Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

In the Civil Engineering program, students become experts in designing and managing infrastructure projects that shape our world. They explore structural engineering, transportation systems, environmental engineering, and urban planning. Graduates are well-equipped to design, construct, and maintain critical infrastructure, from bridges and buildings to transportation networks.

Advanced Civil Engineering covers complex topics in civil engineering, including geotechnical engineering, structural analysis, and advanced construction materials.


Introduction To Civil Engineering Materials introduces students to the materials used in civil engineering projects. Topics include material properties, selection, and testing for construction.


Transport Engineering And Planning delves into transportation infrastructure design and planning. Students study transportation systems, traffic analysis, and transportation policy.


Advanced Engineering Mechanics explores principles governing the behavior of engineering structures, including statics and dynamics.


Principles Of Engineering Mechanics provides a foundational understanding of engineering mechanics, covering the principles governing the behavior of engineering structures.

TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE COURSE CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

Mastering Engineering Basics and Technical Excellence

At the College of Engineering, our curriculum is structured to lay a solid groundwork in engineering basics and technical expertise. Students commence their journey by cultivating a profound grasp of fundamental engineering disciplines and acquiring practical skills in creative problem-solving and innovation. This technical foundation equips our students for a prosperous career in the ever-evolving realm of engineering.

Practical Implementations and Collaborations with Industry

Beyond the classroom, our College of Engineering places a significant emphasis on real-world applications and industry partnerships. Students have opportunities to work on engineering projects, collaborate with engineering firms, and engage in research with cutting-edge technology. These experiences not only enhance their practical engineering skills but also provide valuable insights into the industry.

Addressing Global Engineering Complexities and International Partnerships

At the University of North Carolina's College of Engineering, our steadfast commitment lies in tackling worldwide engineering complexities and nurturing international partnerships. Our curriculum delves into global engineering methodologies and inspires students to partake in projects with a far-reaching impact. Moreover, we provide study abroad programs and actively collaborate with engineers from across the globe, equipping our students with a comprehensive global perspective on the field of engineering.

Advanced Construction Planning (CIE-286 )

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Machines Make It Possible
     Fundamental Concepts Of Equipment Economics
     Planning For Earthwork Construction
     Soil And Rock
     Compaction And Stabilization Equipment
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Machine Equipment Power Requirements
     Dozers
     Scrapers
     Excavators
     Trucks And Hauling Equipment
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Finishing Equipment
     Drilling Rock And Earth
     Blasting Rock
     Aggregate Production
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Asphalt Mix Produciton And Placement
     Concrete And Concrete Equipment
     Cranes
     Draglines And Clamshells
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Piles And Pile-Driving Equipment
     Air Compressors And Pumps
     Planning For Building Construction
     Forming Systems

Advanced Civil Engineering (CIE-472)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Explaining Systems Analysis
     Models In Civil And Environmental Engineering
     A Graphical Solution Procedure And Further Examples
     The Simplex Algorithm For Solving Linear Programs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Linear Programs With Multiple Objectives
     Linear Programming Models Of Network Flow
     Integer Programming And Its Applications
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scheduling Models: Critical Path Method
     Decision Theory
     Lessons In Context: Simulation And The Statistics Of Prediction
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Lessons In Context: A Multigoal Water Resources Problem Utilizing Multiple Techniques
     Lessons In Context: Transportation Systems
     Dynamic Programming And Nonlinear Programming
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Engineering Economics I: Interest And Equivalence
     Engineering Economics Ii: Choice Between Alternatives
     Engineering Economics Iii: Depreciation, Taxes, Inflation, And Personal Financial Planning

Structural Analysis (CIE-567)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Types Of Structures And Loads
     Analysis Of Statically Determinate Structures
     Analysis Of Statically Determinate Trusses
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Internal Loadings Developed In Structural Members
     Cables And Arches
     Influence Lines For Statically Determinate Structures
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Approximate Analysis Of Statically Indeterminate Structures
     Deflections
     Analysis Of Statically Indeterminate Structures By The Force Method
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Displacement Method Of Analysis: Slope-Deflection Equations
     Displacement Method Of Analysis: Moment Distribution
     Analysis Of Beams And Frames Consisting Of Nonprismatic Members
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Truss Analysis Using The Stiffness Method
     Beam Analysis Using The Stiffness Method
     Plane Frame Analysis Using The Stiffness Method

Transport Engineering And Planning (CIE-704)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Transportation Engineering And Planning: Introduction And Background
     Introduction To Roads
     Traffic Stream Flow Models
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Capacity And Level Of Service Analysis
     Transportation Modes
     Urban And Intelligent Transportation Systems
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Transportation Planning
     Travel-Demand Forecasting
     Traffic Impact And Parking Studies
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Air Quality, Noise, And Energy Impacts
     Evaluation And Choice
     Elements Of Engineering Economy
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probability And Statistics
     Queuing And Simulation
     Transportation Software

Advanced Engineering Mechanics (CIE-718)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Orientation, Review Of Elementary Mechanics Of Materials
     Stress, Principal Stresses, Strain Energy
     Failure And Failure Criteria
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Applications Of Energy Methods
     Beams On An Elastic Foundation
     Curved Beams
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Elements Of Theory Of Elasticity
     Pressurized Cylinders And Spinning Disks
     Torsion
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unsymmetric Bending And Shear Center
     Plasticity In Structural Members. Collapse Analysis.
     Plate Bending
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Shells Of Revolution With Axisymmetric Loads
     Buckling And Instability