📖Introduction

Concordia University is a public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1974 following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, Concordia is one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the primary language of instruction. We’re a next-generation university, continually reimagining the future of higher education. Located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, Concordia is the top-ranked university in North America founded within the last 50 years and annually registers some 51,000 students through its innovative approach to experiential learning and cross-functional research.

As a next-generation university, Concordia sets its sights further and more broadly than others. We align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society. We pursue technology without losing sight of our humanity. We find inspiration through narrative and dialogue.

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📚About the Program

The Graduate Certificate in Building Engineering is designed for practicing engineers who wish to specialize in one or more of the following sub-disciplines: Building Science, Building Envelope, Construction Management, Energy Efficiency, Building Environment, Rehabilitation of Urban Infrastructure and Facility Management. The program has 4 courses (16 credits) that can be completed in 2 semesters of part-time study. Students in the bachelor program whose academic records satisfy the requirements for good standing in the Master’s Program in Building Engineering may apply for transfer to the MEng or MASc program. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Building Engineering Courses
BCEE 6001 Graduate Seminar in Building and Civil Engineering (1 credits)
BLDG 6061 Structural Systems for Buildings (4 credits)
BLDG 6071 Wind Engineering and Building Aerodynamics (4 credits)
BLDG 6111 Fundamentals of Smart Buildings Operation (4 credits)
BLDG 6231 Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Building and Civil Engineering (4 credits)
BLDG 6241 Building Information Modelling in Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 6541 Thermal Analysis in Buildings (4 credits)
BLDG 6561 Building Economics I (4 credits)
BLDG 6571 Project Management (4 credits)
BLDG 6581 Decision Analysis (4 credits)
BLDG 6601 Building Enclosure (4 credits)
BLDG 6611 Building Science (4 credits)
BLDG 6621 Non-structural Building Materials (4 credits)
BLDG 6622 Durability of Building Materials and Components (4 credits)
BLDG 6631 Fundamentals of Facility Management (4 credits)
BLDG 6641 Modular and Off-site Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 6651 Fire and Smoke Control in Buildings (4 credits)
BLDG 6661 Hygrothermal Performance of the Building Envelope (4 credits)
BLDG 6671 Diagnostics and Rehabilitation of Building Envelope (4 credits)
BLDG 6701 Building Environment (4 credits)
BLDG 6711 Mechanical Systems in Building (4 credits)
BLDG 6721 Building Acoustics (4 credits)
BLDG 6731 Building Illumination and Daylighting (4 credits)
BLDG 6741 HVAC Control Systems (4 credits)
BLDG 6751 Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation (4 credits)
BLDG 6761 Intelligent Buildings (4 credits)
BLDG 6781 Energy Management in Buildings (4 credits)
BLDG 6791 Thermal Building Simulation (4 credits)
BLDG 6801 Construction Planning and Control (4 credits)
BLDG 6811 Labour and Industrial Relations in Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 6821 Legal Issues in Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 6831 Construction Processes (4 credits)
BLDG 6851 Project Cost Estimating (4 credits)
BLDG 6861 Simulations and Design of Construction Operations (4 credits)
BLDG 691 Topics in Building Engineering I (4 credits)
BLDG 6921 Trenchless Technology for Rehabilitation Works (4 credits)
BLDG 6951 Solar Building Modelling and Design (4 credits)
BLDG 7401 Dispersion of Building Exhaust (4 credits)
BLDG 7511 Integrated Building Design (4 credits)
BLDG 7521 Advanced Computer-Aided Building Design (4 credits)
BLDG 7811 Project Acquisition and Control (4 credits)
BLDG 7831 Building Economics II (4 credits)
BLDG 7841 Information Technology Applications in Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 7861 Business Practices in Construction (4 credits)
BLDG 7871 Construction Equipment Management (4 credits)
BLDG 791 Topics in Building Engineering II (4 credits)

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🏫About Concordia University Montreal

The Concordia community contributes to the vitality of our metropolis by performing relevant research, fostering innovation and hosting exciting cultural events during normal operations. Concordia is joining the Decade of Action to achieve the UN’s ambitious Sustainable Development Goals. The Goals draw on our strengths in community health, global literacy, water security, environmental impact and sustainable infrastructure design.

Located in the vibrant and multicultural City of Montreal, Concordia University places among the top-ranked universities worldwide founded within the last 50 years and among the largest urban universities in Canada.

While Concordia’s next-generation thinking allows it to constantly look forward, its roots are firmly planted in two distinctive institutions of higher education, both with illustrious histories. The university was officially founded on August 24, 1974, following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University.

Concordia adopted its name from Montreal’s motto, Concordia salus, which means “well-being through harmony.”

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

553 RMB

Tuition fee:

24,390 CAD per year

24,390 CAD in total

Insurance is 1,344 CAD.

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied in English at high school or a degree
- Have passed IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 95 or above.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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