Program Overview

Online Civil Engineering, MS (Structural)

The Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural design is a program that prepares students to create solutions to the infrastructure challenges faced by communities. This program is offered by the College of Engineering and Computer Science and requires 30 credit hours to complete.

Program Overview

The program focuses on structural analysis and design, and geotechnical engineering and foundations, with possible electives in transportation planning and operations, traffic engineering, construction engineering, and water resources engineering. Students will engage in the concept, theory, and application of the finite element method and the analysis of one-, two-, and three-dimensional structural components and systems.

Course Highlights

• Finite Element Structural Analysis: Engage in the concept, theory, and application of the finite element method and the analysis of one-, two-, and three-dimensional structural components and systems.
• Structural Reliability: Explore the application of probability theory to classical and computational reliability methods for civil systems and examine topics in component and system reliability, simulation, bounds, sensitivity, and model updating.
• Masonry and Timber Design: Examine the structural properties of masonry and timber, design loads-codes and standards, and the analysis for axial loads, flexure and shear.

Skills and Career Projections

Students will build expertise to evaluate structures, materials, and environments for complex engineering projects, including:

• Understanding and analyzing the properties of different building materials.
• Anticipating environmental impact upon structures and materials.
• Analyzing local conditions for new above- and below-ground engineering projects.

The career projections for this field include:

• 213,450 annual job openings.
• 7% job growth between 2025-2035.
• Median annual earnings of $94,972.43.

Career Opportunities

Possible career paths include:

• Architectural Engineer
• Bridge Engineer
• Construction Engineer
• Consulting Engineer
• Structural Project Engineer
• Public Works Manager

Program Details

• The program can be completed in as little as 2 years, full-time.
• No GRE is required for admission.
• Application deadlines are December 1 for Spring and July 1 for Fall.
• Tuition fees are $327.32 per credit hour for in-state students and $1,234.15 per credit hour for out-of-state students.