American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

The American Society of Civil Engineers represents over 160000 civil engineering professionals from 177 countries. ASCE was founded in 1852 and is the oldest national civil engineering society in the United States.

ASCE stands at the forefront of the industry, committed to planning, designing, building, and operating the economic and social engine of society - the built environment, while protecting and restoring the natural environment.

With the expertise of its active members, ASCE has become a leading provider of technical and professional conferences and continuing education, the world's largest publisher of civil engineering content, and an authoritative source of norms and standards for protecting the public.

The association promotes the development of civil engineering technology through nine dynamic research institutes and leads the industry with its numerous projects centered around the profession and the public.

• Membership strength: all career stages and students; All industries and disciplines

• Local strength: 94 branches, 159 branch offices, 12 groups, 416 student branches, and 131 youth member groups

• Technical strength: 9 professional research institutes