Civil Engineering Technology graduates are prepared for careers in the civil engineering and surveying fields. As a civil engineering technician, students examine and interpret construction plan sets and specifications; confer with contractors and owners to enforce contract specifications and design drawings; test soils, asphalt, and concrete; observe and inspect other related construction activities; perform land surveying and computer aided drafting; observe building, highway and utility construction. With additional education and work experience, they can become a licensed professional in civil engineering, construction superintendent, civil designer, construction project manager, or professional land surveyor. The Civil Engineering Technology Associate Degree program at NWTC is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET.