Civil Engineer Corps Officers School

Civil Engineer Corps Officers School CECOS was formed during World War II, at the first Seabee Training Center, near Williamsburg, Virginia and later moved to Davisville, Rhode Island.

CECOS provides Seabees, Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) officers, facility engineers and environmental professionals with the necessary skills, knowledge and education to enhance lifelong learning and to provide quality support to the fleet. Naval Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS), located at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, California, provides Seabees, Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) of

ficers, facility engineers and environmental professionals with the necessary skills, knowledge and education to enhance lifelong learning and to provide quality support to the fleet. During World War II the original school trained over 10,000 civil engineer officers. Most of these officers were experienced engineers from the construction industry. In 1947 the school moved to the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Port Hueneme, California, and operated out of a World War II barracks for 44 years. In 1991 CECOS moved into its current 68,000 square foot state-of-the-art training facility. CECOS represents the pinnacle of professional military education for CEC officers, starting with the foundational training program designed to prepare newly commissioned CEC officers for their initial assignments. Upon graduation each student is ready to assume the challenging duties of a naval officer and engineer in support of the Navy's military construction force and shore installations. We take pride in offering focused, relevant training to both military and civilian students. Our mission is to provide quality instruction in all facets of facilities planning, acquisition, public works, Seabee readiness and environmental management. Our world-renowned teaching staff is committed to your training needs. We value your comments and opinions, feel free to provide us feedback. We report to the Center for Seabees and Facilities Engineering.

Basic Class 281 successfully transitioned from early-morning muster directly into tactical lanes on Day 3, executing dem...
08/26/2026

Basic Class 281 successfully transitioned from early-morning muster directly into tactical lanes on Day 3, executing demanding Reconnaissance Patrol MEDEVAC scenarios and establishing defensive field construction sites.

You've got this, Class 281! Keep looking out for one another in this extreme heat and crush the rest of the week. Hooyah...
08/25/2026

You've got this, Class 281! Keep looking out for one another in this extreme heat and crush the rest of the week. Hooyah, Seabees! 🐝⚓

CECOS Basic Class 281 and Reserve counterparts commenced their five-day Field Training Exercise (FTX) early this morning...
08/24/2026

CECOS Basic Class 281 and Reserve counterparts commenced their five-day Field Training Exercise (FTX) early this morning at AB Hunt. The exercise is scheduled to run through Friday morning, concluding with the ENDEX and a pinning ceremony.

The CECOS campus flagpole hosted a time-honored tradition on Friday morning. Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS...
08/07/2026

The CECOS campus flagpole hosted a time-honored tradition on Friday morning. Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) Basic Class student LTjg Dominic Quijano was promoted to Lieutenant, with Center for Seabees and Facilities Engineering (CSFE) Commander CAPT Jeffrey Deviney presiding.

Following the promotion, the class said goodbye to LT Seohye Park of the South Korean Navy, who has just completed the two-week CECOS International Student Program. The class presented LT Park with a commemorative plaque and a flag.

Early morning stretch! CECOS Basic Class 281 gathered for early morning PT earlier today. A great way to begin the day!
08/04/2026

Early morning stretch! CECOS Basic Class 281 gathered for early morning PT earlier today. A great way to begin the day!

Upon arrival at the Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) on 20 July, CECOS Basic Class 281 immediately initiated...
08/03/2026

Upon arrival at the Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) on 20 July, CECOS Basic Class 281 immediately initiated training. Key milestones during the initial two-week integration phase included individual and group photos, uniform inspections, and command staff introductions. Welcome aboard 281!

08/03/2026

Welcome Basic Class 281! Due to system issues following an upgrade, the Facebook account is back up and running! Thank you NMCI!

07/17/2026

The CECOS Staff are locked, loaded, and ready for your arrival! Your 15-week journey kicks off next Monday, and we are here to guide, mentor, and push you to succeed. Travel safely, get some well-deserved rest this weekend, and we'll see you at the schoolhouse next week!

06/04/2026

Captain Deviney proudly presented TSgt Fabio Ciarrocchi with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for meritorious achievement while serving as NCOIC and Deployability Coordinator 82nd Medical Group at Sheppard Air Force Base, TX.

In the joint-service environment, he provided exceptional dedicated support to Sailors assigned to CSFE Det Sheppard AFB, demonstrating strong expertise in Navy medical administration and ensuring they received timely, compassionate, and accurate assistance through complex medical and deployability processes.

His sustained effort and extended hours significantly enhanced Sailor readiness and strengthened Navy–Air Force coordination at Sheppard AFB, reflecting great credit upon himself, the 82nd Group, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.

Naval Construction Group ONE (NCG1) hosted a delegation of military officers from the Colombian War College today at the...
05/15/2026

Naval Construction Group ONE (NCG1) hosted a delegation of military officers from the Colombian War College today at the Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) campus. As part of a series of scheduled engagements, the delegation received comprehensive briefings from CSFE Commander, CAPT Jeffrey Deviney, and NCG1 Operations Officer, CDR Julie Miller.

The presentations covered critical mission areas, including:

Naval Construction Force (NCF) Structure

Port and Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) Operations

Operational Certification Overviews

This engagement serves to strengthen international partnerships and exchange technical expertise in expeditionary engineering.

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Port Hueneme, CA

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Monday 6am - 5pm
Tuesday 6am - 5pm
Wednesday 6am - 5pm
Thursday 6am - 5pm
Friday 6am - 5pm

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