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Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development

Academic unitHBIU College of Science and EngineeringTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering with a specialization in Infrastructure Community Development provides a unique multidisciplinary approach to civil engineering and social design. By blending technical proficiency in infrastructure systems with a commitment to ethical stewardship and servant leadership, the program equips students to address the physical needs of vulnerable communities while honoring the dignity of those they serve. Students gain expertise in sustainable design, land-use planning, and social project management within a framework of academic excellence and vocational calling.

The curriculum is designed for those who view engineering not merely as a technical pursuit but as a vocation for the common good. Through rigorous study of engineering principles, social impact assessments, and project management, graduates develop the analytical skills required to bridge the gap between complex infrastructure development and the practical realities of community life. The program emphasizes a holistic perspective that values both the structural integrity of a project and its long-term social and spiritual sustainability.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development, integrates foundational general education with a comprehensive study of engineering theory, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research methodology, crisis awareness, resource referral, program development, and community-based support strategies. This program is designed to equip students with the interdisciplinary knowledge necessary to facilitate sustainable infrastructure development through a framework of faith-based service and ethical practice.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Science and Engineering
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze the structural and social implications of infrastructure development projects within diverse community settings.
  • Apply technical engineering principles to solve practical problems related to community access, resources, and environmental sustainability.
  • Evaluate the long-term impact of development projects using ethical frameworks rooted in servant leadership.
  • Design sustainable infrastructure solutions that maximize social benefit and honor resource stewardship.
  • Integrate theological reflection with engineering practice to address the needs of underserved populations.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders and community leaders.
  • Demonstrate professional responsibility and character integrity in all phases of project implementation.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MAT101
  • Foundations of Engineering Mathematics
  • 4
  • None
  • ENG101
  • Academic Writing and Rhetoric
  • 3
  • None
  • PHI101
  • Introduction to Philosophical Perspectives
  • 3
  • None
  • SOC101
  • Introduction to Community Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • MAT101 — Foundations of Engineering Mathematics: This course covers algebraic structures and introductory calculus as applied to physical systems. It establishes the mathematical basis for structural analysis. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: Students develop skills in formal research writing and critical argumentation. The course emphasizes clear, professional communication. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PHI101 — Introduction to Philosophical Perspectives: This course examines fundamental philosophical frameworks and historical perspectives on human values, ethics, and social organization. It provides a foundational understanding of critical thinking and worldview construction within academic discourse. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC101 — Introduction to Community Sociology: An examination of social systems and community dynamics. It explores how groups interact within a societal structure. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MAT102
  • Engineering Physics I
  • 4
  • MAT101
  • ECO102
  • Principles of Sustainable Economic Systems
  • 3
  • THE101
  • COM101
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS105
  • Principles of Management
  • 3
  • None
  • MAT102 — Engineering Physics I: This course introduces fundamental laws of motion, energy, and work in engineering contexts. It provides the basis for understanding structural loads. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECO102 — Principles of Sustainable Economic Systems: This course analyzes the allocation of limited resources within community infrastructure and development contexts through the lens of economic sustainability. Students explore models for resource management and public-private economic partnerships. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM101 — Interpersonal Communication: Development of skills for effective communication in diverse, multi-cultural environments. It explores active listening and conflict resolution. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS105 — Principles of Management: An introduction to organizational leadership, management functions, and resource allocation. It provides a foundational understanding of team dynamics. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MAT201
  • Applied Statistics for Engineers
  • 3
  • MAT102
  • ENG205
  • Materials and Structures
  • 4
  • MAT102
  • HIS201
  • History of Technology and Society
  • 3
  • None
  • RES201
  • Research Methods in Social Systems
  • 3
  • MAT201
  • MAT201 — Applied Statistics for Engineers: Application of statistical methods to technical and community-based data analysis. Students learn to interpret trends in resource utilization. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENG205 — Materials and Structures: An exploration of the properties of building materials and their role in structural integrity. This course evaluates sustainable and cost-effective construction alternatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS201 — History of Technology and Society: A historical overview of technological advancement and its influence on community development. It examines the societal shifts caused by innovation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES201 — Research Methods in Social Systems: Introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methodologies for community assessment. It prepares students to evaluate project needs. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG210
  • Introduction to Surveying and Mapping
  • 4
  • ENG205
  • COU201
  • Ethics in Professional Practice
  • 3
  • THE101
  • EDU205
  • Community Education and Outreach
  • 3
  • COM101
  • MIN201
  • Servant Leadership in Practice
  • 3
  • THE101
