drawings, such as plans, elevations, and perspectives. Limited enrollment.
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-CE
CEE 32B:
Design Theory
This seminar focuses on the key themes, histories, and methods of architectural theory -- a form of architectural practice that establishes the aims and philosophies of architecture. Architectural theory is primarily written, but it also incorporates drawing, photography, film, and other media. nnOne of the distinctive features of modern and contemporary architecture is its pronounced use of theory to articulate its aims. One might argue that modern architecture is modern because of its incorporation of theory. This course focuses on those early-modern, modern, and late-modern writings that have been and remain entangled with contemporary architectural thought and design practice. nnRather than examine the development of modern architectural theory chronologically, it is explored architectural through thematic topics. These themes enable the student to understand how certain architectural theoretical concepts endure, are transformed, and can be furthered through his/her own explorations.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-Hum
CEE 32H:
Responsive Structures (CEE 132H)
This Design Build seminar investigates the use of metal as a structural, spatial and experiential medium. We will examine the physical properties of a manufactured metal such as wire or mesh, and develop a structural system and design which respond to site and programmatic conditions. The process includes model building, prototyping, development of joinery, and culminates in the full scale installation of the developed design on campus. This course may be repeat for credit. Total Completions Allowed: 3.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 6 units total)
CEE 32S:
The Situated Workplace and Public Life
The modern workplace has undergone fundamental change and continues to evolve. The context of work in many industries is today being shaped substantially by changing workforce demographics, the pervasiveness of mobile and embedded information technologies, hyper-connected work models on a global scale, evolving notions of health and well being, etc. nnOur public realm is changing too. People are moving to cities in greater numbers than ever before posing both challenges and opportunities related to new levels of density, sustainable resource management, resilient infrastructures, as well as new forms of civic engagement at neighborhood levels, to name but a few. These changes at an urban scale impact how and where public life happens and how it interacts with new modalities at work.nnThis course will combine research, conceptual explorations, studio design work, seminars and guest lectures to explore the impact of the changing workplace on the morphology of the city by examining these bi-coastal seats of innovation. As the creative workplace continues to evolve, how will it engage the public realm within both well-established urban frameworks such as San Francisco and Boston, and emerging suburban contexts, such as Silicon Valley?nnThe course will join graduate students from the Northeastern University School of Architecture with students from the Stanford University Architectural Design program. Students will reside primarily at their prospective universities and will travel selectively for site research, team charettes and project reviews. Project sites on both coasts will be utilized for research and studio work. This is an opportunity for students from two top universities, both situated in the epicenters of workplace change, to explore and conduct valuable research on an issue that is changing their urban environments.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 48N:
Managing Complex, Global Projects
This freshman seminar highlights the challenges the challenges associated with planning and executing complex and challenging global projects in private, governmental and nonprofit/NGO settings. Covers organization and project management theory, methods, and tools to optimize the design of work processes and organizations to enhance complex, global project outcomes. Student teams model and analyze the work process and organization of a real-world project team engaged in a challenging local or global project.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 64:
Air Pollution and Global Warming: History, Science, and Solutions (CEE 263D)
Survey of Survey of air pollution and global warming and their renewable energy solutions. Topics: evolution of the Earth's atmosphere, history of discovery of chemicals in the air, bases and particles in urban smog, visibility, indoor air pollution, acid rain, stratospheric and Antarctic ozone loss, the historic climate record, causes and effects of global warming, impacts of energy systems on pollution and climate, renewable energy solutions to air pollution and global warming. UG Reqs: GER: DBNatSci
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
CEE 70:
Environmental Science and Technology (ENGR 90)
Introduction to environmental quality and the technical background necessary for understanding environmental issues, controlling environmental degradation, and preserving air and water quality. Material balance concepts for tracking substances in the environmental and engineering systems.
Terms: Win, Sum
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-AQR
CEE 101A:
Mechanics of Materials
Introduction to beam and column theory. Normal stress and strain in beams under various loading conditions; shear stress and shear flow; deflections of determinate and indeterminate beams; analysis of column buckling; structural loads in design; strength and serviceability criteria. Lab experiments. Prerequisites: ENGR 14.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 102:
Legal Principles in Design, Construction, and Project Delivery
Introduction to the key legal principles affecting design, construction and the delivery of infrastructure projects. The course begins with an introduction to the structure of law, including principles of contract, negligence, professional responsibility, intellectual property, land use and environmental law, then draws on these concepts to examine current and developing means of project delivery.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 112A:
Industry Applications of Virtual Design & Construction
Building upon the concept of VDC Scorecard, CEE 112A/212A investigates in the management of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) programs and projects in the building industry. Interacting with experts and professionals in real estate, architecture, engineering, construction and technology providers, students will learn from the industry applications of Building Information Modeling and its relationship with Integrated Project Delivery, Sustainable Design and Construction. Students will conduct case studies to evaluate the maturity of VDC planning, adoption, technology and performance in practice. Students taking 3 or 4 units will be paired up with independent research or case study projects on the industry applications of VDC. No prerequisite. See CEE112B/212B in the Winter Quarter and CEE 112C/212C in the Spring Quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2-4
CEE 120B:
Building Information Modeling Workshop (CEE 220B)
This course builds upon the Building Information Model concepts introduced in 120A/220A and illustrates how BIM modeling tools are used to design, analyze, and model building systems including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection. Course covers the physical principles, design criteria, and design strategies for each system and explores processes and tools for modeling those systems and analyzing their performance.nTopics include: building envelopes, access systems, structural systems modeling and analysis, mechanical / HVAC systems, plumbing and fire protection systems, electrical systems, and systems integration/coordination.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
CEE 120C:
Parametric Design and Optimization (CEE 220C)
This course explores tools and techniques for computational design and parametric modeling as a foundation for design optimization. Class sessions will introduce several parametric design modeling platforms and scripting environments that enable rapid generation of 3D models and enable rapid evaluation of parametrically-driven design alternatives.nnTopics to be featured include:n-Principles of parametric design vs. direct modelingn-Design exploration using parametric modeling platforms (Revit/FormIt, Rhino)n-Visual scripting languages and environments (Dynamo, Grasshopper, DesignScript)n-Single- and multi-dimensional optimization techniques and guidance strategies.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
CEE 120S:
