Structural Engineering
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Program Overview
The graduate certificate program in Structural Engineering offers students a chance to enhance their structural design and engineering knowledge without having to complete a full master's degree program. Students will broaden their understanding of material science and structural engineering principles as they prepare for specialized work or further graduate studies.
Program Details
- Program Type: Certificate
- Academic Unit: School of Science and Engineering
- Standard credit hours: 12
- Delivery Mode: In-person
- Typical Program Length: 1 year
- Typical Course Load: 1-2 per semester
Career Opportunities
A graduate certificate in structural engineering prepares graduates for roles in civil engineering, architecture, and construction. Students pursue this certificate to advance in their current career track, explore new career possibilities, or apply credits toward further graduate study. With ongoing investments in infrastructure and sustainability, professionals with advanced education in structural engineering may find increased opportunities in both public and private sectors. This credential can also help individuals advance into specialized roles, improve technical expertise, and stay competitive in a growing industry.
Potential Careers
- Civil engineer
- Construction managers
- Architectural and engineering managers
- Median salary/year: $99,331
Coursework
Advanced Structural Analysis
This course covers structural analysis methods with emphasis on indeterminate structures (trusses, beams/columns and frames), advanced analysis methods, and introduction to nonlinear structural effects.
Advanced Structural Steel Design
Students will examine the design of steel building structures. We will look at composite deck and beam design, stability design, plastic design, plate girder design, simple and eccentric shear connection design.
Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design
Coursework covers advanced concrete design, including footings, retaining walls, two-way floor slabs, torsion and continuous structures, shear friction, strut and tie design, and precast design.
Related Programs and Pathways
- Civil Engineering — B.S./M.S. (Major, Master's)
- Civil Engineering (Master's)
- Civil Engineering (Doctorate)
- Engineering and Construction Project Management (Certificate)
Admission Requirements
- Gather your materials
- Official transcripts
- Names and locations of previous college(s) and dates you attended
- Citizenship, residency, and visa information (if applicable)
- Complete the online application
- $45 for domestic graduate students or $75 for international graduate students
- Check admissions requirements Some programs have specific admission requirements or may require minimum scores on graduate admissions tests.
Application Dates
- To Start Classes in Fall: Apply by June 15, Classes begin in August
- To Start Classes in Spring: Apply by November 15, Classes begin in January
Financial Aid
An amazing education shouldn't break the bank, which is why we offer a number of automatic and competitive scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities — plus financial guidance from our expert advisors.
- 80% of first-year students seeking a master's degree or graduate certificate received financial aid
- 92% of first-year students seeking a doctoral degree received financial aid
- 77% of all degree- and certificate-seeking graduate students received financial aid