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Master of Science — Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Master of Science Degree is a 45-unit program devoted primarily to course work. Students interested in participating in research projects may enroll for up to 6 units in CEE299. Students are given flexibility in selecting courses focusing on the area within the program which is of greatest interest to them. Diversity is encouraged. In addition to the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department's offerings, related course work is also available from other schools and departments such as earth sciences, computer science, operations research, and mechanical and industrial engineering.

Details of this degree program are published in the CEE brochure on page 14, "A Guide to Forms and Procedures for the M.S. Degree".

Engineer — Civil and Environmental Engineering

A student with an M.S. degree in structural engineering or geomechanics may satisfy the requirements for the degree of Engineer by completing at least 45 post-MS units of work, including an acceptable thesis for 12 to 15 units. Details of this degree program are published in the CEE brochure on page 18, "A Guide to Forms and Procedures for the Engineer Degree."

Doctor of Philosophy — Civil and Environmental Engineering

A student with an M.S. degree may satisfy the requirements for the Ph.D. degree by completing at least 45 post-MS units of approved course work and a comprehensive dissertation. Details of this degree program are published in the CEE brochure on page 22, "A Guide to Forms and Procedures for the PhD Degree."

 

 

For more information about requirements for the Structural Engineering and Geomechanics program, please see the 2009-2010 Curriculum Brochure.