Building Information Modeling Special Study (CEE 220S)
Special studies of Building Information Modeling strategies and techniques focused on creating, managing, and applying models in the building design and construction process. Processes and tools for creating, organizing, and working with 2D and 3D computer representations of building components to produce models used in design, construction planning, visualization, and analysis.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 8 units total)
CEE 122A:
Computer Integrated Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C)
Undergraduates serve as apprentices to graduate students in the AEC global project teams in CEE 222A. Apprentices participate in all activities of the AEC team, including the goals, objectives, constraints, tasks, and process of a crossdisciplinary global AEC teamwork in the concept development phase of a comprehensive building project. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 124:
Sustainable Development Studio
(Graduate students register for 224A.) Project-based. Sustainable design, development, use and evolution of buildings; connections of building systems to broader resource systems. Areas include architecture, structure, materials, energy, water, air, landscape, and food. Projects use a cradle-to-cradle approach focusing on technical and biological nutrient cycles and information and knowledge generation and organization. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Barton, J. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Lin, M. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 130:
Architectural Design: 3-D Modeling, Methodology, and Process
Preference to Architectural Design majors; others by consent of instructor. Projects investigate conceptual approaches to the design of key architectural elements, such as wall and roof. Functional and structural considerations. Focus is on constructing 3-D models in a range of materials; 3-D computer modeling. Students keep a graphic account of the evolution of their design process. Final project entails design of a simple structure. Limited enrollment. Pre- or corequisite: CEE 31 or 31Q.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
CEE 131B:
Financial Management of Sustainable Urban Systems
Focus is on financial management of sustainable urban systems. The course will study different kinds of financial services available, the management of financial resources, and relationships to financial service providers. The course will also study how financial services and relationships to financial service providers can be used to accomplish construction management, energy, and architecture work in sustainable urban systems. The learning outcome is an understanding of how financial services can be used in development of sustainable urban systems. nnThe course work is structured so that there are three modules: 1) general knowledge of financial management, 2) in-depth application in construction management, energy, or architecture, and 3) comparison of similarities and differences in-between the in-depth applications. Students will focus on one of the in-depth applications in a group work, and present the result of this application to students that make other applications. A key learning aspect is the understanding of how finance is used in construction management, energy, and architecture work. Students should be able to show the value, financial viability, and risk management of sustainable urban system development in construction management, energy, and architecture. Students should be able to finance construction management, energy, and architecture work. nnReadings include applications of finance and management to construction management, energy, or architecture. Guest speakers include developers, financial managers at construction firms, managers at energy firms, construction managers.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 132H:
Responsive Structures (CEE 32H)
This Design Build seminar investigates the use of metal as a structural, spatial and experiential medium. We will examine the physical properties of a manufactured metal such as wire or mesh, and develop a structural system and design which respond to site and programmatic conditions. The process includes model building, prototyping, development of joinery, and culminates in the full scale installation of the developed design on campus. This course may be repeat for credit. Total Completions Allowed: 3.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 6 units total)
CEE 133F:
Principles of Freehand Drawing
Traditional methods of depicting shape, form, and surface are applied to the discipline of architectural drawing. Students develop abilities to observe visual phenomenon analytically and translate subjects onto a two-dimensional surface in a variety of media. Drawing techniques such as modeling form, shading, rendering materials, and articulating landscaping are explored. Linear perspective exercises provide a foundation for the construction of drawings to illustrate cohesive design proposals. Step-by-step constructions, quick freehand sketches from slides, and on-location studies.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 134B:
Intermediate Arch Studio (CEE 234B)
This studio offers students experience in working with a real site and a real client program to develop a community facility. Students will develop site analysis, review a program for development and ultimately design their own solutions that meet client and community goals. Sustainability, historic preservation, community needs and materials will all play a part in the development of students final project. Students will also gain an understanding of graphic conventions, verbal and presentation techniques. Course may be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 5
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 8 units total)
CEE 141B:
Infrastructure Project Delivery (CEE 241B)
Infrastructure is critical to the economy, global competitiveness and quality of life. Topics include energy, transportation, water, public facilities ,and communications sectors. Analysis of how projects are designed, constructed, operated, and maintained. Focus is on public works projects in the U.S. Alternative project delivery approaches and organizational strategies. Case studies of real infrastructure projects. Industry guest speakers. Student teams prepare finance/design/build/operate/maintain project proposals.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 146A:
Engineering Economy (CEE 246A)
Fundamentals of financial and economic analysis. Engineering Economy Principles. Interest rates, Present value, annual cash flow, internal rate of return, benefit-cost analysis. Economic Life, Life Cycle Costs. Replacement analysis. Project Selection - Mutually Exclusive Alternatives, Multiple Objective Criteria. Depreciation. Inflation and Taxes. Sensitivity and risk analysis. Uncertainty and Probability. Decision Trees. Capital Budgeting. For CEE 146A: enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors. Attendance to the first class is mandatory (for both CEE 146A and CEE 246A). Instructor consent is required. Students must please kindly email the instructor a short paragraph indicating if they are an undergrad or grad student, their current year (Frosh/Soph/Junior or Senior), their Department and Program, and their reason for taking the class.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 155:
Introduction to Sensing Networks for CEE (CEE 255)
Introduce the design and implementation of sensor networks for monitoring the built and natural environment. Emphasis on the integration of modern sensor and communication technologies, signal processing and statistical models for network data analysis and interpretation to create practical deployments to enable sustainable systems, in areas such as energy, weather, transportation and buildings. Students will be involved in a practical project that may involve deploying a small sensor system, data models and analysis and signal processing. Limited enrollment.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 156:
Building Systems (CEE 256)
HVAC, lighting, and envelope systems for commercial and institutional buildings, with a focus on energy efficient design. Knowledge and skills required in the development of low-energy buildings that provide high quality environment for occupants.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 164:
Introduction to Physical Oceanography (CEE 262D, EARTHSYS 164, ESS 148)
The dynamic basis of oceanography. Topics: physical environment; conservation equations for salt, heat, and momentum; geostrophic flows; wind-driven flows; the Gulf Stream; equatorial dynamics and ENSO; thermohaline circulation of the deep oceans; and tides. Prerequisite: PHYSICS 41 (formerly 53).
