Coastal Engineering

Coastal engineering is a branch of engineering dealing with the protection of coastlines from the impacts of waves, currents and changes in water levels. Its primary goal is to protect and stabilize landforms along coasts and on the ocean floor, often resulting in the creation of artificial structures such as breakwaters, jetties and other coastal protection works. Coastal engineering helps protect beachfront communities from flooding, shore erosion and other coastal hazards. The solutions developed through this field also provide recreational benefits and biodiversity improvements, while preserving and restoring coastal environments. Coastal engineering is a key tool in the conservation of marine wildlife habitats and the mitigation of climate change effects.