  • ENG210 — Introduction to Surveying and Mapping: Principles of geographic mapping, surveying, and site assessment for development projects. It focuses on the practical application of mapping tools in rural and urban settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COU201 — Ethics in Professional Practice: Examination of ethical dilemmas in professional engineering and management. It emphasizes character formation and vocational integrity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • EDU205 — Community Education and Outreach: Teaching students how to effectively communicate technical plans to community members and stakeholders. It emphasizes inclusive and collaborative engagement strategies. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN201 — Servant Leadership in Practice: An in-depth study of the servant leadership model as applied to organizational management. It highlights the importance of humility and service. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG301
  • Hydraulic Systems and Infrastructure
  • 3
  • MAT102
  • MGT305
  • Nonprofit Project Management
  • 3
  • BUS105
  • ENV301
  • Sustainable Community Design
  • 4
  • ENG210
  • SOC305
  • Sociology of Development
  • 3
  • SOC101
  • ENG301 — Hydraulic Systems and Infrastructure: Study of water systems, drainage, and irrigation for infrastructure development. Focuses on safe and sustainable water management for communities. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT305 — Nonprofit Project Management: Exploration of project lifecycles, budgeting, and risk management in the nonprofit sector. Emphasizes operational efficiency and donor accountability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENV301 — Sustainable Community Design: Evaluating environmental impacts and designing for long-term sustainability. Focuses on balancing development needs with environmental stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC305 — Sociology of Development: Analysis of the sociological impact of infrastructure projects on developing or underserved communities. It addresses the complexity of social change. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG310
  • Structural Assessment and Rehabilitation
  • 3
  • ENG205
  • BUS310
  • Resource Development and Grant Writing
  • 3
  • MGT305
  • HIS305
  • Global Development Issues
  • 3
  • HIS201
  • HUM305
  • Cultural Competency in Service
  • 4
  • SOC101
  • ENG310 — Structural Assessment and Rehabilitation: Techniques for assessing existing infrastructure and designing rehabilitation plans. It emphasizes the importance of repurposing and maintaining existing systems. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS310 — Resource Development and Grant Writing: Introduction to sustainable funding models and grant writing for community-based projects. Students gain practical skills in fiscal management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS305 — Global Development Issues: Analysis of the historical and geopolitical factors affecting global community development. It provides context for the work of international non-governmental organizations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HUM305 — Cultural Competency in Service: Understanding cultural nuances and their impact on community engagement and project implementation. Emphasizes respectful and informed interaction. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG401
  • Advanced Infrastructure Planning
  • 3
  • ENV301
  • MGT405
  • Organizational Leadership and Capacity Building
  • 3
  • MGT305
  • SOC401
  • Advocacy and Social Justice
  • 3
  • SOC305
  • RES405
  • Applied Project Design Seminar
  • 4
  • RES201
  • ENG401 — Advanced Infrastructure Planning: Strategic planning of large-scale infrastructure systems in resource-limited contexts. Focuses on logistics, long-term impact, and public health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT405 — Organizational Leadership and Capacity Building: Advanced topics in building organizational strength and human capital in non-governmental organizations. It focuses on fostering resilient community leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC401 — Advocacy and Social Justice: Integrating principles of justice into the development process. Students analyze systemic challenges and develop advocacy strategies for the common good. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES405 — Applied Project Design Seminar: Preparation for the capstone project, including literature review, feasibility study, and ethical vetting. Students finalize their project plans and research methodologies. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • RES405
  • MGT410
  • Operations Management for NGOs
  • 3
  • MGT305
  • SOC405
  • Professional Identity and Social Responsibility
  • 3
  • THE101
  • COM405
  • Crisis Management and Community Resiliency
  • 3
  • COM101
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: A rigorous final project where students present a comprehensive infrastructure solution. The project demonstrates technical proficiency, ethical decision-making, and a servant-leadership framework. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT410 — Operations Management for NGOs: Focuses on the logistics, supply chain, and daily operational requirements of community-focused nonprofits. Emphasizes effective delivery of programs. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC405 — Professional Identity and Social Responsibility: This course investigates the intersection of professional engineering ethics and social responsibility in global development contexts. It explores the role of personal and professional integrity in long-term community engagement and sustainable project success. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM405 — Crisis Management and Community Resiliency: Advanced training in responding to infrastructure needs during community crises or natural disasters. It covers communication and resource mobilization. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a demonstrated proficiency in secondary mathematics and science. Applicants must submit official transcripts, a statement of purpose outlining their commitment to ethical service, and evidence of prior academic engagement in community or volunteer work. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the program, requiring students to plan, design, and propose a comprehensive infrastructure solution for a real-world community challenge. This 4-credit course integrates the technical knowledge gained throughout the program with an intentional focus on ethical reasoning, biblical stewardship, and the servant leadership model, requiring students to defend the project's sustainability and social justice implications. Students are expected to produce a formal design proposal, a detailed impact analysis, and a project management plan that demonstrates professional technical rigor. Through this project, students articulate how their Christian worldview informs their decision-making processes and their approach to communal stewardship. The final deliverable serves as a tangible demonstration of both academic competence and the development of a professional character dedicated to serving others through informed engineering practice.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate, students must complete the 120-credit hour program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and successfully complete the Senior Capstone Project. Beyond technical mastery, students must demonstrate spiritual maturity through consistent participation in university community formation activities, including chapel attendance and service-learning hours, which reflect the institution’s commitment to faith-integrated living.
