/College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department of Civil Engineering

Advanced Graduate Certificate Program

The Advanced Graduate Certificate Program in Civil Engineering is designed for working professionals and practicing civil engineers seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. It also welcomes engineers from other disciplines as well as individuals with backgrounds in the physical sciences and mathematics.

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Key Benefits

Further Knowledge

Allows pursuit of advanced studies.

Technical Depth

Provides additional technical depth in specialized areas.

Professional Development

Allows application of graduate credits toward continuing education requirements.

Bridge to MS Program

All credits may count toward a Master of Science (MS) in Civil Engineering for students who are accepted into the MS program. 

Licensure Requirements

Meets the continuing education requirements for the Professional Engineering (PE) license mandated by the New York State Education Department, thereby fulfilling licensing requirements while obtaining a graduate certificate.

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Requirements

(Please note the following is an overview. For comprehensive details, please refer to the Graduate Catalog)

Coursework

Minimum of 15 graduate course credits, of which 12 credits must be taken in the CIV program.

Time Limit

Completion within three years. If taken in collaboration with a graduate degree program, then completion within five years.

Transfer Credits

Maximum of three graduate credits may be transferred from other programs toward the certificate.