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
CEE 166B:
Floods and Droughts, Dams and Aqueducts (CEE 266B)
Sociotechnical systems associated with human use of water as a resource and the hazards posed by too much or too little water. Potable and non-potable water use and conservation. Irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, rural and urban water supply systems, storm water management, flood damage mitigation, and water law and institutions. Emphasis is on engineering design. Prerequisite: 166A or equivalent. (Freyberg)
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 171:
Environmental Planning Methods
Intended primarily for juniors and seniors; first year graduate students welcome. Course introduces key environmental policy design and implementation concepts and provides opportunities to work with a range of environmental planning methods. Environmental laws and regulations (e.g., US Clean Water Act and the US National Environmental Policy Act) are examined. Course demonstrates how firms have gone beyond regulatory compliance and introduced environmental sustainability issues into core business strategies. Course uses a simulated negotiation of a financial penalty between a student team representing the US EPA (and other government agencies) and a team representing a firm that is out of compliance with Clean Water Act regulations. Professionals with experience in such negotiations provide coaching for student teams. Prerequisites: MATH 51. Recommended: 70.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 174B:
Wastewater Treatment: From Disposal to Resource Recovery
This course builds upon CEE 174A, covering basic hydraulics and the fundamental processes used to treat wastewater. In addition to understanding the details behind the fundamental processes, students will learn to feel comfortable developing initial design criteria (30% designs) for fundamental processes. Students should also develop a feel for the typical values of water treatment parameters and the equipment involved. After covering conventional processes, the class addresses newer processes used to meet emerging treatment objectives, including nutrient removal, composting of biosolids and recycling of wastewater for beneficial uses, including potable reuse. Pre-requisites: CEE 174A.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 176A:
Energy Efficient Buildings
Quantitative evaluation of technologies and techniques for reducing energy demand of residential-scale buildings. Heating and cooling load calculations, financial analysis, passive-solar design techniques, water heating systems, photovoltaic system sizing for net-zero-energy all-electric homes. Offered for 3 or 4 units; the 4-unit option includes a lab.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 177X:
Current Topics in Sustainable Engineering (CEE 277X)
This course is the first half of a two quarter, project-based design course that addresses the cultural, political, organizational, technical, and business issues at the heart of implementing sustainable engineering projects in the developing world. Students will be placed into one of three project teams and tackle a real-world design challenge in partnership with social entrepreneurs and NGOs. In CEE 177X/277X, students will gain the background skills and context necessary to effectively design engineering projects in developing nations. Instructor consent required.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
20 times
(up to 20 units total)
CEE 179A:
Water Chemistry Laboratory (CEE 273A)
(Graduate students register for 273A.) Laboratory application of techniques for the analysis of natural and contaminated waters, emphasizing instrumental techniques
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 182:
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
Properties of concrete and reinforcing steel; behavior of structural elements subject to bending moments, shear forces, torsion, axial loads, and combined actions; design of beams, slabs, columns and footings; strength design and serviceability requirements; design of simple structural systems for buildings. Prerequisite: 180.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
CEE 195:
Fundamentals of Structural Geology (GS 111)
Techniques for mapping using GPS and differential geometry to characterize structures; dimensional analysis and scaling relations; kinematics of deformation and flow; measurement and analysis of stress; elastic deformation and properties of rock; brittle deformation including fracture and faulting; linear viscous flow including folding and magma dynamics; model development and methodology. Models of tectonic processes are constructed and solutions visualized using MATLAB. Prerequisites: GS 1, MATH 51
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: WAY-FR, WAY-SMA
CEE 198:
Directed Reading or Special Studies in Civil Engineering
Written report or oral presentation required. Students must obtain a faculty sponsor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Griggs, G. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, B. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Knapp, K. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Swisher, J. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Tucker, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 199:
Undergraduate Research in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Written report or oral presentation required. Students must obtain a faculty sponsor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Azgour, M. (PI);
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Beaubois, T. (PI);
Beischer, T. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cahan, B. (PI);
Caliz, A. (PI);
Choe, B. (PI);
Chow, L. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Debbas, C. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Fong, D. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Griggs, G. (PI);
Groves, R. (PI);
Hayes, K. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, B. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Knapp, K. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Larimer, A. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Sarkisian, M. (PI);
Shiles, B. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI);
Wasney, C. (PI);
Williams, A. (PI);
Wood, E. (PI);
Ouyang, D. (SI)
CEE 199A:
Special Projects in Architecture
Faculty-directed study or internship. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Barton, J. (PI);
Beischer, T. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 199B:
Directed Studies in Architecture
Projects may include studio-mentoring activities, directed reading and writing on topics in the history and theory of architectural design, or investigations into design methodologies.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Azgour, M. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Beischer, T. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 199H:
Undergraduate Honors Thesis
For students who have declared the Civil Engineering B.S. honors major and have obtained approval of a topic for research under the guidance of a CEE faculty adviser. Letter grade only. Written thesis or oral presentation required.n (Staff)
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 2-3
| Repeatable
5 times
(up to 10 units total)
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI);
Weyant, J. (PI)
CEE 199L:
Independent Project in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 200B:
Teaching of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Required of CEE Ph.D. students. Strategies for effective teaching and introduction to engineering pedagogy. Topics: problem solving techniques and learning styles, individual and group instruction, the role of TAs, balancing other demands, grading. Teaching exercises. Register for quarter of teaching assistantship. May be repeated for credit. 200A. Aut, 200B. Win, 200C. Spr
