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ONLINE MASTER oF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Thank you for your consideration of the Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) online program. I encourage you to take this opportunity to deepen your technical expertise by working with OHIOs dynamic mix of professional faculty, highly esteemed researchers, and state-of-the-art technologies. Todays top performing companies are seeking masters-level engineers who have earned the advanced knowledge to research, design, develop and test a range of civil infrastructure applications. We know this because many of our graduates work for those companies. Why the Russ College? Not only do we have a longstanding reputation for engineering excellence, with world class faculty, cutting edge-facilities and graduates who go on to become leaders in their fields, were also proud to be the first to articulate and commit to the ideal that we create for good. We develop sustainable solutions that make our world a better place. With each new research project whether its developing perpetual pavement with a lifespan of 25 years or cleaning acid mine drainage and producing iron paint pigment for sale our faculty and students continue to innovate solutions that improve our lives. For more than 200 years, OHIO has prepared engineers with the skills and education to make a difference. Today, our grads work in leading companies on advanced engineering concepts, transforming lives as well as industries. I hope youll take a look at the following pages for additional information regarding the MSCE online program. If you have any questions about our program, just call your Enrollment Advisor at 1-877-273-1291. Sincerely,

R. Guy Riefler, Ph.D., P.E. Associate Professor of Civil Engineering Program Director, Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering Russ College of Engineering and Technology

Create for Good.

Civil engineers undertake some of the most critical tasks in building our civilizations. In the 21st century, civil engineering remains a vital component of raising our global societys quality of life and maintaining our planets ecological balance. Ohio Universitys online Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) program is an advanced program that meets the growing needs of civil engineering professionals who are actively defining our world while helping to satisfy the growing demand for leaders in the field of civil engineering.

Why OHIO?
At Ohio Universitys Russ College, youll stay current as a civil engineer by learning how to address forces such as globalization, sustainability requirements and emerging technology that necessitate innovative engineering solutions. Join us now to begin a rigorous and relevant education experience. The online Master of Science in Civil Engineering program is a unique opportunity to join our longstanding learning environment and earn a credible degree from an institution known for translating knowledge into creative solutions with far-reaching impact. We hope that your life changes as a result of what you learn at the Russ College, so that when you graduate, youll be prepared to do work that changes the world. We invite you to become an engineer who creates for good.

Master of Science in Civil Engineering Overview

Choose a specialization in environmental engineering, structural engineering, or transportation engineering. Complete the flexible MSCE program 100 percent online and stay active in your current career.

Ready to get started or have questions? Call 1-877-273-1291 to speak with an Enrollment Advisor today.

Learn from a faculty of experienced engineers in a diverse range of specialties. Enroll without taking the GRE if you qualify. Contact an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Curriculum
Designed for working professionals who want to expand their technical expertise and leadership skills, the online Master of Science in Civil Engineering program consists of 32 total credit hours over five semesters with five core and six specialization courses. The program can be completed in 20 months, entirely online; no campusbased residencies are required. Students choose from three specializations: environmental engineering, structural engineering, and transportation engineering.
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Admissions Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from an ABETaccredited program (applicants for admission from non-accredited programs, with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0, or with a non-CE major in a related area, will be reviewed more carefully).

GPA Guidelines
3.0/4.0 in BS in CE from ABET-accredited university no GRE required 2.5/4.0 in BS in CE from ABET-accredited university GRE scoring in 25% upper percentile in quantitative; or 5 years experience in CE profession; or PE in CE; or other graduate degrees (e.g., JD, MBA); or 3.0/4.0 in 12 hours of other graduate coursework 3.0/4.0 in terminal degree from non CE degree minimum coursework completed 10 years experience in CE profession GRE required for some applicants. For international students, a score of at least 88 on the TOEFL iBT (570 paper-based) or a 7.0 on the 9-band scale of the IELTS test.

CE 5170 CE 5200

Construction Planning and Scheduling Finite Elements

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EMGT 6010 Engineering Writing EMGT 6300 Project Management CE 6915 Seminar

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CE 5430 CE 6500 CE 6530 CE 6550 CE 6560 CE 6610

Open Channel Hydraulics Chemical Fate and Transport Environmental Geotechnology Advanced Water Treatment Advanced Wastewater Treatment Environmental Analysis of Transportation Systems

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About the Russ College at Ohio University

Offering undergraduate and graduate degrees across the traditional engineering spectrum and in technology disciplines such as aviation, computer science, and engineering technology and management, the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College goes beyond technical education to produce meta-engineers and technologists who are poised to lead and influence the world around them. The Russ College was first to articulate and commit to the ideal that engineers and technologists create for good, whereby our students, faculty and researchers work together to improve the human condition and make a sustainable mark on the world via a curriculum focused on collaboration and student professional development. World-class research in avionics engineering is an ongoing focus, with strategic research in transportation infrastructure, energy and the environment, and bioengineering. Named for alumnus Fritz Russ and his wife, Dolores, the College is home of the National Academy of Engineering Russ Prize, the top bioengineering prize in the world. For more information, visit www.ohio.edu/engineering.

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CE 5350 CE 5380 CE 5830 CE 6320 CE 6340 CE 6620

Advanced Steel Design Prestressed Concrete Design Pavement Design Structural Dynamics Bridge Engineering Transportation Design

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CE 5830 CE 6340 CE 6610 CE 6620 CE 6630 CE 6670

Pavement Design Bridge Engineering Environmental Analysis of Transportation Systems Transportation Design Highway Safety and Risk Assessment Traffic Parameters

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Accreditation
The B.S. degree program in Civil Engineering at the Russ College is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org. Ohio University is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Total: 32 credit hours

*Curriculum is subject to change.

Ready to positively impact the world with an online Master of Science in Civil Engineering? Call 1-877-273-1291 to speak with an Enrollment Advisor today.

Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Ohio University among the nations Best National Universities and for Best Online Programs for graduate engineering.