B.Eng. · Licence
Structural Engineering
- Diplôme
- B.Eng.
- Niveau
- Licence
- Durée
- 4 ans
- Crédits
- 128
Présentation du programme
The Structural Engineering program at Timbuktu American University (TAU) trains students to design and analyze the skeleton of built infrastructure, from bridges and skyscrapers to dams and resilient housing. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and climate adaptation, students gain the expertise to ensure structures can withstand natural forces (earthquakes, wind, floods) while meeting modern demands for smart cities and green infrastructure.
Programme des cours
Year 1
8 coursFoundations of Engineering & Science
- 01Introduction to Structural Engineering
- 02Calculus I & II
- 03General Physics I (Mechanics)
- 04General Chemistry for Engineers
- 05Engineering Drawing & CAD
- 06Academic Writing & Communication
- 07Introduction to Computing (Python
- 08MATLAB)
Year 2
7 coursCore Civil & Structural Principles
- 01Engineering Mathematics III (Differential Equations & Linear Algebra)
- 02Statics & Dynamics
- 03Mechanics of Materials I
- 04Surveying & Geospatial Engineering
- 05Fluid Mechanics I
- 06Structural Analysis I
- 07Probability & Statistics for Engineers
Year 3
7 coursAdvanced Structural Systems
- 01Structural Analysis II (Indeterminate Structures)
- 02Concrete Structures I (Reinforced Concrete Design)
- 03Steel Structures I (Design of Steel Elements)
- 04Geotechnical Engineering I (Soil Mechanics & Foundations)
- 05Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering
- 06Earthquake Engineering Fundamentals
- 07Construction Materials & Testing
Year 4
11 coursSpecialization & Capstone
- 01Concrete Structures II (Advanced Concrete & Prestressed Concrete)
- 02Steel Structures II (Advanced Steel Design)
- 03Geotechnical Engineering II (Foundation Design)
- 04Bridge & Transportation Structures
- 05Structural Dynamics & Earthquake-Resistant Design
- 06Capstone Project (e.g
- 07Climate-Resilient Housing
- 08Bridge Design
- 09Smart Building
- 10System)
- 11Internship/Industry Placement
Les listes de cours sont indicatives et peuvent évoluer au fil de l'accréditation et de la révision du programme.
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