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Griggs, G. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI)
CEE 202:
Construction Law and Claims
Concepts include the preparation and analysis of construction claims, cost overrun and schedule delay analysis, general legal principles, contracts, integrated project delivery, public private partnerships and the resolution of construction disputes through ADR and litigation. Requires attendance of the ten weeks of Monday classes and the first five weeks of Wednesday classes.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 206:
Decision Analysis for Civil and Environmental Engineers
Current challenges in selecting an appropriate site, alternate design, or retrofit strategy based on environmental, economic, and social factors can be best addressed through applications of decision science. Basics of decision theory, including development of decision trees with discrete and continuous random variables, expected value decision making, utility theory value of information, and elementary multi-attribute decision making will be covered in the class. Examples will cover many areas of civil and environmental engineering problems. Prerequisite: CEE 203 or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 209:
Risk Quantification and Insurance
Principles of risk management along with concepts of frequency and severity and various risk measures such as probabilities of exceeding given loss level, probabilities of insolvency, and expected value of shortfall will be introduced. Various risk handlingn techniques will be discussed with particular emphasis on insurance. Ability to express preferences between random future gains or losses, will be presented in the context of stochastic ordering of risks. Credibility theory and generalized linear models will be used for claims predictions. Prerequisites: CEE 203 or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 212A:
Industry Applications of Virtual Design & Construction
Building upon the concept of the VDC Scorecard, CEE 112A/212A investigates in the management of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) programs and projects in the building industry. Interacting with experts and professionals in real estate, architecture, engineering , construction and technology providers, students will learn from the industry applications of Building Information Modeling and its relationship with Integrated Project Delivery, Sustainable Design and Construction, and Virtual Design and Construction. Students will conduct case studies to evaluate the maturity of VDC planning, adoption, technology and performance in practice. Students taking 3 or 4 units will be paired up with independent research or case study projects on the industry applications of VDC. No prerequisite. See CEE 112B/212B in the Winter Quarter and CEE 112C/212C in the Spring Quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2-4
CEE 217:
Renewable Energy Infrastructure
Construction of renewable energy infrastructure: geothermal, solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, wind, biomass. Construction and engineering challenges and related issues and drivers for performance, cost, and environmental impact. Context of renewable energy infrastructure development including comparison of the types of renewable energy, key economic, environmental, and social contextual factors, applicability of a type of renewable energy given a context, related barriers and opportunities. Class project to plan a start-up for developing a type of energy infrastructure based on an engineering innovation.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 220B:
Building Information Modeling Workshop (CEE 120B)
This course builds upon the Building Information Model concepts introduced in 120A/220A and illustrates how BIM modeling tools are used to design, analyze, and model building systems including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection. Course covers the physical principles, design criteria, and design strategies for each system and explores processes and tools for modeling those systems and analyzing their performance.nTopics include: building envelopes, access systems, structural systems modeling and analysis, mechanical / HVAC systems, plumbing and fire protection systems, electrical systems, and systems integration/coordination.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
CEE 220C:
Parametric Design and Optimization (CEE 120C)
This course explores tools and techniques for computational design and parametric modeling as a foundation for design optimization. Class sessions will introduce several parametric design modeling platforms and scripting environments that enable rapid generation of 3D models and enable rapid evaluation of parametrically-driven design alternatives.nnTopics to be featured include:n-Principles of parametric design vs. direct modelingn-Design exploration using parametric modeling platforms (Revit/FormIt, Rhino)n-Visual scripting languages and environments (Dynamo, Grasshopper, DesignScript)n-Single- and multi-dimensional optimization techniques and guidance strategies.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
CEE 220S:
Building Information Modeling Special Study (CEE 120S)
Special studies of Building Information Modeling strategies and techniques focused on creating, managing, and applying models in the building design and construction process. Processes and tools for creating, organizing, and working with 2D and 3D computer representations of building components to produce models used in design, construction planning, visualization, and analysis.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 2-4
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 8 units total)
CEE 222A:
Computer Integrated Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) Global Teamwork
AEC students engage in a crossdisciplinary, collaborative, geographically distributed, and multicultural project-based teamwork. AEC teams exercise their domain knowledge and information technologies in a multidisciplinary context focusing on the design and construction concept development phase of a comprehensive building project. Prerequisite: interview with Instructor in Autumn Quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 223A:
Cement-based Materials, Properties and Durability
Students will develop an understanding of the chemical and physical processes of cement and concrete hydration, strength development, mechanical performance and durability. Students will learn how the properties of materials and admixture combine to create a wide range of cement-based materials used in the built environment. The course will address sustainable construction, including the use of alternative cements, admixtures, and aggregates. Students will apply the principles in this course to various aspects of civil and structural engineering, including innovative mix design specification and review, structural investigations and failure analysis, and cementitious materials research.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 224A:
Sustainable Development Studio
(Undergraduates, see 124.) Project-based. Sustainable design, development, use and evolution of buildings; connections of building systems to broader resource systems. Areas include architecture, structure, materials, energy, water, air, landscape, and food. Projects use a cradle-to-cradle approach focusing on technical and biological nutrient cycles and information and knowledge generation and organization. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Barton, J. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Jacobson, B. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Lin, M. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 224Y:
Sustainable Systems Project: San Jose
