Legal Foundations for Engineers Certificate

Where Engineering Meets Law 

Earn a Certificate in 5 Weeks
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Gain legal knowledge that supports your engineering career.

Enhance your engineering expertise with targeted legal knowledge tailored to your field.


Equip yourself to navigate legal challenges in engineering practice with confidence.


Advance your career with a prestigious certificate from the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law.


Benefit from a cost-effective, quick-to-complete program that fits seamlessly into your schedule.

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Program Details

Program Starts

October 28

Apply By

October 23

Program Ends

November 29

Length

30-Hour Course Over 5 Modules

Delivery

Online

What You'll Learn

Participants will delve into five comprehensive modules covering many critical legal areas.

Contract Law
Privacy Law
Intellectual Property
Regulatory Frameworks
Compliance

Cybersecurity and AI
Risk Management
Dispute Resolution
And More!

Who Should Enroll?

Current Engineering Students

Engineering Professionals

Enhance your academic knowledge with practical legal skills.

Gain valuable legal insights whether you’re a project manager or in a related role.

Early Career Engineers

International Participants

Equip yourself with the legal foundation to support your professional growth.

Explore Canadian law from anywhere as an international student.

Why Choose the Legal Foundations for Engineers Certificate

Targeted Legal Knowledge

Flexible Learning

Tailor your knowledge to legal topics that are directly applicable to engineering disciplines.

Enjoy a learning style that allows you to learn at your own pace while balancing professional or academic commitments.

Certificate of Completion

Receive a certificate from the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law, enhancing your credentials.

Fees and Financial Support

Program Fee

$2,475 CAD (excluding taxes)

Reduced Rates

Reduced rates are available for students enrolled in full-time studies at a public university in Canada and individuals representing equity-deserving communities.

For more information, contact

pdlaw@uottawa.ca

Meet Your Instructors

Anthony Daimsis

(he/him)

Anthony Daimsis, a professor at the University of Ottawa since 2003, directs the National Program (JD/LL.L) and Mooting Program. He specializes in advising governments, appearing before the Supreme Court and serving as an arbitrator in both domestic and international disputes. He also chairs the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Canada) and leads the Professional Certificate in International Arbitration.

Michelle Liu

(iel/they/them)

Michelle Liu is a Queer, racialized, non-binary, and neurodivergent lawyer, professional engineer, speaker, policy consultant, researcher, and uninvited third-generational settler on the traditional land of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation. With a focus on social justice, they leverage their experiences and expertise to drive systemic change. Michelle holds an Honours BASc and MASc in civil engineering from the University of Waterloo and pursued their law degree (Magna Cum Laude and Dean's Award) and engineering PhD simultaneously at the University of Ottawa. 

A Global and National Leader in Law

The Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa

Renowned Expertise

Focused Curriculum

We are recognized both nationally and internationally for excellence in legal education and research.

Gain practical skills through a targeted program designed to quickly advance your expertise.

Expert Faculty

Innovative Learning

Learn from leading legal scholars and practitioners with extensive experience in both national and international law.

Our programs emphasize a forward-thinking approach, integrating technology and real-world scenarios.

Commitment to Diversity

Global Perspective

We prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion to ensure a welcoming and enriching educational environment.

We foster a global outlook, encouraging students to broaden their understanding of law beyond borders.

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city.

The largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world.

Ranked as one of Canada’s  top 10 research universities

Bridge the Gap Between Engineering and Law

Take the next step in your career and join a program designed to meet the unique legal needs of engineers.

Where Engineering Meets Law 

Earn a Certificate in 5 Weeks.
Learn More Today!

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