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Construction Engineering Technology
What do Construction Engineering Technology majors do?
What our students are saying
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I’m excited to be a product of an institution with a tradition of engineering excellence."Muhammad Elgammal -
NJIT was my dream school."Hilsson Angeles -
Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."Seif Issa
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Architecture
What do Architecture majors do?
What our students are saying
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At NJIT I've had the pleasure to study and work among commendable faculty and students."Albina Gode -
Through my studies at NJIT, I've adopted a focus on the social aspect of my profession"Angelika Los -
The graduate program provided me with a diverse education."Carol Hong
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Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 150
Program Details
As an Architecture school within a research university, we are a platform for innovation. Our emphasis on research faculty offers students the opportunity to collaborate in growing areas from nanotechnology to augmented and virtual reality, and to explore the frontiers of robotics and digital fabrication. Our program objectives are grounded in professional accreditation requirements.
What You Will Learn:
- Build abstract relationships and understand the impact of ideas based on the study and analysis of multiple theoretical, social, political, economic, cultural and environmental contexts.
- Use a diverse range of skills to think about and convey architectural ideas, including drawing, modeling, writing, investigating and speaking.
- Comprehend the technical aspects of design, systems and materials and be able to apply that comprehension to architectural solutions considering their impact on the environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to synthesize a wide range of variables into an integrated design solution.
- Understand business principles for the practice of Architecture, including management, advocacy, and the need to act legally, ethically and critically for the good of the client, society and the public.
Admissions & curriculum
150 Required Credits
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Architecture Salaries
$63,300
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$79,000
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
NJIT is home to the only accredited undergraduate architecture program in the State of New Jersey
Career Prospects
Where do Architecture majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Architect
- Architectural Designer
- Designer I
- Project Manager
- Assistant Project Manager
Top Employers
- Gensler
- Perkins Eastman
- AECOM
- Perkins+Will
- Turner Construction
What our students are saying
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I worked very hard at NJIT, and I'll be honest--that degree has gotten me exactly where I am today."Tom BuryClass of '02Architecture -
I appreciated the intellectual challenges, career preparation and diverse student body."Karen CilentoClass of '12Interior Design -
NJIT put me on the right path for my career."Earl Jackson
Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 128
Program Details
Graduates of this program will attain positions of responsibility within the various aspects of the construction industry. Many graduates eventually create their own construction companies or attain executive positions with construction industry firms.
- As a graduate, you also will have the necessary skills to avail yourself of the opportunities for lifelong learning and professional development. You will learn how to:
- Utilize techniques that are appropriate to administer and evaluate construction contracts, documents and codes.
- Estimate costs, estimate quantities and evaluate materials for construction projects.
- Utilize measuring methods, hardware and software that are appropriate for field, laboratory and office processes related to construction.
- Apply fundamental computational methods and elementary analytical techniques in sub-disciplines related to construction engineering.
- Produce and utilize design, construction and operations documents.
- Perform economic analyses and cost estimates related to design, construction and maintenance of systems associated with construction engineering.
- Select appropriate construction materials and practices.
- Apply appropriate principles of construction management, law and ethics.
- Perform standard analysis and design in at least one sub-discipline related to construction engineering.
What You Will Learn:
- An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of the discipline to broadly defined engineering technology activities.
- An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.
- An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
- An ability to design systems, components or processes for broadly defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives.
- An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
- An ability to identify, analyze and solve broadly defined engineering technology problems.
- An ability to apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
- An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity.
- A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
- A commitment to quality, timeliness and continuous improvement.
Admissions & curriculum
128 Required Credits
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Construction Management Salaries
$65,000
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$74,941
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
This is the only four-year construction management program offered at a university in New Jersey.
Career Prospects
Where do Construction Management Technology majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Construction Scheduler
- Project Coordinator
- Safety Director
- Construction Site Supervisor
Top Employers
- DeBartolo Development
- NJ Transit
- Union Paving & Construction Co. Inc.
- Copper Hill Development Inc
What our students are saying
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My CMT degree from NJIT has opened so many doors for me professionally."Brady Hall -
With my CMT degree, I felt more than prepared for my job at Railroad Construction Company."Andrew Oliver -
Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."Seif Issa
Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 131
Program Details
The objective of the Construction Engineering Technology program is to prepare graduates to become successful contractors, construction managers, project executives, project managers and construction inspectors. Many graduates eventually create their own construction companies or attain executive positions with construction industry firms.
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Graduates of our program will attain positions of responsibility within the various aspects of the construction industry.
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Graduates of our program will have the necessary skills to avail themselves of the opportunities for lifelong learning and professional development.
What You Will Learn:
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An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines to broadly defined engineering technology activities.
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An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.
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An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
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An ability to design systems, components or processes for broadly defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives.
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An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
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An ability to identify, analyze and solve broadly defined engineering technology problems.
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An ability to apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments, and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
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A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
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An ability to produce and utilize design, construction and operations documents.
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An ability to perform economic analyses and cost estimates related to design, construction and maintenance of systems in the construction technical specialties.
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An ability to select appropriate construction materials and practices.
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An ability to apply principles of construction law and ethics.
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An ability to apply basic technical concepts to the solution of construction problems involving hydraulics and hydrology, geotechnics, structures, construction scheduling, and management and construction safety.
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An ability to perform standard analysis and design in at least one recognized technical specialty within Construction Engineering Technology that is appropriate to the goals of the program.
Admissions & curriculum
131 Required Credits
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Construction Engineering Technology Salaries
$61,000
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$65,000
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
This is the only four-year construction engineering technology program offered at a university in New Jersey.
Career Prospects
Where do Construction Engineering Technology majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Project Engineer
- Estimator
- Field Engineer
- Project Manager
- Assistant Project Manager
Top Employers
- Public Service Enterprise Group
- Haas Construction Management LLC
- Railroad Construction Company Inc.
- Pennoni
- Moretrench
What our students are saying
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I’m excited to be a product of an institution with a tradition of engineering excellence."Muhammad Elgammal
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NJIT was my dream school."Hilsson Angeles
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Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."Seif Issa