Sustainable Urban Systems Project: San Jose is a selective opportunity to engage in a unique, real-world learning experience being piloted for a new Sustainable Urban Systems initiative within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. it combines a project-based learning model with real-world problem-solving in an urban setting. Building off student work conducted in Fall and Winter quarters, Spring quarter students will work with planners in the City of San Jose to develop strategic solutions for high-priority challenges like affordable housing, stormwater management, and transit-oriented mixed-use development immersive trips to San Jose are a core part of the Spring quarter learning experience and students will engage in a variety of community activities throughout the quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2-5
CEE 227:
Global Project Finance
Public and private sources of finance for large, complex, capital-intensive projects in developed and developing countries. Benefits and disadvantages, major participants, risk sharing, and challenges of project finance in emerging markets. Financial, economic, political, cultural, and technological elements that affect project structures, processes, and outcomes. Case studies. Limited enrollment.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-5
CEE 234B:
Intermediate Arch Studio (CEE 134B)
This studio offers students experience in working with a real site and a real client program to develop a community facility. Students will develop site analysis, review a program for development and ultimately design their own solutions that meet client and community goals. Sustainability, historic preservation, community needs and materials will all play a part in the development of students final project. Students will also gain an understanding of graphic conventions, verbal and presentation techniques. Course may be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 5
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 8 units total)
CEE 241B:
Infrastructure Project Delivery (CEE 141B)
Infrastructure is critical to the economy, global competitiveness and quality of life. Topics include energy, transportation, water, public facilities ,and communications sectors. Analysis of how projects are designed, constructed, operated, and maintained. Focus is on public works projects in the U.S. Alternative project delivery approaches and organizational strategies. Case studies of real infrastructure projects. Industry guest speakers. Student teams prepare finance/design/build/operate/maintain project proposals.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 241P:
Integrated Management of Fabrication and Construction
Application of the fundamental fabrication and construction management concepts covered in CEE 241T to an actual project; integrated software environments; integration of scope, schedule, and cost information for scheduling, estimating, and progress control; scope management with BIM; off-site fabrication vs. on-site construction and supply chain coordination; group project; project permitting, potential for a joint project with CEE 242P. Prerequisites: CEE 210, CEE 241T.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 242:
Organization Design for Projects and Companies
Introduction to organizational behavior and organizational design for construction projects and companies. Class incorporates readings, individual, small group and large group case study assignments. Students use computer simulation to design real-world project organizations.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 246A:
Engineering Economy (CEE 146A)
Fundamentals of financial and economic analysis. Engineering Economy Principles. Interest rates, Present value, annual cash flow, internal rate of return, benefit-cost analysis. Economic Life, Life Cycle Costs. Replacement analysis. Project Selection - Mutually Exclusive Alternatives, Multiple Objective Criteria. Depreciation. Inflation and Taxes. Sensitivity and risk analysis. Uncertainty and Probability. Decision Trees. Capital Budgeting. For CEE 146A: enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors. Attendance to the first class is mandatory (for both CEE 146A and CEE 246A). Instructor consent is required. Students must please kindly email the instructor a short paragraph indicating if they are an undergrad or grad student, their current year (Frosh/Soph/Junior or Senior), their Department and Program, and their reason for taking the class.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 247A:
Network Governance
This course aims at providing students with insights, concepts and skills needed to understand the dynamics of multi-actor interaction processes in uncertain and often highly politicized contexts and to be able to cope with technological and strategic uncertainties and risks including the unpredictable behavior of actors. They will develop knowledge, skills and competences about how to manage divergent and conflicting interests of different actors including principles of integrative negotiation, communication and mediation.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 249:
Labor and Industrial Relations: Negotiations, Strikes, and Dispute Resolution
Labor/management negotiations, content of a labor agreement, strikes, dispute resolution, contemporary issues affecting labor and management, and union versus open shop competitiveness in the marketplace. Case studies; presentations by union leaders, legal experts, and contractor principals. Simulated negotiation session with union officials and role play in an arbitration hearing.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 255:
Introduction to Sensing Networks for CEE (CEE 155)
Introduce the design and implementation of sensor networks for monitoring the built and natural environment. Emphasis on the integration of modern sensor and communication technologies, signal processing and statistical models for network data analysis and interpretation to create practical deployments to enable sustainable systems, in areas such as energy, weather, transportation and buildings. Students will be involved in a practical project that may involve deploying a small sensor system, data models and analysis and signal processing. Limited enrollment.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 256:
Building Systems (CEE 156)
HVAC, lighting, and envelope systems for commercial and institutional buildings, with a focus on energy efficient design. Knowledge and skills required in the development of low-energy buildings that provide high quality environment for occupants.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 259B:
Construction Problems
Group-selected problems in construction techniques, equipment, or management; preparation of oral and written reports. Guest specialists from the construction industry. See 299 for individual studies. Prerequisites: graduate standing in CEM program and consent of instructor.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 260C:
Contaminant Hydrogeology and Reactive Transport (ESS 221, GS 225)
For earth scientists and engineers. Environmental, geologic, and water resource problems involving migration of contaminated groundwater through porous media and associated biogeochemical and fluid-rock reactions. Conceptual and quantitative treatment of advective-dispersive transport with reacting solutes. Predictive models of contaminant behavior controlled by local equilibrium and kinetics. Modern methods of contaminant transport simulation and reactive transport modeling using geochemical transport software. Some Matlab programming / program modification required. Prerequisite: Physical Hydrogeology ESS 220 / CEE 260A (Gorelick) or equivalent. Recommended: course work in environmental chemistry or geochemistry (e.g., one or more of the following: ESS 155, ESS 156/256 GS 90, GS 170/279, GS 171, CEE 177 or CEE 270).
