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Our department provides a Master of Science in Civil Engineering, a comprehensive program that enhances students' knowledge in geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources engineering, along with construction management.
For M.S. Civil Engineering candidates, a maximum of 3 graduate-level courses (9 SCH) from non-Civil Engineering disciplines can count toward the degree. The initial three graduate-level courses (9 SCH) must be within Civil Engineering.
Thesis Track requires 30 credit hours in total. Students must finish 8 graduate-level courses (24 SCH) and successfully present and defend a thesis proposal and final thesis (CEEN 5306, 6 SCH).
Research Project Track consists of 36 credit hours. Students complete 11 graduate-level courses (33 SCH) and must successfully defend a research project report (CEEN 5305, 3 SCH).
Course-Only Track totals 36 credit hours. Students take 12 graduate-level courses (36 SCH) and must pass a comprehensive exam covering geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources engineering topics.
Program outcomes:
Upon earning the M.S. in Civil Engineering, graduates will exhibit the following advanced skills beyond undergraduate-level expectations:
Enhanced problem-solving and research capabilities in civil engineering.
Proficiency in designing complex systems within geotechnical, structural, transportation, or water resources engineering.
Strong professional communication abilities.