Structural Engineering: Bridge Analysis and Design Certificate

  • Programs Offered

    • Certificate
  • Delivery Options

    • Online

    • On-Campus
    • Accelerated
  • Credits

    • 9 credits
  • Timeline

    • One–three semesters

Learn the Art and Science of Bridge Design and Analysis

Use modern and advanced structural analysis tools and techniques to analyze bridge structures for static and dynamic loading conditions. The on-campus and online Structural Engineering: Bridge Analysis and Design certificate program also introduces students to the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials load and resistance factor design (AASHTO LRFD) bridge design specification.

Who is This Certificate For?

This certificate is for qualified professionals who want to enhance their skill set and can be a foundation to continue toward a graduate degree. It is also valuable for degree-seeking students looking to develop a concentration that gives them an edge in their career path.

What You Need to Know

Students in the graduate certificate in Structural Engineering: Bridge Analysis and Design program learn to creatively apply the AASHTO LRFD provisions through practical exercises. Get the in-depth understanding of the techniques and theories for designing and analyzing bridges that it takes to be a professional in this field.

Admissions

To enroll in this certificate program, students must have a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or related degree. See complete admissions requirements.

Accelerated Option

Michigan Tech Bachelor's + 1 Semester = Accelerated Graduate Certificate

Current Michigan Tech undergraduates or recent alumni, get started right away. Our accelerated graduate certificates are a fast, affordable way to add graduate credentials to your bachelor's degree in as little as one semester. Be more marketable in your industry or prepare for your master's degree. Explore accelerated certificate options.

Online Option

Accredited Courses, Convenience

Online learning at Michigan Tech provides greater flexibility and can fit around your busy schedule wherever you are. Upgrade or change your career path.

Prospective students can earn graduate certificate in Structural Engineering: Bridge Design fully online.

Credits

This graduate certificate requires a minimum of 9 total credits. Students may apply the credits earned for this certificate toward a graduate degree at Michigan Tech.

Contact

Graduate Director

Qingli Dai

Graduate Assistant

Angela Keranen

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Application Process and Admissions Requirements

Applications are reviewed on an individual basis using a holistic approach. Fill out our free graduate application online to apply to any of our programs. Official transcripts and scores are not required for the initial application, although you will need to upload them later.

Accredited by HLC

Michigan Tech has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1928. Our Graduate School offers over 125 certificates, master's, and PhD programs to provide our students and the world with what tomorrow needs.