The civil engineering major of Central South University prepares senior engineers who have mastered the basic theories and knowledge of engineering mechanics, fluid mechanics, geotechnical mechanics and municipal engineering, have the ability to engage in the planning, design, research and development, construction and management of civil engineering projects, and can engage in technical or management work in the design, research, construction, education, management, investment and development departments of housing construction, underground buildings, tunnels, roads, bridges and mines. Students majoring in this major mainly study the basic theories of engineering mechanics, fluid mechanics, geotechnical mechanics and municipal engineering, train in course design, experimental instrument operation and field practice, and have the basic ability to engage in civil engineering planning, design, research, construction and management.