Graduate Certificate in Digital Signal Processing
Program Overview
Overview of the Graduate Certificate in Digital Signal Processing
The Graduate Certificate in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is a 100% online program designed for mid-to-late career engineers new to the area of digital signal processing. It also benefits engineering managers who require background knowledge of DSP and its implementation in emerging technologies.
Certificate Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in DSP requires 15 credit hours.
Required DSP Courses – 6 Credit Hours
- ECE 53800: Digital Signal Processing I
- ECE 60000: Random Variables and Signals
Electives – 9 Credit Hours
- ECE 54400: Digital Communications
- ECE 58000: Optimization Methods for Systems and Control
- ECE 60200: Lumped System Theory
- ECE 60800: Computational Models and Methods
- ECE 63700: Digital Image Processing I
- MA 51100: Linear Algebra with Applications
*Only one Math (MA) course may be selected **Either ECE 60200 or ECE 60800 can be applied to the certificate.
Criteria for Admissions
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area (Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Technology) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0).
Acceptance into the certificate program does not assure admission to the Graduate School of Purdue University to pursue an advanced degree. Those who wish to pursue a degree program along with the certificate will need to fill out two separate applications, each with a different semester start term.
A maximum of 12 credits from the DSP certificate can be applied to a Purdue degree program. Check with the department of your intended degree program for specifics.
Application Materials
- 2 Statements of Purpose
- Academic Statement of Purpose
- Personal History Statement
- Official Transcripts
- Official transcripts are required from all institutions attended, including transfer credits.
- Those with international transcripts should supply transcripts in both their original language and an English translation, if applicable.
- Resume
- 1 – 2 pages in length
- Separate your work and non-work experiences into different sections.
- Application Fee
- Nonrefundable $60 fee for domestic applicants and $75 fee for international applicants
Application Deadlines
| Semester | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | August 1 |
| Spring | December 1 |
| Summer | May 1 |
Tuition Fees
| Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|
| $1,139 per credit hour | $1,459 per credit hour |
FAQs
Can Purdue non-degree courses be used for the DSP certificate?
Yes. Students can take a maximum of 12 credit hours as a non-degree student and utilize them for a certificate or advanced degree program. Students should ensure they are selecting courses that fit within their desired program’s curriculum.
Can the DSP certificate courses be used for a master's degree?
Yes. Students can utilize the courses they took within their certificate program for a master’s degree program. A maximum of 15 credits from the DSP certificate can be applied to a Purdue degree program. Check with the department of your intended degree program for specifics.
Is there a minimum grade point average required to complete the Certificate?
A graduate student is expected to maintain a graduation index representing a B average (3.0/4.0 GPA) or better. A student's 15 credits of graduate coursework must be cumulatively calculated at a 3.0 or higher in order to receive the Graduate Certificate.