San Diego State University Civil Engineering
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation San Diego State University lists for Civil Engineering transfers starts with CIV E 100, CIV E 121 and CIV E 218; the full list is below.
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SDSU for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
San Diego State University Civil Engineering Major Preparation
The courses San Diego State University lists as Civil Engineering major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are SDSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Complete all of these
- CIV E 100 Introduction to Civil Engineering
- CIV E 121 Computer Graphics for the Built Environment
- CIV E 218 Surveying for Civil Engineering and Construction
- CIV E 220 Civil and Environmental Engineering Computer Applications
- CIV E 225 Mechanics for Civil Engineers
- A E 280 Methods of Analysis
- CON E 101 Construction and Culture
- MATH 150 Calculus I
- MATH 151 Calculus II
- MATH 252 Calculus III
Complete 1 of these
- CIV E 160 Statistical Methods for the Built Environment
- STAT 250 Statistical Principles and Practices
Complete 1 of these
- BIOL 100 General Biology
- BIOL 101 World of Animals
Complete 1 of these
- CHEM 202 General Chemistry for Engineers
- CHEM 200 General Chemistry
Complete 1 of these
- PHYS 195 Principles of Physics and PHYS 195L Principles of Physics Laboratory
Complete 1 of these
- PHYS 196 Principles of Physics
- PHYS 196 Principles of Physics and PHYS 196L Principles of Physics Laboratory
Complete 1 of these
- CON E 240 Introduction to Construction Materials
- E E 204 Principles of Electrical Engineering
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does San Diego State University have a Civil Engineering major for transfer students?
Yes. San Diego State University offers Civil Engineering (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to San Diego State University for Civil Engineering?
San Diego State University's Civil Engineering major preparation includes CIV E 100, CIV E 121, CIV E 218, CIV E 220, CIV E 225 and A E 280, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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