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 261:
Physics of Wind Energy (ME 262)
An introduction to the analysis and modeling of wind energy resources and their extraction. Topics include the physical origins of atmospheric winds; vertical profiles of wind speed and turbulence over land and sea; the wind energy spectrum and its modification by natural topography and built environments; theoretical limits on wind energy extraction by wind turbines and wind farms; modeling of wind turbine aerodynamics and wind farm performance. Final project will focus on development of a new wind energy technology concept. Prerequisites: CEE 262A or ME 351A
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 262B:
Transport and Mixing in Surface Water Flows
Application of fluid mechanics to problems of pollutant transport and mixing in the water environment. Mathematical models of advection, diffusion, and dispersion. Application of theory to problems of transport and mixing in rivers, estuaries, and lakes and reservoirs. Recommended: 262A and CME 102 (formerly ENGR 155A), or equivalents.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 262C:
Modeling Environmental Flows
Introduction to numerical methods for modeling surface water flows in rivers, lakes, estuaries and the coastal ocean. Topics include stability and accuracy analysis, curvilinear and unstructured grids, implicit/explicit methods, transport and diffusion, shallow water equations, nonhydrostatic equations, Navier-Stokes solvers, turbulence modeling. Prerequisites: CEE262A, CME206, or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 262D:
Introduction to Physical Oceanography (CEE 164, EARTHSYS 164, ESS 148)
The dynamic basis of oceanography. Topics: physical environment; conservation equations for salt, heat, and momentum; geostrophic flows; wind-driven flows; the Gulf Stream; equatorial dynamics and ENSO; thermohaline circulation of the deep oceans; and tides. Prerequisite: PHYSICS 41 (formerly 53).
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 263D:
Air Pollution and Global Warming: History, Science, and Solutions (CEE 64)
Survey of Survey of air pollution and global warming and their renewable energy solutions. Topics: evolution of the Earth's atmosphere, history of discovery of chemicals in the air, bases and particles in urban smog, visibility, indoor air pollution, acid rain, stratospheric and Antarctic ozone loss, the historic climate record, causes and effects of global warming, impacts of energy systems on pollution and climate, renewable energy solutions to air pollution and global warming. UG Reqs: GER: DBNatSci
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 263S:
Atmosphere/Energy Seminar
Interdisciplinary seminar with talks by researchers and practitioners in the fields of atmospheric science and renewable energy engineering. Addresses the causes of climate, air pollution, and weather problems and methods of addressing these problems through renewable and efficient energy systems. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
(up to 99 units total)
CEE 266B:
Floods and Droughts, Dams and Aqueducts (CEE 166B)
Sociotechnical systems associated with human use of water as a resource and the hazards posed by too much or too little water. Potable and non-potable water use and conservation. Irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, rural and urban water supply systems, storm water management, flood damage mitigation, and water law and institutions. Emphasis is on engineering design. Prerequisite: 166A or equivalent. (Freyberg)
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 268:
Groundwater Flow
Flow and mass transport in porous media. Applications of potential flow theory and numerical modeling methods to practical groundwater problems: flow to and from wells, rivers, lakes, drainage ditches; flow through and under dams; streamline tracing; capture zones of wells; and mixing schemes for in-situ remediation. Prerequisites: calculus and introductory fluid mechanics.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 269B:
Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Hydrology Seminar
Problems in all branches of water resources. Talks by visitors, faculty, and students. May be repeated two times for credit.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 2 units total)
CEE 271A:
Physical and Chemical Treatment Processes
Physical and chemical unit operations for water treatment, emphasizing process combinations for drinking water supply. Application of the principles of chemistry, rate processes, fluid dynamics, and process engineering to define and solve water treatment problems by flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, oxidation, aeration, and adsorption. Investigative paper on water supply and treatment. Prerequisites: 101B, 270. Recommended: 273.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 271B:
Environmental Biotechnology
Stoichiometry, kinetics, and thermodynamics of microbial processes for the transformation of environmental contaminants. Design of dispersed growth and biofilm-based processes. Applications include treatment of municipal and industrial waste waters, detoxification of hazardous chemicals, and groundwater remediation. Prerequisites: 270; 177 or 274A or equivalents.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 271M:
Transport Phenomena: Momentum, heat and mass transport (CEE 371M)
Heat, mass and momentum transfer theory from the viewpoint of basic transport equations. Steady and unsteady state; laminar and turbulent flow; boundary layer theory. Prerequisites: fluid mechanics, ordinary differential equations.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 272T:
SmartGrids and Advanced Power Systems Seminar (EE 292T)
A series of seminar and lectures focused on power engineering. Renowned researchers from universities and national labs will deliver bi-weekly seminars on the state of the art of power system engineering. Seminar topics may include: power system analysis and simulation, control and stability, new market mechanisms, computation challenges and solutions, detection and estimation, and the role of communications in the grid. The instructors will cover relevant background materials in the in-between weeks. The seminars are planned to continue throughout the next academic year, so the course may be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-2
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 4 units total)
CEE 273A:
Water Chemistry Laboratory (CEE 179A)
(Graduate students register for 273A.) Laboratory application of techniques for the analysis of natural and contaminated waters, emphasizing instrumental techniques
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 274B:
Microbial Bioenergy Systems (CHEMENG 456)
Introduction to microbial metabolic pathways and to the pathway logic with a special focus on microbial bioenergy systems. The first part of the course emphasizes the metabolic and biochemical principles of pathways, whereas the second part is more specifically directed toward using this knowledge to understand existing systems and to design innovative microbial bioenergy systems for biofuel, biorefinery, and environmental applications. There also is an emphasis on the implications of rerouting of energy and reducing equivalents for the fitness and ecology of the organism. Prerequisites: CHEMENG 174 or 181 and organic chemistry, or equivalents.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 275K:
The Practice of Environmental Consulting
Class consists of eight interactive two-hour seminars with discussions, and will cover the evolution of the environmental consulting business, strategic choices and alternative business models for private and public firms, a review of the key operational issues in managing firm, organizational strategies, knowledge management and innovation, and ethical issues in providing professional services. Case studies will be used to illustrate key concepts. Selected reading materials drawn from the technical and business literature on the consulting business. Student groups will prepare and present an abbreviated business plan for an environmental based business. Enrollment limited to CEE MS and PHD students.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2
CEE 277C:
Environmental Governance (ENVRES 250)
This interdisciplinary course presents an overview of environmental governance through an examination of how and why societies manage the relationships between human beings and the natural world. By comparing regulatory, community-based, and incentive-based environmental management systems, we address why certain environmental problems are managed as they are, and what approaches to environmental management are more (or less) successful. Designed for graduate students and upper-level undergraduates with some exposure to both the natural sciences (ecology/environmental chemistry), and the social sciences (anthropology, economics, political science, or sociology). A pre-course incoming survey is required.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 277F:
Advanced Field Methods in Water, Health and Development
Field methods for assessing household stored water quality, hand contamination, behaviors, and knowledge related to water, sanitation and health. Limited enrollment. Instructor consent required.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-10
