Postgraduate Certificate in Earthquake Engineering

Program Overview

Students take four taught courses, including Earthquake Engineering and three electives from a range of options. The program is suitable for those with a civil engineering background who want to further their knowledge and career in earthquake engineering. It is also offered part-time, making it accessible to industry professionals.

Program Outline

Students take four taught courses that they can pursue further in masters-level study if they wish. It is particularly suitable for those with a civil engineering background who want a taste of postgraduate-level study without committing to it long-term. The program also offers options for part-time study, making it suitable for industry professionals who want to further their knowledge and career.

Outline:

The PGCertEqEng is a taught program consisting of four courses:

• CIVIL 720 Earthquake Engineering (15 points)
• 45 points (three courses) from elective options listed in the Master of Earthquake Engineering Schedule, excluding CIVIL 793 and 794.

The elective options include:

• CIVENG 702 Advanced Structural Dynamics
• CIVENG 703 Advanced Earthquake Engineering
• CIVENG 704 Inelastic Seismic Response of Structures
• CIVENG 705 Seismic Design of Structures
• CIVENG 706 Advanced Structural Mechanics
• CIVENG 707 Advanced Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• CIVENG 708 Earthquake Ground Motion and Site Effects
• CIVENG 709 Seismic Risk Assessment
• CIVENG 710 Earthquake Resistant Design of Dams
• CIVENG 711 Earthquake Resistant Design of Bridges
• CIVENG 712 Earthquake Resistant Design of Buildings
• CIVENG 713 Seismic Retrofit of Structures
• CIVENG 714 Numerical Modelling in Earthquake Engineering

Assessment:

The PGCertEqEng is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments, examinations, and projects. The weighting of these assessments varies depending on the course.

Teaching:

The PGCertEqEng is taught by a team of experts in earthquake engineering from the University of Auckland's Faculty of Engineering. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, and laboratory work. The program also offers opportunities for students to work on real-world projects.

Careers:

The PGCertEqEng prepares graduates for a variety of careers in earthquake engineering, including:

• Structural engineer
• Geotechnical engineer
• Seismic design engineer
• Earthquake risk analyst
• Researcher
• Consultant

Other:

The PGCertEqEng is a valuable qualification for those who want to work in the field of earthquake engineering. It provides graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to design and assess earthquake-resistant structures. The program is also internationally recognized, which can open up opportunities for work overseas.