Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as a civil engineering technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to register with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an accredited diploma program and 24 months of progressive work experience, 12 of which must be at the technologist profile or higher in a Canadian work environment.

Civil engineering technologists and technicians

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of civil engineers engaged in designing and executing public works projects such as highways, dams, bridges, tunnels and other facilities. These programs include courses in site analysis, structural testing procedures, field and laboratory testing procedures, plan and specification preparation, test equipment operation and maintenance, and report preparation.

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Civil Engineering and Technology Certificates

Civil engineering technologists and technicians provide technical support and services to scientists, engineers and other professionals, or may work independently in fields such as structural engineering, municipal engineering, construction design and supervision, highways and transportation engineering, water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering and environmental protection. They are employed by consulting engineering and construction companies, public works, transportation and other government departments and in many other industries.

The Civil Technology Associate Certificate is designed to provide students and employers a flexible offering of academic courses to advance careers in the field of Civil Technology. A program of study can be tailored to your needs by selecting appropriate courses from the list of electives. Course topics include statics, hydrology, stress analysis, concrete and asphalt technology, soil mechanics, structural design, public works inspection, and more. 

Civil Technology: Associate Certificate (Part-time)

The Civil Technology Certificate is designed to provide students and employers a flexible offering of academic courses to advance careers in the field of Civil Technology. A program of study can be tailored to a student’s needs by selecting appropriate courses from the list of electives. Course topics include statics, hydrology, stress analysis, concrete and asphalt technology, soil mechanics, structural design, public works inspection, and more. 

Civil Technology: Certificate (Part-Time)

The Civil Engineering Technology Access Certificate is designed for students interested in the Civil Engineering Technology program who do not currently meet the admission requirements or who wish to refresh their skills before entering the diploma program. While upgrading their academic credentials and learning skills, you will have the opportunity to take one or more courses which will give credit towards the Civil Engineering Technology Diploma. You'll upgrade your math, physics and English skills and take courses in technical drawing, graphics and computing that you'll need for your next step.





Civil Engineering Technology Access Certificate

Learn Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) software and techniques used in developing highways, high rises, and commercial buildings with the Civil/Structural Technician certificate. Opportunity to advance into a CAD and BIM Technician diploma program.

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