CE111 | Coastal Engineering Accreditation and Membership

Accreditation

Coastal Engineering is considered a specialized field under Civil Engineering in the Philippines.

Accreditation

There is currently no separate license specifically for Coastal Engineers. Instead, a person first becomes a licensed Civil Engineer through the PRC, and then they can specialize in Coastal Engineering through further education, training, research, and experience.

Professional Membership

Coastal engineers can join organizations related to Civil Engineering and other specialized fields.

Professional Membership

One of the main organizations is the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, or PICE. They may also participate in organizations such as ASEP, especially when their work involves the structural aspects of coastal structures.

ASCE-COPRI

Is an international institute under ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) focused on coasts, oceans, ports, rivers, and waterways.

ASCE-COPRI

How to Join

1. Through ASCE

• Become an ASCE member
• Select COPRI as your institute
• 1 institute: No additional fee
• Additional institute: US$30/year
• Philippine members qualify for an international dues discount(30%)

1. COPRI Direct

• Institute-only membership: US$85/year
• Students: FREE ASCE/COPRI student membership

ASCE-COPRI

Key Benefits International Networking – Connect with coastal & port engineers worldwide Technical Knowledge – Access publications, webinars & engineering resources Professional Development – Training and PDH opportunities Career Opportunities – Job resources and international connections Global Exposure – Participate in conferences, committees & international projects Professional Recognition – Build experience and involvement in coastal engineering