Transportation Construction Engineering

Major:  Transportation Construction Engineering

I. GENERAL INTRODUCTION

Knowledge:

The program equips doctoral candidates with an advanced scientific theoretical foundation to solve complex problems arising from practical production and the developmental needs of the transport sector, such as:

- Surveying, calculating, and designing transportation structures including highways, bridges, tunnels, ports, and railways.

- Methods for assessing and determining load-bearing capacity, service life, and reliability of transportation structures.

- Research and application of new technologies and new materials.

- Research on construction techniques and technical procedures for transportation infrastructure projects.

Skills:

Graduates of the PhD program in Transportation Construction Engineering will have enhanced capability in scientific research methodologies, independent research competence, and creativity in science and technology applied to transportation infrastructure construction.

Career Opportunities for Graduates:

PhD graduates in Transportation Construction Engineering from the University of Transport Technology are qualified for positions such as:

- Postdoctoral researchers in research institutions.

- Positions in research organizations such as advanced research groups, research team leaders, heads of scientific and technological organizations.

- Academic positions at universities such as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor; leaders of research groups in science and technology.

- Leadership roles in industrial organizations focusing on innovation projects in science and technology.

- High-level roles in technology enterprises such as founders of high-tech companies, senior consultants, or leaders of scientific and high-technology enterprises

II. PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND TEACHING PLAN

The total coursework volume is 98 credits. The expected duration of study is 3 years.