Graduate Certificate in Advanced Mechanics and Failure Analysis at University of Colorado Boulder

Programme overview

The certificate provides training in engineering mechanics that goes beyond the typical undergraduate curriculum in two aspects. First, students will have the opportunity to establish systematic fundamental knowledge in advanced engineering mechanics through the courses on solid mechanics, finite element analysis and continuum mechanics. Second, students will be able to learn specialized methods in failure analysis, composite materials, soft materials, and vibration to address challenging problems in engineering design.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Applied Science | Department: Mechanical Engineering | Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

Sample listed courses: MCEN 5023 Solid Mechanics 1; MCEN 5173 Finite Element Analysis; MCEN 5228 Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering (Fracture Mechanics); MCEN 5174 Failure of Engineering Materials.

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Entry requirements

Applicants who are not degree-seeking students at the university may apply for a graduate certificate through Continuing Education by submitting a Nondegree Graduate Certificate Application . Eligible candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in engineering, sciences or mathematics from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our preferred minimum GPA is 3.0. Internal applicants who are enrolled bachelor's–accelerated master's (BAM) students at graduate standing or graduate students at CU Boulder in engineering, sciences or mathematics and have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher are eligible to apply. We accept applications on a rolling basis. For more information on applying, visit the department's graduate certificates webpage or contact [email protected] .

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://www.colorado.edu/graduateschool/admissions

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