Final Year Project
The Final Year Project (FYP) course
(CIVE 501-502) was recently introduced in the Civil
Engineering curriculum to prepare students for engineering
practice. It is an important piece of work that
requires the synthesis of the knowledge and skills
acquired in earlier course work, some creativity,
and original thinking. It is considered as the capstone
of your undergraduate studies.
The final year project allows students
to specialize in a topic that they enjoy and in
which they can prove themselves. The FYP experience
entails long hours of work and constant diligence.
It is an opportunity for developing analytical and
problem solving skills in addition to other skills
that cannot be taught in classrooms.
The FYP course was designed to
satisfy the program outcomes of the Civil Engineering
curriculum in line with the Accreditation Board
for Engineering and Technology (ABET) recommendations.
These program outcomes are:
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An ability to apply knowledge
of mathematics, science, and engineering.
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An ability to identify, formulate,
and solve engineering problems.
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An ability to conduct experiments,
as well as to analyze and interpret data.
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An ability to design a system,
component, or process to meet desired needs.
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An ability to use the techniques,
skills, and modern tools necessary for engineering
practice.
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An ability to appreciate the
impact of engineering solutions in a local and
global context.
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An ability to function in
a team environment.
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An ability to communicate
effectively.
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An understanding of professional
and ethical responsibility.
The final year project will instill
in students the importance of teamwork, expose them
to multidisciplinary considerations (e.g. economic,
social, political, safety) and improve their communication
skills (written and oral). The final year project
is the largest single piece of work that prospective
employers will most likely be interested in during
a job interview.
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