Systems Engineering Certificate
ONLINE
More Information
About distance education and registration:
Carl Melle
(970) 491-7697
cmelle@learn.colostate.edu
For undergraduate students:
Elisabeth Wadman
Academic Advisor
(970) 491-6706
elisabeth.wadman@colostate.edu
Certificate Overview
Our certificate program provides an introduction to systems engineering concepts and practices with a series of four courses (12 credits) that include key core competencies and skills needed to practice as a systems engineer. The four courses cover risk analysis, project management, support systems, and engineering processes.
This certificate prepares engineers or other professionals in aerospace technology, energy, biosciences, or environmental resources to lead systems engineering development from concept creation to production. Admission to Colorado State is not required to complete the Systems Engineering certificate.
This certificate is a companion to the Systems Engineering Master's Degree and all four courses can be applied toward that degree. Please note that in order for all of the courses in this certificate to apply toward the degree, you must be admitted to CSU before taking the fourth course.
Requirements
Candidates for the certificate program should have completed a Bachelor of Science in an engineering, science, or natural resources discipline. Undergraduate students in good academic standing are permitted to enroll, but must consult their academic advisor prior to registering.
Please note that prior coursework can not be applied toward this certificate.
Curriculum
- ENGR 501 – Foundations of Systems Engineering (3 cr.)
- ENGR 530 – Overview of Systems Engineering Processes (3 cr.)
- ENGR 531 – Engineering Risk Analysis (3 cr.)
- CIS 600 – Information Technology and Project Management (3 cr.)
Certificate at a Glance
Delivery
Online. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program, but it is an option.
Total Credits
12 credits
Tuition
See individual courses.
Time Frame
Varies based on the number of credits completed each semester.
Designed For
Those students interested in engineering project management or transitioning to a career in systems engineering.
What you will earn
A Certificate of Completion will be issued when all courses have been completed with a passing grade.


