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Diploma Engineering Full Time

Engineering Professional Certificate

at University of West Florida · United States

Duration

Estimated Program Length: 12 months; Course Length: 15 weeks

Intake

January 6

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Engineering Professional Undergraduate Certificate at the University of West Florida is an online certificate designed for engineering students completing the final year of their degree or for engineers early in their careers. The program focuses on fundamentals of mechanical engineering and provides a foundation for electrical and computer engineering opportunities. It also prepares students for professional exam requirements.

The certificate requires 9 credit hours and includes three certification exam preparation courses. Each course can be completed asynchronously online, with study at the time and place of the student’s choice. Students complete one required course from the Mechanical, or Electrical and Computer major options, and choose two additional courses from the available list.

By completing the certificate, students are able to prepare for the Certified Solidworks Professional Exam and achieve a passing score for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. The program also supports preparation for an elective engineering certification of the student’s choice and addresses industry needs for electrical and computer engineering.

Modules

  • EML 4961 - Fundamentals of Engineering - Mechanical Exam Prep
  • EGN 4965 - Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Preparation for Electrical and Computer Engineering Major
  • EML 3960 - Certified Solidworks Professional Exam Prep
  • CEN 4054 - Six Sigma Green Belt
  • CGN 2328 - Computer Graphics for Engineering

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission, you must be admitted to the University as a non-degree-seeking student. Program selection criteria are based on:

  • Completion of prerequisite courses.
  • In lieu of prerequisite course completion: ABET accredited bachelor's degree in engineering OR related field.
  • At least one year of professional experience as an Engineering Professional.

To apply, submit an undergraduate non-degree-seeking application. After acceptance as a non-degree-seeking student, contact the appropriate advisor for course availability and scheduling, and complete the online Undergraduate Certificate Declaration Form on MyUWF.

Career outcomes

  • Mechanical Engineers
  • Electrical Engineers
  • Materials Engineers

How this course compares

  • University of West Florida is #503 in the United States on research impact (312,937 citations).
  • 111 universities in the United States teach diploma Engineering; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most diploma Engineering courses in the United States take 2 years; this one takes Estimated Program Length: 12 months; Course Length: 15 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in the United States offer diploma Engineering?

CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College (QS #545), CUNY Bronx Community College (QS #545), CUNY Queensborough Community College (QS #545), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (#355 in United States), Bethel University (#591 in United States), University of the District of Columbia (#730 in United States), Roxbury Community College (#996 in United States), Delta State University (#1,036 in United States) are among the 111 that do.

How long is the Engineering Professional Certificate at University of West Florida?

It takes Estimated Program Length: 12 months; Course Length: 15 weeks, studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in January 6.

Is University of West Florida a good university for Engineering?

University of West Florida is #503 in the United States on research impact (312,937 citations).

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