Railway Engineering, Certificate
College of Engineering and Computing
The rail industry is growing and needs technically trained engineers. Graduate with a certificate in railway engineering and join the growth and modernization of the railroad industry.
Columbia may be known for its trains, but the United States as a whole has the longest railway network in the world. This certificate teaches the technical skills to be successful in the rail industry and how to be prime candidates for positions in technical railway engineering fields.
Program Highlights
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Exceptional Program
Take a program that is nearly exclusive as one of a few offered in the United States.
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Foundational Courses
Learn all there is to know about railway systems, how they operate and their associated logistics.
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In-Demand Skills
Design efficient trains and other transportation through our railway engineering course.
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Research Opportunities
Conduct research in our structures lab to test soil, ballast, bridge components and more.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Teamwork
Working collaboratively with others to achieve a shared goal or objective
Problem Solving
Identifying, analyzing and resolving problems or challenges using creative and effective strategies
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Project Management
Organizing and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals
Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Organizational Skills
Planning, prioritizing and managing tasks and resources to achieve specific objectives
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Railway Engineer
- Railway Track Designer
- Structural Engineer
- Transportation Engineer
Workplace Settings
- Transportation
- Government
