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Many things in our surroundings have been planned and designed by civil engineers. As a civil engineer, you may be involved in the planning of such diverse projects as residential and commercial buildings, urban renewal and development projects, transportation systems, water and waste-disposal systems, dams, power plants, harbors, offshore facilities, coastal protection structures, flood, and pollution-control systems, and even the design of space vehicles. As you work to control and improve our environment, you may often find yourself teamed with scientists and engineers from other disciplines. Civil engineering has been offered at GW for more than 100 years. We update courses frequently so you can immerse yourself in the latest knowledge and advances in the field, developing a strong analytical background and a foundation in the design of systems. Implementing numerical techniques coupled with the use of personal computers, computer workstations, and mainframe computers, you analyze large and complex civil engineering systems. Beginning with a strong foundation in fundamentals, you select courses of study that enable you to specialize in a selected area. Environmental engineers must combine knowledge and techniques from many different disciplines with the civil engineer's purview over water, soil, and public works facilities to achieve environmentally compatible design and construction. GW's environmental engineering programs explore solutions to problems in the protection and control of the environment. In these programs, you develop an understanding of numerical techniques, a strong analytical background, and an awareness of the many considerations and potential problems in design. In consultation with your advisor, you develop an individual program of study, which may include multidisciplinary study in other departments in the University. Areas of Concentration Engineering Mechanics
Courses in this concentration teach you to develop and apply means of describing and predicting the mechanical behavior of materials (crystalline and polycrystalline metals, insulators, semiconductors, amorphous materials, and composites) and structures (individual elements or the whole of machine, spacecraft, bridge, or other structure) in their interaction with physical environments. The study of engineering mechanics allows you to draw on the resources of the GW Departments of Physics and Chemistry, while featuring concentrated study of: - Mechanics of continua with emphasis on solids
- Science of materials and materials behavior
- Applied mathematical analysis
- Numerical and finite element analysis
top  Environmental Engineering
This program is designed to provide students with the fundamentals and knowledge about the various specializations within environmental engineering. These include among others, water, wastewater, hazardous wastes, industrial wastes and pertinent regulatory requirements. The students are given a broad overview of each area, which enables them to select specific areas for advanced study, if they should choose to do so. In this program, the students have to take a number of required courses, along with courses selected from the following subject areas: - Environmental Chemistry
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes
- Advanced Sanitary Engineering Design
- Industrial Waste Treatment
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Microbiology
- Advanced Treatment Processes
top Geotechnical Engineering
The main goal in this area of concentration is to provide essential tools for civil engineers who want to specialize in foundation engineering, rock mechanics, and soil mechanics. A variety of courses in the theoretical and practical aspects of geomechanics are available. Students are trained to undertake the analysis and design of such geotechnical structures as earth dams, embankments, and abutments. The program also provides the knowledge necessary to design geo-environmental structures such as landfills and general infrastructure systems constructed on or in geomaterials. Some of the main topics covered in this area are: Theoretical soil mechanics - Groundwater and seepage
- Physicochemical aspects of soil behavior
- Foundation engineering
- Geotechnical earthquake engineering
- Finite element methods in solid mechanics
- Rock mechanics
- Environmental geotechnology
- Soil dynamics
top Structural Engineering
This area enables you to specialize in computer-aided structural design or structural dynamics. You develop specialized methods to analyze the effects of the environment, large-scale human occupancy, heavy traffic, and various types of dynamic excitation on the infra-and super-structures of complex building and bridge systems. You'll focus on topics such as: - Reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete design
- Metal structure design with emphasis on steel structures>
- Soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering
- Advanced mechanics and materials science
- Composite materials
- Analysis of plates and shells
- Vibration and stability analysis
- Structural analysis
- Probabilistic methods and random vibrations
- Numerical and finite element methods
- Computer applications
top Transportation Engineering
This program offers a focused and comprehensive study of vehicle crashworthiness including finite element modeling, occupant safety, restraint systems, government regulations, injury analysis, and crash test analysis. Students will utilize all the facilities at the NCAC including the Crash Film Library, supercomputers and workstations, commercial and public domain crash codes, crash test databases and files, and the Vehicle Digitization Laboratory. Students are required to complete the following courses: - Crash Investigation and Analysis
- Biomechanics
- Vehicle Standards and Crash Test Analysis
- Vehicle Dynamics
- Finite Element Methods in Engineering Mechanics
- Advanced Finite Element Methods
- Advanced Strength of Materials
- Deformation and Failure of Materials
- Numerical Methods in Engineering
- Computational Methods and High Performance Computing
- Analytical Methods in Engineering
- Statistical Data Analysis
For additional information, please see the Graduate Program at The National Crash Analysis Center. top Water Resources Engineering
In this area, you deal with the increasingly complex problem of planning and designing sustainable physical systems for water storage, delivery, and utilization. You develop special skills needed to design water supplies for domestic, industrial, and agricultural use; flood hazard mitigation; control of rivers for navigation, water conveyance, flood control, and recreation; and manage soil loss from watersheds and its impact on waterways and storage dams. You follow a program of required courses specific to this area and a carefully selected list of courses covering topics such as: - Open channel flow
- Groundwater and seepage
- Advanced hydrology
- Water resources planning and control
- Hydraulic engineering
- Design of dams
- Ocean and coastal engineering
- Pollution transport systems
- Sedimentation engineering
- Mechanics of alluvial channels
- Hydraulic modeling
- Numerical methods in water resources engineering
top The Master of Science Degree Program Because many technologically related problems facing society today bring multiple disciplines into their solutions, Civil and Environmental Engineering graduate programs at the School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) are flexible. In the thesis option, you complete 24 credit hours plus 6 credit hours of thesis research. In the nonthesis option, you complete at least 33 credit hours with a 3.0 GPA. Admissions Requirements - Undergraduate degree in engineering, physical sciences, or applied mathematics from an accredited university.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 for the last two years of undergraduate study.
