Research 

The Department of Civil Engineering faculty and students conduct research projects that take on societies most pressing challenges, including the following areas:

• Hydrology
• Corrosion, Coatings, and Thin Film Technology
• Advanced Structures
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Water and Soil Remediation
• Structural Damage Detection and Health Monitoring
• Transportation and Safety
• Infrastructure Engineering
• Advanced Composite Materials and Structures 

Research Labs

• Akron Engineering Tribology Laboratory (AETL)
• Gas Turbine Testing and Research Laboratory