Graduate Certificate Assistive Design at Tufts University

The Certificate in Assistive Design at Tufts University is an on-campus graduate certificate that combines human factors engineering and mechanical engineering to prepare students to design products and devices around individual user needs. Students develop skills in user-centered design, product development, human-machine systems, fabrication, and user testing while exploring applications in rehabilitation, medical technology, education, and specialty services.

Faculty: School of Engineering  |  Department: Mechanical Engineering  |  Duration: 12 - 24 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Fall, Spring  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Students complete four courses that integrate design methods, human factors principles, and practical problem-solving for assistive applications. Required Courses ME 0140 Inventive Design: Product invention, design, development, and evaluation through design projects.

Career pathways

The Certificate in Assistive Design can support students and professionals who want to expand their ability to create products and devices for users with specific needs.

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