Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Fluid Power

Certificate Information

The Graduate Certificate in Fluid Power is designed for recent graduates and professionals interested in developing a specialization in fluid power systems. The certificate program prepares students to develop in-depth engineering skills in the fields of hydraulics and controls. The expected completion time of the certificate is two semesters, six credits per semester.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students will be able to:

• Design and develop fluid power systems.
• Analyze electrohydraulic components and systems.
• Evaluate control strategies used in fluid power systems.

Required Courses

• MEC 5770 – Fluid Power Systems
• MEC 6710 – Electrohydraulic Components and Systems

Electives

• MEC 5305 Mechanical Systems Simulation with Fluid Power Applications
• MEC 5272 – Tribology
• MEC 6720 – Advanced Hydraulic System Design and Analysis
• MEC 6772 – Hydraulic Fluid Conditioning and Contamination Control

Admissions Requirements

• Completed bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Professionals with a bachelor's degree in other related disciplines and relevant industry experience in fluid power may be considered for admission.

Documents Needed

• Official undergraduate transcripts.
• If cumulative GPA is below 3.0 requirement, please submit resume, statement of purpose and interview with program director.