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Systems Architecting and Engineering Graduate Certificate at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

A graduate certificate for practising engineers involved in creating and designing complex innovative systems in aerospace and commercial fields. Courses may later be applied to the Master of Science in Systems Architecting and Engineering.

Faculty: Viterbi School of Engineering  |  Department: Systems Architecting and Engineering  |  Duration: At least 15 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Students choose five required courses, including SAE 541 Systems Engineering Theory and Practice, SAE 549 Systems Architecting, SAE 547 Model-Based Systems Architecting and Engineering, ISE 515 Engineering Project Management and ISE 544 Leading and Managing Engineering Teams. Programmes of study are approved by the technical director.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entering students are expected to hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited institution; three years of industry experience are recommended. A cumulative B average or higher is required in certificate courses.

Duration: At least 15 units

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