The Architectural Engineering Emphasis is a subprogram within the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and is not a separate degree program. The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering provides students with the educational background and tools required for them to excel in their intended profession in civil engineering. The areas of focus in the program are structural, geotechnical, environmental, construction, water resources, transportation and architectural engineering. Most course topics are well integrated with computer-aided analysis and design tools. Specifically, nine design courses are offered that meet or exceed the standards of professional practice. All design courses are taught by faculty members who are registered professional engineers and have extensive field experience. Students learn state-of-the-art design principles and practices that provide a tremendous asset in professional life. Through the curriculum, students also learn about safety, reliability, ethics, and socially and globally sensitive problems. The Bachelor of Science program in Civil Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil Engineering Programs. When selecting courses, students need to consult with a faculty adviser. Students are required to meet with their academic adviser every semester during the first year and at least once a year thereafter. All required courses toward the degree must be taken for a letter grade. Graduate courses are not open to undergraduate students without department approval. A GPA of 2.0 or better is required for the major. Course prerequisites are strictly enforced. Coursework taken at another college or university in which “C-” (1.7) or lower grade was earned will not be substituted for the major courses. Students are required to obtain department preapproval before registering for courses at another college or university. No more than a total of six units can be transferred to replace 300- or 400-level major courses. General Education Courses: All students at Cal State Fullerton are expected to complete prescribed units of General Education that are made up of courses outside of their chosen disciplines. Students seeking a degree in Engineering have been provided exceptions from some of the General Education requirements. For this reason, it is important that students take the approved G.E. courses for Engineering majors that are found in their Titan Degree Audit (TDA). Additionally, they should confirm the G.E. courses that are required within their specific programs with their respective advisers. Architectural Engineering Emphasis: The Architectural Engineering emphasis prepares students to specialize in building design and integrated building systems while maintaining a strong core foundation in Civil Engineering. Students who pursue the emphasis complete a focused set of elective courses that deepen their knowledge in structural systems, architectural design principles and engineering high-performance buildings. EGCE 415 - Architectural Design (3); EGCE 420 - Design of Highrise Structural Systems (3); EGCE 425 - Precast and Prestressed Concrete Design (3).