Graduate Stand-Alone Certificate in Systems Engineering and Architecting
The Certificate in Systems Engineering and Architecting is a 12-credt hour program offered by the College of Engineering and the College of Lifetime Learning. This certificate is for graduate students and post-baccalaureate professionals studying on a non-degree basis.
It is designed to accelerate the development of skilled system architects capable of envisioning, communicating, and executing technical solutions for mission-critical operations in defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The curriculum equips professionals with advanced, interdisciplinary training in modern systems engineering methodologies. Through a combination of core coursework and electives, students gain leadership capabilities and technical expertise to drive innovation, meet customer mission objectives, and fulfill business commitments.
Courses emphasize hands-on learning through application-based exercises, labs, case studies, and collaborative projects, ensuring students can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.
Students must also follow all Institute Graduate Certificate Guidelines: Stand-Alone Graduate Certificate Guidelines
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| ASE 6003 | Modeling and Simulation for Systems Engineers | 3 |
| ASE 6005 | Advanced Topics in Systems Engineering: Systems Modeling with SysML | 3 |
| Electives (select two): | 6 | |
| Fundamentals of Modern Systems Engineering | ||
| Systems Engineering Laboratory | ||
| System of Systems and Architecture | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |