2009-2010 Bulletin – PDF - SEAS Bulletin - Columbia University

economical, and governance issues and that can
be implemented now or in the near future. This
course is open to all undergraduate engineering
students. Multidisciplinary teamwork and
approaches are stressed. Outside lecturers
address issues specific to developing communities
and the particular project under consideration.
CIEN E3303x and y Independent studies in
civil engineering for juniors
1–3 pts. By conference. The faculty.
A project on civil engineering subjects approved
by the chairman of the department. Lab fee: $200.
CIEN E3304x and y Independent studies in
civil engineering for seniors
1–3 pts. By conference. The faculty.
A project on civil engineering subjects approved
by the chairman of the department. Lab fee: $200.
CIEN E4010y Transportation engineering
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Peterson.
Comprehensive multidisciplinary course in engineering
and planning design principles applied to understanding
major transportation systems, from people
to planes. Fundamentals of pedestrian, road, rail,
aviation and marine planning, designing, financing,
legislating, and analyzing. Engineering principles of
human control, vehicles, feedback control and signal
systems, lane systems, energy, goods movement, networks,
and parking. Novel system design presentation.
CIEN E4021x Elastic and plastic analysis
of structures
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Meyer.
Prerequisite: CIEN E3121 or the equivalent.
Overview of classical indeterminate structural
analysis methods (force and displacement methods),
approximate methods of analysis, plastic
analysis methods, collapse analysis, shakedown
theorem, structural optimization.
CIEN E4022y Bridge design and management
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Yanev.
Prerequisite: CIEN E3125 or the equivalent.
Bridge design history, methods of analysis, loads:
static, live, dynamic. Design: allowable stress,
ultimate strength, load resistance factor, supply/
demand. Steel and concrete superstructures:
suspension, cable-stayed, prestressed, arches.
Management of the assets, life-cycle cost,
expected useful life, inspection, maintenance,
repair, reconstruction. Bridge inventories, condition
assessments, data acquisition and analysis,
forecasts. Selected case histories and field visits.
CIEN E4100y Earthquake and wind engineering
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Smyth.
Prerequisite: ENME E3106 or the equivalent.
Basic concepts of seismology. Earthquake
characteristics, magnitude, response spectrum,
dynamic response of structures to ground motion.
Base isolation and earthquake-resistant design.
Wind loads and aeroelastic instabilities. Extreme
winds. Wind effects on structures and gust factors.
CIEN E4111x Uncertainty and risk in
infrastructure systems
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Smyth.
Prerequisites: Working knowledge of calculus.
Introduction to basic probability; hazard function;
reliability function; stochastic models of natural
and technological hazards; extreme value distributions;
Monte Carlo simulation techniques; fundamentals
of integrated risk assessment and risk
management; topics in risk-based insurance;
case studies involving civil infrastructure systems,
environmental systems, mechanical and aerospace
systems, construction management.
CIEN E4129x and y Managing engineering and
construction processes
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Nagaraja.
Prerequisite: Senior standing in civil engineering
or the instructor’s permission. Introduction to the
principles, methods, and tools necessary to manage
design and construction processes. Elements
of planning, estimating, scheduling, bidding, and
contractual relationships. Valuation of project
cash flows. Critical path method. Survey of construction
procedures. Cost control and effectiveness.
Field supervision.
CIEN E4130x Design of construction systems
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Tirolo.
Prerequisite: CIEN E 3125 or the equivalent, or
the instructor’s permission. Introduction to the
design of systems that support construction activities
and operations. Determination of design loads
during construction. Design of excavation support
systems, earth retaining systems, temporary supports
and underpinning, concrete formwork and
shoring systems. Cranes and erection systems.
Tunneling systems. Instrumentation and monitoring.
Students prepare and present term projects.
CIEN E4131x and y Principles of construction
techniques
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professors Hart and Papachristos.
Prerequisite: CIEN E4129 or the equivalent.
Current methods of construction, cost-effective
designs, maintenance, safe work environment.
Design functions, constructability, site and environmental
issues.
CIEN E4132y Prevention and resolution
of construction disputes
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Nikain.
Prerequisite: CIEN E4129 or the equivalent.
Contractual relationships in the engineering and
construction industry and the actions that result
in disputes. Emphasis on procedures required to
prevent disputes and resolve them quickly and
cost-effectively. Case studies requiring oral and
written presentations.
CIEN E4133x Capital facility planning and
financing
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Chang.
Prerequisite: CIEN E4129 or the equivalent. Planning
and financing of capital facilities with a strong
emphasis upon civil infrastructure systems. Project
feasibility and evaluation. Design of project delivery
systems to encourage best value, innovation, and
private sector participation. Fundamentals of engineering
economy and project finance. Elements of
life-cycle cost estimation and decision analysis.
Environmental, institutional, social, and political
factors. Case studies from transportation, water
supply, and wastewater treatment.
CIEN E4134y Construction industry law
Lect. 3. 3 pts. Professors Rubin and Quintas.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing or the instructor’s
permission. Practical focus upon legal concepts
applicable to the construction industry. Provides
sufficient understanding to manage legal aspects,
instead of being managed by them. Topics
include contractual relationships, contract performance,
contract flexibility and change orders,
liability and negligence, dispute avoidance/resolution,
surety bonds, insurance, and site safety.
CIEN E4135y Strategic management in global
design and construction
Lect. 3. 3 pts. Professor Taylor.
Core concepts of strategic planning, management,
and analysis within the global design and
construction industry. Global industry analysis,
strategic planning models, industry trends, and
project network dynamics. Strategies for information
technology, emerging markets, and globalization.
Case studies to demonstrate key concepts
in real-world environments.
CIEN 4136y Global entrepreneurship in civil
engineering
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Not given in 2009–2010.
Capstone practicum where teams develop business
plans for a new enterprise serving the global
architecture, engineering, and construction industry.
The innovation process; identification of attractive
entrepreneurial opportunities and global market
segments; development of an entry strategy;
product/service development planning; acquisition
of financing; protecting intellectual property; group
dynamics and organizational design; plans for
recruiting and retaining personnel; personnel
compensation/incentives. Invited industry speakers.
CIEN E4163x Environmental engineering:
wastewater
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Becker.
Prerequisites: Introductory chemistry (with laboratory)
and fluid mechanics. Fundamentals of water
pollution and wastewater characteristics. Chemistry,
microbiology, and reaction kinetics. Design of primary,
secondary, and advanced treatment systems.
Small community and residential systems.
CIEN E4210x Forensic structural engineering
Lect: 3. 3 pts. Professor Ratay.
Prerequisite: CIEN E3125 or the equivalent.
Review of significant failures, civil/structural engineering
design and construction practices, ethical
standards and the legal positions as necessary
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