New CNC Civil Engineering program embracing state-of-the-art 3D, laser technology

“Yeah, it’s a great program, loving it so far and am excited to see where things go,” said first-year student Brett Palmer. “I would encourage anyone to come and check it out.”

The new two-year diploma was launched as a gateway for students to employment or for continuing education for them to fulfill a full engineering degree.

Whether it’s bridges, roads, hydrology, surveying, or structural design a wide variety of topics are covered in the diploma, and the instruction is done in very creative ways.

“There is a diverse amount of people that we take, so if you want to sit in front of the computer and design structures, analyze structures in 3D, and do software renderings.. we can do that,” said Alexander Ashton, Civil Engineering Technology Instructor at CNC.

Ashton said whether you want to work inside or outside, this program can work for you thanks to the broad range of careers in Civil Engineering.

So far student enrollment has been a bit of a challenge, although the interest from industry has been off the charts for the students who do choose to pursue the program.

Up to 28 students at a time can enroll in the four semester-long program and all of their training will be needed as we continue to battle climate-related disasters according to Ashton.

After all, a major part of the rebuilding after the floods throughout the southern half of BC involved Civil Engineers.

by Caden Fanshaw

New CNC Civil Engineering program embracing state-of-the-art 3D, laser technology

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