PhD in Civil Engineering

• Advanced Problem Solving: The ability to apply analytical expertise to identify, analyze, and solve complex, non-traditional civil engineering problems.
• System Design: Proficiency in designing advanced engineering systems that operate under realistic constraints (economic, environmental, social, and ethical) while effectively evaluating their performance.
• Technical Mastery: Expertise in using advanced engineering techniques, modern software tools, and state-of-the-art instrumentation necessary for high-level professional practice and research.
• Original Research: The capability to conduct independent, original research that contributes new knowledge to the field and can be published in high-impact academic journals.
• Academic Leadership: Preparation for roles in academia, including the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and mentor future engineers.
• Ethical Responsibility: A deep understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, particularly regarding sustainable development and infrastructure resilience.

First Year – First Semester

GEN601 – Advanced Mathematics or Probability – 3 Credit Hours
STR601 – Numerical Methods in Structural Analysis – 3 Credit Hours
CON601 – Value Engineering – 3 Credit Hours
ENV601 – Advanced Wastewater Treatment – 3 Credit Hours
WRE601 – Theoretical Physical Hydrology – 3 Credit Hours
GEO601 – Soil Behavior – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

STR602 – Fracture Mechanics – 3 Credit Hours
CON602 – AI Applications in Civil Engineering – 3 Credit Hours
ENV602 – Air Pollution Control – 3 Credit Hours
WRE602 – Ground Water Problems – 3 Credit Hours
GEO602 – Analysis of Deep Foundations – 3 Credit Hours
TRA601 – Transportation Systems Analysis – 3 Credit Hours

Program Requirements

QUAL700 – Qualifying Examination (Written & Oral) – 0 Credit Hours
RES800 – Dissertation Research & Thesis Defense – 0 Credit Hours

Program Structure Summary

Total Coursework – 18 Credit Hours
• General Courses – 3 Credit Hours
• Specialized Track Courses – 15 Credit Hours