- TOEFL requirements
George Washington does not post GRE scores. GRE scores are required for Master's applicants requesting financial support and for all Doctoral applicants. top Five-Year B.S./M.S. Degree Program GW CEE offers a five-year dual degree program for the B.S. and M.S. in all areas of civil and Environmental engineering. The GW Undergraduate Bulletin lists this under School of Engineering and Applied Science, Special Programs, Five-Year Programs. The five-year program differs from the standard B.S. in civil engineering in that:
1) in the seventh and eighth semesters the three 3-credit technical and design electives are taken at the graduate level (200 and 300 level courses),
2) one required graduate course (see http://www.gwu.edu/~bulletin/grad/seas.html Master of Science Degree Program, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Representative Areas of Focus Leading to the Master of Science for list of required courses) is added to the standard bachelor's curriculum in the eighth semester, and
3) in the ninth and tenth semester the student takes the remaining two required graduate courses plus six 3-credit electives chosen with approval of the advisor.
See http://www.gwu.edu/~gradinfo/CombinedProgramsGuidelines.cfm for processes and policies involved in pursuing a GW combined program. CEE undergraduate students of junior standing consult with their academic advisors to apply for the program. The undergraduate advisor recommends the correct graduate courses to the student for senior restricted electives. The student applies though the normal GW CEE MS application process during the student's 7th semester. Students must have a 3.0 GPA at the end of the eighth semester to be able to continue into the ninth semester. The B.S. will be awarded to those who do not have this GPA but who otherwise meet SEAS requirements for graduation with a bachelor's degree. All requirements for M.S. students in SEAS are in effect during the fifth year, or graduate portion, of the program.
Click one of the following foci for a curriculum sheet in PDF: top The Professional Degree Program: Applied Scientist or Engineer
The professional degree program is designed for individuals who want in-depth study in their field beyond a master's degree, but who want to concentrate on applied subject material rather than on basic science. This post-master's program provides advanced study in preparation for pragmatic application and leads to the degree of Engineer or of Applied Scientist. In addition to the requirements listed in Graduate Programs Bulletin, you plan and undertake a six credit-hour design project or prepare a comprehensive technical report demonstration your ability to make independent use of the knowledge you have acquired. top Graduate Certificate Programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the George Washington University offers graduate certificate programs in the four fields of Environmental, Geo-environmental, Structural, and Transportation Engineering. To obtain a graduate certificate in any of the above areas, student must complete specific number of courses as indicated in the specific program requirements. Students who successfully complete the graduate certificate program in any of these areas may opt to continue towards a Master's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering program. All the courses completed by the student in the graduate certificate program with a grade of B or better can be transferred to the Master's degree program. Admission requirements:
The applicant is expected to have an undergraduate degree in engineering, the physical sciences, or applied mathematics with a minimum GPA of 3 in 0-4 scale. top Graduate Certificate In Environmental Engineering This certificate program is particularly appropriate for individuals interested in the areas of hazardous waste remediation and water/wastewater treatment. To obtain the certificate, the student must complete a total of four courses including three required courses and one elective course. Course Program: Hazardous Waste Remediation:
Principles of Environmental Engineering (CE 242)
Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes (CE 243)
Introduction to Hazardous Wastes (CE 248)
One Elective Course Advanced Technologies in Environmental Engineering:
Principles of Environmental Engineering (CE 242)
Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes (CE 243)
Special Topics: Environmental Application and Implications of Nanotechnology (CE 290)
One Elective Course Engineering Design and Impact Assessment:
Principles of Environmental Engineering (CE 242)
Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes (CE 243)
Environmental Impact Assessment (CE 244)
One Elective Course List of Elective Courses: Environmental Chemistry (CE 240)
Advanced Sanitary Engineering Design (CE 241)
Principles of Environmental Engineering (CE 242)
Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes (CE 243) top Graduate Certificate in Geo-environmental Engineering This certificate program is designed to provide the necessary background for civil engineers to practice in the field of geo-environmental engineering. The program will offer an in-depth understanding of the following issues that a geo-environmental engineer may encounter in practice. To obtain the certificate, the student must complete a total of four courses including three required courses and one elective course: Course Program: Geo-environmental Engineering:
Fundamentals of Soil Behavior (CE 230)
Special Topics: Containment Systems for Waste Disposal and Remediation Systems for Subsurface Contamination (CE 290)
