Systems Engineering Certificate 
Our certificate program provides an introduction to systems engineering concepts and practices. The four courses include key core competencies and skills needed to practice as a systems engineer. 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.
Program 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 course work can not be applied toward this certificate.
Program 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.)
More Information
For undergraduate students:
Elisabeth Wadman
Academic Advisor
(970) 491-6706
elisabeth.wadman@colostate.edu
About distance education and registration:
Michele Sterling
(970) 491-2520
msterling@learn.colostate.eduCarl Melle
(970) 491-7697
cmelle@learn.colostate.edu
Certificate at a Glance
Delivery
Online. On-campus attendance is an option but not required to complete this certificate.
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.