  • Graduation is viewed as a rite of passage for students who have successfully balanced intellectual inquiry with the pursuit of spiritual and ethical integrity. Candidates must show readiness for faith-informed service by adhering to the university's code of ethics and demonstrating a heart for restorative community work. This holistic approach ensures graduates emerge as leaders who are both academically prepared and spiritually grounded to address the infrastructure needs of the world.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Community Development Consultant
  • Nonprofit Project Manager
  • Infrastructure Liaison for Faith-Based NGOs
  • Sustainable Urban Planner
  • Water and Sanitation Program Coordinator
  • Community Outreach Coordinator for Engineering Firms
  • Public Policy Advisor for Community Resiliency
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MAT101 | Foundations of Engineering Mathematics | 4 | None
  • ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
  • PHI101 | Introduction to Philosophical Perspectives | 3 | None
  • SOC101 | Introduction to Community Sociology | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MAT102 | Engineering Physics I | 4 | MAT101
  • ECO102 | Principles of Sustainable Economic Systems | 3 | THE101
  • COM101 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | None
  • BUS105 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MAT201 | Applied Statistics for Engineers | 3 | MAT102
  • ENG205 | Materials and Structures | 4 | MAT102
  • HIS201 | History of Technology and Society | 3 | None
  • RES201 | Research Methods in Social Systems | 3 | MAT201
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG210 | Introduction to Surveying and Mapping | 4 | ENG205
  • COU201 | Ethics in Professional Practice | 3 | THE101
  • EDU205 | Community Education and Outreach | 3 | COM101
  • MIN201 | Servant Leadership in Practice | 3 | THE101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG301 | Hydraulic Systems and Infrastructure | 3 | MAT102
  • MGT305 | Nonprofit Project Management | 3 | BUS105
  • ENV301 | Sustainable Community Design | 4 | ENG210
  • SOC305 | Sociology of Development | 3 | SOC101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG310 | Structural Assessment and Rehabilitation | 3 | ENG205
  • BUS310 | Resource Development and Grant Writing | 3 | MGT305
  • HIS305 | Global Development Issues | 3 | HIS201
  • HUM305 | Cultural Competency in Service | 4 | SOC101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG401 | Advanced Infrastructure Planning | 3 | ENV301
  • MGT405 | Organizational Leadership and Capacity Building | 3 | MGT305
  • SOC401 | Advocacy and Social Justice | 3 | SOC305
  • RES405 | Applied Project Design Seminar | 4 | RES201
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES405
  • MGT410 | Operations Management for NGOs | 3 | MGT305
  • SOC405 | Professional Identity and Social Responsibility | 3 | THE101
  • COM405 | Crisis Management and Community Resiliency | 3 | COM101

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Community Development Consultant
  • Nonprofit Project Manager
  • Infrastructure Liaison for Faith-Based NGOs
  • Sustainable Urban Planner
  • Water and Sanitation Program Coordinator
  • Community Outreach Coordinator for Engineering Firms
  • Public Policy Advisor for Community Resiliency

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering, Specialization in Infrastructure Community Development
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years