土木和环境工程在自然和建筑环境的界面上提供创新的解决方案，以造福社会。因此，教育和研究致力于基础设施的有效设计，维护和可持续性，同时保留和维持自然，社会和经济资源。土木与环境工程系的研究生研究计划主要集中在以下四个领域。结构，岩土工程和材料，包括民用基础设施材料，工程力学，高级复合材料，结构动力学，基于性能的地震工程，岩土工程以及可靠性和风险评估，交通系统，包括交通运营和管理，先进的信息技术应用，旅行行为和运输系统分析，水文和水资源系统，包括水文循环和气候诱发的变化的动力学，洪水和干旱的预测和缓解，水文系
The Ph.D. indicates attainment of an original and significant research contribution to the state-of-the-art in the candidate's field, and an ability to communicate advanced engineering concepts. The doctoral program is tailored to the individual needs and background of the student. The detailed program of study for each Ph.D. student is formulated in consultation with a faculty advisor who takes into consideration the objectives and preparation of the candidate. The program of study must be approved by the faculty advisor and the Graduate Advisor of the Department.<br>Civil Engineering is described as the art of sustainably harnessing the natural environment to meet human needs. The success of this endeavor is evident all around us. The arid plain which greeted the early settlers in Southern California has been transformed into a thriving regional community largely by the application of civil engineering.<br><br>The goal of the Civil Engineering curriculum is to prepare graduates for a career in practice, research, or teaching. At the undergraduate level a common core of fundamental subjects is provided, and students are required to specialize in their senior year. Specializations are offered in General Civil Engineering, Environmental Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering, Structural Engineering, and Transportation Systems Engineering. Graduate opportunities are in three major thrust areas: structural analysis, design, and reliability, transportation systems engineering, and water resources and environmental engineering.<br><br>The career opportunities in civil engineering are varied. Graduates may look forward to long-term careers in major corporations, public bodies, the military, private consulting firms, or to being self-employed in private practice. History has shown a civil engineering education to be a good ground for many administrative and managerial positions.