The graduate certificate in Aeronautics and Space Systems is a convenient program for scientists and engineers to enhance and update their skills in modern high technology systems. The program is designed for project engineers and managers of Aerospace systems and includes classes in a wide range of Aerospace systems, including spacecraft design, communication and optical systems, and propulsion.
Upon completion of the certificate program the student may apply to the M.S. program in Systems Engineering and have the courses completed for the certificate credited towards the M.S. degree.
Admission Requirements
- B.S. degree or higher in any engineering discipline, computer science, physics, or consent of the Admissions Committee
- Two years’ work experience is preferred
All applicants are required to submit:
- A completed application form and $50 application fee
- Official Transcripts of all colleges and universities attended
- A letter of intent (approximately 1.5 pages) describing the candidate’s background, career goals, and interest in the program
Graduation Requirements
Completion of three of the following courses (9 semester hours) with a 2.7 grade point average or higher:
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Semester Hours |
| 9 |
| Spacecraft Design | |
| Spacecraft Communications and Radar | |
| Occupy Mars: Explorations in Space Travel and Colonization | |
| Launch Vehicle Technology and Design Evolution | |
| Resilient Space Systems Design | |
| Satellite Guidance, Control, and Operations | |
| Propulsion | |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 |