Introduction to Hazardous Waste (CE 248)
One elective course List of Elective courses: Environmental Chemistry (CE240)
Water and wastewater treatment process (CE243)
Advanced Treatment Processes (CE246)
Groundwater and Seepage (CE254)
Pollution Transport Systems (CE259) top Graduate Certificate in Structural Engineering This certificate program is particularly appropriate for those who wish to gain specialized knowledge in one of the following tracks: Earthquake Engineering Design of Bridges and Buildings, Extreme Event Design of Structures to resist the effects of accidental explosions and vehicular collision, Concrete Bridge Design using LRFD approach, Building Design using LRFD approach. To obtain the certificate, the student must complete a total of four courses as indicated below. Course Program: Earthquake Engineering Design:
Methods of Structural Analysis (CE 210)
Structural Design to Resist Natural Hazards (CE 218)
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering (CE 233)
Advanced Earthquake Engineering Topics (CE 290) Concrete Bridge Design:
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures (CE 206)
Pre-stressed Concrete Structures (CE 207)
Bridge Design (CE 208)
Advanced Bridge Design Topics (CE 290) Extreme Event Design of Structures:
Methods of Structural Analysis (CE 210)
Structural Design to Resist Natural Hazards (CE 218)
Advanced Finite Element Analysis (CE 228)
Advanced Blast Resistant Topics (CE 290) Building Design:
Advanced Reinforced Concrete Structures (CE 208)
Structural Design to Resist Natural Hazards (CE 218)
Design of Steel Structures (CE 211)
Advanced Building Design Topics (CE 290) top Graduate Certificate in Transportation Engineering This certificate program is particularly appropriate for those who wish to gain specialized knowledge in one of the following tracks: "Intelligent Transportation Systems & Congestion Mitigation" and "Transportation Safety." To obtain the certificate, the student must complete a total of five courses. Three of these five courses must be selected from the list of courses specified for each track (see below) and the remaining two courses may be selected from any of the following courses: Courses Program: Intelligent Transportation Systems & Congestion Mitigation:
Systems Dynamics Modeling and Controls (CE 270)
Traffic Engineering and Highway Safety (CE 272)
Intelligent Transportation Systems (CE 273)
Advanced Theory in Traffic Flow (CE 290-a)
Multimodal Transportation Systems (CE 290-b)
Transportation Networks and Demand Analysis (CE 290-c) Transportation Safety:
Introduction to Biomechanics (CE 225)
Vehicle Dynamics (CE 261)
Vehicle Standards and Crash Test Analysis (CE 262)
Crash Investigation and Analysis (CE 263)
Non-Linear Finite Element Modeling and Simulation (CE 264)
Traffic Engineering and Highway Safety (CE 272)
Intelligent Transportation Systems (CE 273) List of Additional Elective Courses: Numerical Methods in Engineering (CE 201)
Application of Probability Methods in Civil Engineering (CE 202)
Advanced Biomechanics (CE 226)
Introduction to Finite Element Analysis (CE 227)
Advanced Finite Element Analysis (CE 228)
Analytical Mechanics (CE 260) top The Doctor of Philosophy Degree Program The Doctor of Philosophy program is designed for individuals who want to focus on careers in creative scholarship or research. You acquire a broad but balanced background combined with guidance in research. The two-stage program begins with course work in your general area of original research project that is documented in a dissertation and defended in a final examination. top Financial Assistance You may be eligible for financial assistance in the form of a research assistantship for specialized work under a sponsored research contract. Aid consists of a tuition award and a stipend. Often, thesis and dissertation research is conducted as an integral part of the assistantship. In addition, as a graduate engineering student, you may apply for a cooperative education position, which is a salaried, professional employment academic program. Research Opportunities An important objective of the graduate program is to encourage research. Join the faculty in exploring research topics such as geotechnics, environmental and structural engineering, solid mechanics and materials engineering, water resources, and computer-aided design. In addition, employment possibilities at government laboratories, in local and federal government agencies, and with contractors in the Washington area offer you exciting opportunities to interact with experts in engineering and science. Research Institutes and Centers University Policy on Equal Opportunity The George Washington University does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age handicap, veteran status, or sexual orientation. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the University, including admissions to education programs and employment. The University is subject to the District of Columbia Human Rights Law. Inquiries concerning the application of this policy and federal laws and regulations regarding discrimination in education or employment programs and activities may be addressed to Susan B. Kaplan, Associate Vice President for Human Resources, The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. 20052, (202) 994-6503, or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education. Disabled individuals who require special information may direct inquiries to Disabled Student Services, (202) 994-8250 (TDD/voice). top Inquiries For more information, please contact the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. top
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