asce

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is a professional organization for civil engineers in the United States. It aims to advance civil engineering and protect public welfare through professional development, education, and advocacy. It was founded in 1852 in New York City by a group of engineers.

ASCE's membership includes student members, professional members, and Fellows (F.ASCE). The society operates through regions and sections and is governed by a Board of Direction and multiple committees. It maintains a Code of Ethics to guide professional conduct.

ASCE activities include publishing journals and magazines, such as Civil Engineering and the ASCE Library of technical literature, and developing engineering design standards such as ASCE 7 (Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures). The organization also provides continuing education, conferences, and professional certifications, and supports awards and scholarships for students and professionals.

ASCE engages in public policy and infrastructure advocacy, producing infrastructure report cards and providing policy analyses related to resilience, water resources, transportation, and other civil infrastructure.

While ASCE is a leading professional society for civil engineers, licensure is administered by state licensing boards. ASCE supports licensure and professional accountability but does not issue engineering licenses.