Postgraduate Certificate in Earthquake Engineering (PGCertEqEng)
Civil
A course by
University of Auckland
Gain an introduction to postgraduate study in earthquake engineering, developing specialist professional capabilities for the design and assessment of buildings and infrastructure to resist earthquakes.
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Core skills this course teaches
Advanced understanding of earthquake engineering principles
Develop a deep knowledge of designing buildings and infrastructure to withstand earthquakes, based on up-to-date research and best practice.
Assessment of existing structural vulnerabilities
About This Course
The Postgraduate Certificate in Earthquake Engineering is aimed at civil engineering professionals seeking advanced knowledge in earthquake engineering design and assessment. This programme provides foundational postgraduate study, allowing students to undertake four taught courses with the option to continue to master's level. Designed to fit working professionals’ schedules with part-time and block course options, it covers expertise in structural and geotechnical engineering necessary for seismic assessment and disaster resilience in infrastructure.
Course Content
- CIVIL 720 Earthquake Engineering (15 points)
- Three elective courses from the Master of Earthquake Engineering Schedule (excluding CIVIL 793 and 794)
- Advanced seismic design of buildings and infrastructure
- Assessment of structural and geotechnical vulnerability
- Specialist professional capability development in earthquake engineering
Entry Requirements
A recognised undergraduate degree in civil or structural engineering or closely related field
Other university-specified requirements per postgraduate enrolment regulations
Build towards these roles
Earthquake EngineerStructural EngineerGeotechnical Engineer
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ConstructionEngineeringInfrastructure
