This civil site development course provides a practical, step-by-step guide to real-world civil engineering design and land development projects. It focuses on how engineers analyze land, design infrastructure, and prepare construction-ready site plans using professional workflows.
The course begins with an introduction to land development concepts and essential documents such as survey data and geotechnical reports. These foundations are critical for understanding site conditions and making informed engineering decisions.
It then moves into hydrology and drainage design, including pre-development runoff calculations, basin delineation, and modeling methods such as the SCS curve number approach. These topics help engineers manage stormwater and prevent flooding issues in development projects.
Next, the course covers site planning and grading techniques, teaching how to shape land efficiently for commercial and residential developments. Students also learn how to design drainage systems, place inlets, and position key infrastructure like lift stations.
The course continues with Civil 3D applications, including setting up road and utility profiles, designing sanitary pipelines, and handling storm crossings. These tools are essential for producing accurate and professional engineering drawings.
By the end of the course, learners will understand the full civil site development process from analysis to design implementation.