CEE 277X:
Current Topics in Sustainable Engineering (CEE 177X)
This course is the first half of a two quarter, project-based design course that addresses the cultural, political, organizational, technical, and business issues at the heart of implementing sustainable engineering projects in the developing world. Students will be placed into one of three project teams and tackle a real-world design challenge in partnership with social entrepreneurs and NGOs. In CEE 177X/277X, students will gain the background skills and context necessary to effectively design engineering projects in developing nations. Instructor consent required.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
20 times
(up to 20 units total)
CEE 278A:
Air Pollution Fundamentals
The sources and health effects of gaseous and particulate air pollutants. The influence of meteorology on pollution: temperature profiles, stability classes, inversion layers, turbulence. Atmospheric diffusion equations, downwind dispersion of emissions from point and line sources. Removal of air pollutants via settling, diffusion, coagulation, precipitation, Mechanisms for ozone formation, in the troposphere versus in the stratosphere. Effects of airborne particle size and composition on light scattering/absorption, and on visual range. Prerequisites: MATH 51 or equivalent. Recommended: 101B, CHEM 31A, or equivalents.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 279:
Environmental Engineering Seminar
Current research, practice, and thinking in environmental engineering and science. Attendance at seminars is self-directed, the 20 hours of required seminar attendance may be accrued throughout the school year. Must prepare a publication synopsis, and maintain log of seminar attendance. See Aut Qtr CEE 279 syllabus for details on course requirements. Contact hildemann@stanford.edu to be added to Coursework website.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 3 units total)
CEE 281:
Mechanics and Finite Elements
Fluid conduction and solid deformation; conservation laws: balance of mass and balance of momentum; generalized Darcy's law and Hooke's law in 3D; the use of tensors in mechanics; finite element formulation of boundary-value problems; variational equations and Galerkin approximations; basic shape functions, numerical integration, and assembly operations.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 282:
Nonlinear Structural Analysis
Introduction to methods of geometric and material nonlinear analysis, emphasizing modeling approaches for framed structures. Large-displacement analysis, concentrated and distributed plasticity models, and nonlinear solution methods. Applications to frame stability and performance-based seismic design. Assignments emphasize computer implementation and applications. Prerequisites: 280 and an advanced course in structural behavior (e.g., 285A, 285B or equivalent).
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 283:
Structural Dynamics
Vibrations and dynamic response of simple structures under time dependent loads; dynamic analysis of single and multiple degrees of freedom systems; support motion; response spectra.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 285B:
Advanced Structural Steel Behavior and Design
Advanced topics in structural steel design. Topics include composite floor systems; bolted and welded connections; beam-column connections; innovative lateral load resisting systems. As part of this course students design a 15-story steel building. Prerequisite: basic course in structural steel design CEE181 or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-4
CEE 293:
Foundations and Earth Structures
Types, characteristics, analysis, and design of shallow and deep foundations; rigid and flexible retaining walls; braced excavations; settlement of footings in sands and clays; slope stability analysis by method of slices including search algorithms for the critical slip surface. Prerequisite: 101C or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 297R:
Structural Geology and Rock Mechanics (GEOPHYS 251, GS 215)
Quantitative field and laboratory data integrated with solutions to boundary value problems of continuum mechanics to understand tectonic processes in Earth's crust that lead to the development of geological structures including folds, faults, fractures and fabrics. Topics include: techniques and tools for structural mapping¿ differential geometry to characterize structures¿ dimensional analysis and scaling relations¿ kinematics of deformation and flow¿ traction and stress analysis, conservation of mass and momentum in a deformable continuum¿ linear elastic deformation and elastic properties¿ brittle deformation including fracture and faulting¿ model development and methodology. Data sets analyzed using MATLAB. Prerequisites: GS 1, MATH 53, MATLAB or equivalent.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
CEE 298:
Structural Engineering and Geomechanics Seminar
Recommended for all graduate students. Lectures on topics of current interest in professional practice and research.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 3 units total)
CEE 299:
Independent Study in Civil Engineering for CEE-MS Students
Directed study for CEE-MS students on subjects of mutual interest to students and faculty. Student must obtain faculty sponsor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Bennon, M. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cahan, B. (PI);
Cornell, C. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Dabiri, J. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Griggs, G. (PI);
Groves, R. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Kam, C. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Knapp, K. (PI);
Koen, N. (PI);
Kolderup, E. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Larimer, A. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Monk, A. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Ouellette, N. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Redd, T. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Tucker, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI);
Lin, D. (GP)
CEE 299L:
Independent Project in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Criddle, C. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Kolderup, E. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Ouellette, N. (PI)
CEE 299S:
Independent Project in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 300:
Thesis (Engineer Degree)
Research by Engineer candidates.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-15
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cornell, C. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Gorelick, S. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Redd, T. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 301:
The Energy Seminar (ENERGY 301, MS&E 494)
Interdisciplinary exploration of current energy challenges and opportunities, with talks by faculty, visitors, and students. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 316:
Sustainable Built Environment Research
Intended for early stage Ph.D. students in Sustainable Design and Construction (SDC). Covers dominant methodological approaches at the intersection of engineering, social management science and computer science. Overviews an array of methods available for research, focusing on methods commonly used in SDC. Publications using various methods will be analyzed, and journal review processes will be discussed. Major deliverable is research proposal using one or more of the methods discussed. Students will gain familiarity with the array of methods available for SDC research, know how to apply the methods in their own research area, and receive guidance on publishing their research in scientific journals.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 323B:
Infrastructure Finance and Governance
Presentation and discussion of early stage or more mature research on a variety of topics related to financing, governance and sustainability of civil infrastructure projects by researchers associated with the Global Projects Center and visiting speakers. To obtain one unit of credit, students must attend and participate in all seminars, with up to two excused absences. Seminar meets weekly during Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 2 units total)
CEE 328A:
Multidisciplinary Design and Simulation of Building Envelopes
Curtain walls are a manufactured product ubiquitous in the world of architecture and engineering that must meet structural, thermal, acoustic, environmental, and economic performance requirements. This course focuses on design strategies for building envelopes and explores new design approaches including parametric 3D modeling, simulation, and Multidsiciplinary Design Optimization (MDO) methods that leverage computation to augment human abilities to identify novel, high performing solutions. Prerequisite: CEE 220A or equivalent. Limited to 16 students.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 3
CEE 365B:
Advanced Topics in Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Hydrology
Students must obtain a faculty sponsor.
Terms: Win
| Units: 2-6
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 370B:
Environmental Research
Introductory research experience for first-year Ph.D. students in the Environmental Engineering and Science program. 15-18 hours/week on research over three quarters. 370A requires written literature survey on a research topic; 370B requires oral presentation on experimental techniques and research progress; 370C requires written or oral presentation of preliminary doctoral research proposal. Students must obtain a faculty sponsor.
Terms: Win
| Units: 5-6
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Boehm, A. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI)
CEE 371L:
Helminthic Disease Monitoring and Control.
Assessment will be based upon weekly written and/or oral reports, with a final written critical review due at the end of the quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 5
CEE 371M:
Transport Phenomena: Momentum, heat and mass transport (CEE 271M)
Heat, mass and momentum transfer theory from the viewpoint of basic transport equations. Steady and unsteady state; laminar and turbulent flow; boundary layer theory. Prerequisites: fluid mechanics, ordinary differential equations.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
CEE 374B:
Introduction to Physiology of Microbes in Biofilms
Diversification of biofilm populations, control of gene expression in biofilm environments, and evolution of novel genetic traits in biofilms.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1-6
CEE 374S:
Advanced Topics in Microbial Pollution
May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 374T:
Advanced Topics in Coastal Pollution
May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 374U:
Advanced Topics in Submarine Groundwater Discharge
May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 374V:
Advanced Topics in Microbial Source Tracking
May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
for credit
CEE 374W:
Advanced Topics in Water, Health and Development
Advanced topics in water, health and development. Emphasis on low-and-middle-income countries. Class content varies according to interests of students. Instructor consent required.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-18
| Repeatable
18 times
(up to 18 units total)
CEE 374X:
Advanced Topics in Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Analysis of experimental and non-experimental data using multivariate modeling approaches. May be repeated for credit. Permission of instructor required for enrollment.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-6
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 18 units total)
CEE 377:
Research Proposal Writing in Environmental Engineering and Science
For first- and second-year post-master's students preparing for thesis defense. Students develop progress reports and agency-style research proposals, and present a proposal in oral form. Prerequisite: consent of thesis adviser.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-3
Instructors: ;
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Haymaker, J. (PI);
Jacobson, B. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 381:
Advanced Engineering Informatics
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-4
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI)
CEE 398:
Report on Civil Engineering Training
On-the-job training under the guidance of experienced, on-site supervisors; meets the requirements for Curricular Practical Training for students on F-1 visas. Students submit a concise report detailing work activities, problems worked on, and key results. Prerequisite: qualified offer of employment and consent of adviser as per I-Center procedures.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Eriksson, K. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Flager, F. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Gragg, D. (PI);
Griggs, G. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, B. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Kam, C. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Knapp, K. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 399:
Advanced Engineering Problems
Individual graduate work under the direction of a faculty member on a subject of mutual interest. For Engineer Degree students and Pre-quals Doctoral students. Student must have faculty sponsor. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-10
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cahan, B. (PI);
Cornell, C. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Dabiri, J. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Monk, A. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Ouellette, N. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 400:
Thesis (Ph.D. Degree)
For students who have successfully completed the department general qualifying examination. Research and dissertation for the Ph.D. degree.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-15
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cornell, C. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 801:
TGR Project (Engineer Degree)
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 0
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI)
CEE 802:
TGR Dissertation (PhD degree)
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 0
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors: ;
Baker, J. (PI);
Barton, J. (PI);
Billington, S. (PI);
Blake, C. (PI);
Boehm, A. (PI);
Borja, R. (PI);
Cornell, C. (PI);
Criddle, C. (PI);
Davis, J. (PI);
Deierlein, G. (PI);
Fischer, M. (PI);
Freyberg, D. (PI);
Fringer, O. (PI);
Fruchter, R. (PI);
Hildemann, L. (PI);
Jacobson, M. (PI);
Katz, G. (PI);
Kiremidjian, A. (PI);
Kitanidis, P. (PI);
Koseff, J. (PI);
Krawinkler, H. (PI);
Kunz, J. (PI);
Law, K. (PI);
Leckie, J. (PI);
Lepech, M. (PI);
Levitt, R. (PI);
Linder, C. (PI);
Luthy, R. (PI);
Masters, G. (PI);
McCann, M. (PI);
McCarty, P. (PI);
Meehan, R. (PI);
Michalak, A. (PI);
Miranda, E. (PI);
Mitch, W. (PI);
Monismith, S. (PI);
Orr, R. (PI);
Ortolano, L. (PI);
Rajagopal, R. (PI);
Reinhard, M. (PI);
Spormann, A. (PI);
Street, B. (PI);
Tabazadeh, A. (PI);
Tatum, C. (PI);
Walters, P. (PI);
Woodward, J. (PI)
