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Structural Engineering School of Engineering

C. Johnson

I really enjoyed that the department staff were not simply theoretical, but have worked in industry; thus, providing real-world knowledge and examples for us to learn by. Because of this, I consistently go back to notes and test examples for difficult problems that I encounter at my job as a Structural Engineer.

Professional Organizations

Structural Engineering students and alumni can continue to develop their knowledge of the engineering industry and network with other professionals by joining various professional organizations. Student and professional memberships offer numerous benefits and connections to local chapters.

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Bringing the global civil engineering community together.
Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)roviding its members timely technical information, professional advocacy, continuing education, and opportunities to excel.
Structural Engineering Institute (SEI)To advance and serve the structural engineering profession. .
National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA)Formed to constantly improve the standard level of practice of the structural engineering profession.
Council of American StructuralEngineers (CASE)Offering structural engineers the opportunity to further develop their businesses through shared best practices, reduced professional liability exposure, and increased profitability.
International Code Council (ICC)A nonprofit association that provides a wide range of building safety solutions including product evaluation, accreditation, certification, codification and training.
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)a non-partisan, not-for-profit technical institute and trade association serving the structural steel design community and construction industry in the U.S.
American Concrete Institute (ACI)A leading authority and resource for individuals and organizations involved in concrete design, construction, and materials.
The Masonry Society (TMS)An educational, scientific, and technical society dedicated to the advancement of scientific, engineering, architectural, and construction knowledge of masonry.
American Wood Council (AWC)AWC is committed to ensuring a resilient, safe, and sustainable built environment.
Precast/Prestressed ConcreteInstitute (PCI) PCI is the technical institute and trade association for the precast/prestressed concrete structures industry.
Post-tensioning Institute (PTI)PTI advocates the quality use of post-tensioning by providing education, certification, and codes & standards, as well as promoting the industry and supporting research.
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing highway and transportation departments in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
American Segmental Bridge Institute (ASBI)A forum where owners, designers, constructors, and suppliers can meet to further refine current design, construction and construction management procedures, and evolve new techniques that will advance the quality and use of concrete segmental bridges
National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA)NSBA's mission is to establish steel as the preferred material for bridges.

C. Johnson

I really enjoyed that the department staff were not simply theoretical, but have worked in industry; thus, providing real-world knowledge and examples for us to learn by. Because of this, I consistently go back to notes and test examples for difficult problems that I encounter at my job as a Structural Engineer.