Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

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PROGRAM LEVEL

The doctor of philosophy program (PhD) in Civil Engineering degree provides an opportunity for students to pursue a program of research in a specialized area and to develop a dissertation that embodies the results of original research and gives evidence of high scholarship. The PhD thesis shall make an original and significant contribution to engineering knowledge. The PhD in Civil Engineering student may choose one of the following disciplines to carry out their research for the dissertation:

  • Computational Engineering Mechanics
  • Structural Engineering
  • Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Transportation and Traffic Engineering
  • Geomatics Engineering

The PhD program consists of 75 credits after the MSc degree. There are 7 courses that are required to be completed before starting the dissertation. Each course is 3 credits and the thesis is 54 credits. The courses are common among all the Departments of College of Engineering which are listed below (detailed course description is included further below).

  • ENGR 701 Advanced Statistics
  • ENGR 702 Optimization Techniques
  • ENGR 703 Doctoral Directed Research
  •  ENGR 704 Advanced Numerical Methods
  • ENGR 705 Computational Intelligence
  • ENGR 706 PhD Pre-Thesis
  • ENGR 707 Sustainable Development in Engineering

The dissertation must represent a significant contribution to the field of study. The PhD student is required to defend their thesis before a jury which consists of the supervisor, an internal examiner and an external examiner (from another university).

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DETAILED STUDY PLAN

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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES- PEOs

The Ph.D. Program Education Objectives are as follows:

1. Develop comprehensive and discipline-specific knowledge through rigorous research in the field of engineering, contributing to the advancement of the discipline.
2. Enhance critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities to address complex engineering challenges through innovation and research.
3. Foster effective communication and information management skills for diverse contexts within the engineering field.
4. Promote lifelong learning and sustainable development through ongoing research, continuous professional development and responsible engineering practices.
5. Cultivate a strong commitment to academic integrity and professional ethics within the discipline of engineering.

PROGRAM INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES- PILOs

Students of the Ph.D. Programs will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate extensive detailed and often leading knowledge and expertise in their specialized field of engineering, reflecting comprehensive understanding and mastery of concepts, theories, and principles.
  2. Conduct independent research across multidisciplinary areas within the field of engineering addressing real-world engineering challenges and making original contributions to knowledge.
  3. Apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based practices to analyze and solve complex engineering problems, utilizing analytical, reasoning, and research abilities.
  4. Communicate effectively in diverse contexts, employing a range of communication skills such as speaking, writing, and presenting to effectively convey complex engineering concepts and research findings.
  5. Demonstrate professional ethics and academic integrity within the discipline of engineering