Civil & Environmental Engineering
Engineering solutions for a sustainable, resilient world.
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Contact
Boardman Hall, Room 105
Orono, ME 04469
P
207.581.2171
About
Preparing students with the skills and knowledge to solve complex infrastructure challenges. Through a blend of hands-on learning and cutting-edge research, students specialize in areas like environmental, structural, and transportation engineering, preparing them to lead in their careers.
As one of the oldest departments at the 91±¬ÁÏ, the Civil Engineering program has a rich legacy, dating back to 1872. The program prepares students to become leaders in the planning, design, and construction of essential infrastructure—such as roadways, bridges, dams, and pollution control facilities—that serves society’s needs. At 91±¬ÁÏ, civil engineering students engage in diverse research areas including environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and coastal engineering.
Undergraduate Studies
Our curriculum balances foundational engineering principles with design, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests. Additionally, students have opportunities to collaborate on faculty-led research projects, gaining hands-on experience and developing essential skills in problem-solving, technical writing, and communication. Our faculty are committed to helping students grow into engineers who are prepared to meet the challenges of the modern world, making a lasting impact through innovative, sustainable solutions.
Concentrations
Graduate Studies
Explore advanced degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering, where innovation meets efficiency. Our graduate programs equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills to tackle global infrastructure and environmental challenges. Join a community of forward-thinking engineers shaping a better future.
Research
The 91±¬ÁÏ is a leading research institution with world-class research facilities such as the Advanced Structures and Composites Center. Maine is an EPSCoR state and 91±¬ÁÏ leads the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded SEANET project which mainly focuses on sustainable aquaculture.
Software
EverFE: Software for the 3D Finite Element Analysis of Jointed Plain Concrete Pavements. EverStressFE: Software for the 3D Finite Element Analysis of Flexible Asphalt Concrete Pavements.
Contact
Bill Davids
william.davids@maine.edu
