Professional Practice in Civil Engineering Infrastructure

Graduate Certificate

The Professional Practice in Civil Engineering Infrastructure Certificate is a proven, individualized program designed to strengthen professional competence and prepare graduates for advanced licensure and leadership within the civil engineering field.

Fast Track Your Career and Increase Your Expertise

– Individualized Study Plan: Developed in close collaboration with the department chair and program manager, the program is tailored to align with each student’s academic background and professional objectives.
– No GRE Required: Applicants may begin the program with confidence, knowing that prior academic achievement and professional experience form the foundation for admission.
– Comprehensive Curriculum: A concise, five-course (15-credit) sequence designed to deliver focused, advanced knowledge in civil engineering practice.
– Licensure Preparation: Addresses the gap between undergraduate coursework and the body of knowledge required for professional licensure in civil engineering.
– Depth and Breadth of Knowledge: Students may broaden and deepen expertise in areas such as engineering mechanics, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, or water resources engineering.
– Flexible Delivery: Coursework may be completed through evening, hybrid (in-person/online), or fully online formats, providing flexibility for working professionals after consultation with the certificate program coordinator.
– Pathway to a Master’s Degree: All certificate credits apply directly toward the master’s degree in civil engineering. Completion of the certificate places students halfway toward the master’s degree, should you choose to continue your studies.

Designed to help practicing engineers advance, the Certificate in Professional Practice in Civil Engineering Infrastructure offers an individualized graduate program in a flexible part-time or full-time format. Learn the most up-to-date engineering, theory and techniques taught by UWM’s renowned faculty.