CAS ETH in Seismic Evaluation and Retrofitting
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Autumn Semester
Start -
2 semesters
Duration -
ETH ZurichLocation
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German, English
Tuition languages
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01.04–30.06.2026
Application period -
CHF 11,500
Programme fee
In brief: The CAS ETH in Seismic Evaluation and Retrofitting
The CAS provides a deep understanding of the seismic behaviour of
existing structures and enables realistic, risk-based and proportionate
assessments and retrofit decisions.
Structure and content
Programme description
The CAS ETH in Seismic Evaluation and Retrofitting (CAS ETH SER) provides a solid understanding of the seismic behaviour, assessment and retrofit of existing structures. Participants learn to realistically evaluate structural response to earthquakes. Practical case studies, exercises and site visits support sound decisions when dealing with uncertainty and the proportionality of measures.
Objectives
The aim of the programme is to enable participants to confidently interpret the seismic behaviour of existing structures and translate analysis results into robust engineering decisions. Graduates are able to judge when interventions are necessary, select appropriate retrofit strategies, and clearly justify their decisions to clients, authorities and other stakeholders.
Professional perspectives
Graduates of the CAS ETH SER are qualified to take on responsible roles in the seismic assessment and retrofit of existing structures. They work at the interface of analysis, decision-making and consulting in engineering offices, for owners, authorities or insurers. The programme strengthens professional positioning in the growing field of seismic safety and supports progression to senior roles.
Structure and format
8 attendance weeks with lectures on a biweekly basis, held on Fridays
and Saturdays, plus three additional attendance days dedicated to the
presentation of the project work.
Tuition language(s)
German, English
Credits
15 ECTS credits
Target group and admission
Target group
The CAS ETH SER is aimed at civil engineers with professional experience
as well as professionals from engineering offices, public authorities or the
infrastructure and real estate sector who work on seismic assessment, retrofit
and risk-based decision-making for existing structures.
Requirements
Master's degree acknowledged by ETH or equivalent educational qualifications (Download Rector's directive on admission (PDF, 111 KB)), two years of additional professional experience in seismic design or evaluation of structures.
Required language skills
English: C1 (recommended), German: C1 – external page Show proficiency scales
Language(s) of performance assessment
Dates and venue
Start
Autumn Semester 2026
Duration
2 semesters
Application period
01.04–30.06.2026 (rolling admission)
Location
Fees
Programme fee
CHF 11,500
Application fee
CHF 50 for persons with a Swiss university degree, CHF 150 for persons with another university degree (non-refundable, credit card payment only)
Withdrawal fee
- Within 30 days after the admission date: free of charge
- More than 30 days after the admission date: CHF 5,750
- After the start of the programme: CHF 11,500
Application
Questions about the application
ETH Zurich, School for Continuing Education, HG E 17–18.5, Rämistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich, Tel. external page +41 44 632 56 59, E-mail
Application documents
- Diploma certificate and transcript (of records) of the highest or most relevant degree
- Passport or identity card
- Download Declaration of consent (PDF, 94 KB)
Additional application documents
- CV
- Motivation letter
Organiser
Programme management
Contact
ETH Zurich
Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5
HIL E 13.2
8093
Zurich
ETH Zurich
Responsible body
ETH Zurich, D-BAUG, Institute of Structural Engineering, Chair of
Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering