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Program Overview
Civil engineers design and build important parts of our infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, dams and water supply systems. As a student in Madison College's Civil Engineering Technology program, you will train to assist engineers and land surveyors in:
- Planning: Determine the scope of the project, what data will be required to complete the project, the most appropriate technique to gather the required data, and review agencies that will be involved in the project.
- Scheduling: Determine the schedule of the design and construction phases of a project, prepare for public meetings and identify meeting dates.
- Designing: Use design software to prepare plans for transportation projects, municipal sewer and water projects, and land development projects.
- Estimating: Perform estimates of quantities used in a project, as well as the expected cost of engineering projects.
- Surveying: Perform field surveys for design and construction of engineering projects, land developments and retracement surveys, including route surveys, topographic surveys and subdivision surveys.
- Observing and Inspecting Construction: Observe the construction of highways, bridges, buildings and other structures to ensure they are constructed in accordance with the engineers' plan, as well as perform material testing to ensure materials are in accordance with design specifications.
Transfer Options
Madison Area Technical College's Civil Engineering Technology offers an affordable track toward earning a bachelor's in science in Broad Fields Natural Science at Edgewood College.
Program Details
Students in the Civil Engineering Technology program can attend full time.
Civil Engineering Technology program classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
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Careers
Earning your associate degree in applied science in the Civil Engineering Technology program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as:
- Civil Engineering Technician
- Construction Inspector
- Land Survey Technician
- CAD Technician
- GIS Technician
- Materials Testing Technician
- Construction Estimator
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
First SemesterSecond SemesterIntro to Diversity Studies (10-809-172) or Thinking Critically & Creatively (10-809-103) may be taken instead of Economics.3 creditsThird SemesterElective3 CreditsFourth SemesterElective3 CreditsRecommended ElectivesAn internship experience may be a consideration for an elective. To explore internship opportunities and how to register for an internship course, please consult the Program Director.1-3 credits -
Admission
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Apply Now – Secure Your Spot on the Waiting List!
This program is high demand and currently operating on a waiting list. Submitting your application now ensures you’re considered as soon as a spot becomes available.
- Program Capacity: 21 spots
- Term: Fall
- Estimated Wait Time: 0-1 year
- Eligibility: This program is available to in-state residents only
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2025
Fall 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
3. Residency Requirement
Per Wisconsin Statute TCS-10 because this program has a waitlist:
- Out-of-state residents (except Minnesota residents*) are not eligible for admission consideration to this program
- Non-district state residents
- May only be considered after January 1 for the upcoming fall term
- *Minnesota residents are considered non-district state residents for admission purposes
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a program or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the program.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Civil Engineering Technology career.
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Waiting List
This program uses a waiting list to manage program admission due to capacity limitations and high program demand. This means there are typically more applicants than there are open seats in the program.
A waiting list helps us manage applications in a way that is fair and transparent.
- Students on the waiting list receive priority in future terms based on the date they complete all application requirements.
- Priority does not guarantee a spot in the program.
- You may remain on the waiting list if you continue to follow the steps to notify Madison College of your continued interest.
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Transfer Opportunities
UW System Schools
The terms of the B.S in Leadership & Org Studies agreement are limited to students who complete selective A.A.S or A.A.A. degrees and are admitted to the Organizational Studies emphasis at UW-Oshkosh. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higherStudents with an AAS transfer in with articulated general education transfer credit, 12 credits of 1000T Industrial Studies credits, and 15 credits of 3000T Industrial Studies credits. 27 credits of Industrial Studies electives can apply to the ITM.Students who complete the A.A.S. degree are guaranteed admission to UW-Platteville to the B.S. in Construction Management major given that all admission requirements are met (minimum 2.0 transfer GPA, in good standing at previous school).Wisconsin Private Schools
Students with an AA, AS or AAS are Advanced Core. Advanced Core requires students to have earned at least 60 credits. Students transferring prior to completion or with less than 60 credits are standard core and credits are evaluated course by course.Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design Technology, Electromechanical Technology, or Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology, students will be guaranteed admission to Edgewood College and be able to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Physics with a concentration in Applied Science in as little as 2 years at Edgewood College. Completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in one of the above programs guarantees up to 64 general/transfer credits based on course selection.Student who earn an Associate Degree from Madison College can transfer a minimum of 60 credits and a maximum of 72 credits to Lakeland College to be applied to the requirements of the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Sciences degree.Completion of an A.A.S. Degree at Madison College after 2015, and meeting admission requirements for the Rader School of Business (RSOB) at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) can earn a B.B.A degree in Technical Sales at MSOE.Out-of-State Schools
Students who complete any associate degree at Madison Area Technical College will have no additional general education core curriculum requirements to meet but must satisfy the Kirkpatrick Signature Series requirement.Per the agreement, students must complete the associates of arts, associates of science or associates of applied science with an overall GPA of a 2.0 prior to transferring.Students graduating with an associate degree from MATC with a 2.0 GPA or higher are guaranteed admissions into CSU-Global and can transfer up to 64 semester credits from MATC to be applied toward earning a Bachelor’s Degree at CSU-Global.Franklin University will guarantee acceptance of Madison College graduates with an AA, AS, or AAS. Madison College graduates will have junior standing at Franklin University and may transfer up to 94 additional credits toward their baccalaureate degree. -
Career Outcomes
MATC Civil Engineering Technology program graduates are prepared to:
- Communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written format.
- Apply civil engineering design principles to all facets of planning an engineering project.
- Demonstrate and apply fundamental surveying skills.
- Operate technical computer software, hardware and instruments to perform civil engineering procedures.
- Perform fundamental construction materials tests.
- Demonstrate professional work ethics and positive interpersonal skills in the workplace.
- Assume responsibility for continuing education to remain current in the civil engineering profession.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2022 2023 2024 Number of Program Graduates 9 8 7 Number of Surveys Sent 9 8 7 Number of Surveys Returned 6 6 4 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 6 6 3 Percent Available for Employment 100.0% 100.0% 75.0% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 0.0% 0.0% 25.0% Available for Employment
2022 2023 2024 Graduates Employed 5 6 3 Percent of Graduates Employed 83.3% 100.0% 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 5 4 3 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 100.0% 66.7% 100.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0 2 0 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0.0% 33.3% 0.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 1 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 16.7% 0.0% 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 2.7 3.7 3.8 Number of Satisfaction Responses 6 6 4 Very Satisfied (4) 0 4 3 Percent Very Satisfied 0.0% 66.7% 75.0% Satisfied (3) 5 2 1 Percent Satisfied 83.3% 33.3% 25.0% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 16.7% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Number of Primary Reason Responses 6 6 4 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 16.7% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2022 2023 2024 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 5 6 3 Before Enrollment 1 1 0 Percent Before Enrollment 20.0% 16.7% 0.0% While Attending the College 1 4 1 Percent While Attending the College 20.0% 66.7% 33.3% After Training at the College 3 1 2 Percent After Training at the College 60.0% 16.7% 66.7% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2022 2023 2024 Number of Employment Location Responses 5 6 3 In College District 4 5 3 Percent In College District 80.0% 83.3% 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 1 1 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 20.0% 16.7% 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 0 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2022 2023 2024 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 5 4 3 Average Monthly Wage $3,732 $4,300 $3,669 Average Hourly Wage $21.70 $25.00 $21.33 Average Work Hours per Week 48.2 41.3 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count Average Hourly Wage Average Work Hours per Week -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2024 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Dashiell Corp CAD Specialist Fitchburg Madison Gas & Electric Right of Way Specialist Mi-Tech Services Inc Engineer * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu