Construction Engineering interdisciplinary nature of the program offers a mix of essential technical, managerial, and business courses for a successful career in the industry.The construction industry is the second largest industry in the United States employing more than six million people representing engineers, contractors, architects, owners, real estate developers, construction labor, material and equipment vendors, financial and insurance institutions, attorneys and government agencies. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment growth of construction engineers to exceed 35,000 new positions by 2006. The construction engineering program prepares students for rewardingcareers in the areas listed above.While licensure or certification may be available in this field of study, our program does not directly lead to such licensure or certification upon graduation. The professional preparation you receive in our program meets the educational requirements for licensure as a Professional Engineer and may still assist you in such pursuits, however, the licensing authority and requirements for Professional Engineers falls under the jurisdiction of the licensing board for the state, territory, or foreign entity in which engineer practices. If you intend to pursue such credentialing in your state or elsewhere, we strongly advise you to contact the applicable state credentialing authority to familiarize yourself with its specific requirements. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact Dr. Kevin Mackie Kevin.Mackieucf.edu with questions in this regard and we will do our best to assist you in your career planning.