Program Overview

Introduction to the Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate

The graduate certificate in systems engineering is designed to provide graduate engineers with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary for the conception and implementation of complex systems. The emphasis is on the processes by which complex systems are conceived, planned, designed, built, tested, and certified.

Program Overview

The systems engineering experience can be applied to defense, space, aircraft, communications, navigation, sensor, computer software, computer hardware, transportation, and other aerospace and commercial activities.

Course Requirements

• SYS ENG 5101: System Engineering and Analysis
  • This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of systems engineering.
• SYS ENG 6102: Information Based Design
  • This course focuses on the application of information-based design principles in systems engineering.
• SYS ENG 6103: Systems Life Cycle Costing
  • This course covers the methodologies and techniques for estimating and managing the life cycle costs of complex systems.
• SYS ENG 6104: Systems Architecting
  • This course explores the principles and practices of systems architecting, including the design and development of system architectures.

Certification Requirements

Upon successful completion of the four courses as described above, students will be awarded certification. The student must complete the four courses with a grade of "B" or better in each course.

Further Education Opportunities

Students may apply to the M.S. program with the completion of the certificate. This provides a pathway for further education and specialization in systems engineering.