Civil Engineering (M.A.Sc M.Eng Ph.D)

Civil Engineering is the study, application, and practice of using science and engineering technologies to deal with the design, planning, construction and maintenance of sustainable infrastructure, in both physical and natural built environment.

The objective of the M.A.Sc program is to strengthen, in some specific area(s), the knowledge gained at the undergraduate level, and to provide a significant introduction to research involving original investigation in these areas. This research programme requires the completion of the equivalent of 4 half graduate level courses plus presentation and defence of a thesis embodying results of an original investigation. This program is intended mainly for full-time candidates but may be taken on a part-time basis.

The aim of the M.Eng program is to strengthen, in some specific area(s), the knowledge gained at the undergraduate level, to enhance the problem-solving skills of students and to advance the body of technical knowledge in civil engineering practice. This course and project programme requires the completion of the equivalent of 6 half graduate level courses plus presentation of a report demonstrating ability to carry out independent study and reach a satisfactory conclusion. This program is primarily intended for part-time M.Eng. candidates but may be taken by full-time students.

The PhD degree requires minimal specialized courses with intensive research, leading to original scholarly work with a distinct contribution to fundamental knowledge and technological innovation in broad areas of civil engineering. Equivalent of 4 half courses beyond the Master's degree and successful defence of a thesis is required. Candidates are required to pass a Comprehensive Examination. Under some circumstances, arrangements can be made with the Department for part-time Ph.D. study.

Areas of Research

• Bioelectrochemical systems
• Bridge Engineering
• Computational Mechanics and Finite Element Analysis
• Construction Data Sensing and Fusion
• Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics
• Effective Design of Structures
• Geomechanics
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Intelligent Construction Systems
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Material Durability and Service Life Modeling
• Sustainable Communities
• Wastewater Treatment Engineering
• Water Resources/Environmental Information Systems

Course Duration

M.A.Sc: 1-2 years
Ph.D: 4 years
M.Eng: 1-2 years