COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate
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- 10-12Credits to Earn
- 95%Grad Students Secured Career Plans
- 93%Grad Students Would Choose CSU Online Again
- $498MResearch Expenditures (FY23)
This online graduate certificate program provides an introduction to embedded systems, covering fundamental hardware design and software engineering principles. You will learn to apply concepts from electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science to real-world embedded platforms. The curriculum focuses on key aspects such as security, reliability, real-time performance, predictability, power efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The program is taught by expert faculty with extensive industry and research experience, offering insights into both current and future challenges in the field of embedded systems.
Curriculum
The Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate coursework covers the skills needed to understand modern processor, memory, network, and sensor architectures, as well as analyze and optimize various embedded hardware design and software architectural candidates. You must select three courses from the list below, with at least one ECE course required. Credits earned for this certificate may be applied towards CSU's online electrical or computer engineering master's degrees.
- Certificate Program
- Embedded Systems and Machine LearningECE 528/CS 528
- Computer ArchitectureECE 554
- Manycore System Design Using Machine LearningECE 558
- Hardware/Software Design of Embedded SystemsECE 561
- Semiconductor MemoryECE 564
- Advanced Topics in Embedded SystemsECE 661
- Machine LearningCS 545
- Foundations of Fine-Grain ParallelismCS 560/ECE 560
- Parallel ProcessingCS 575
Careers
The online embedded systems certificate prepares you for a variety of roles in the rapidly growing field of smart technology and the Internet of Things (IoT). Embedded systems are the core of smart electronic devices, making professionals skilled in this area highly sought after.
- Embedded software/hardware designer
- Embedded Systems architect
- System integrator
- Embedded Systems Analyst
- Systems engineer
- Engineering manager
Frequently asked questions
- What are the admission requirements for the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate?
- Applicants need a Bachelor of Science from a regionally accredited institution in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field. Degrees equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree are required for international students. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology degrees are not accepted.
- How do I apply for the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate?
- You must complete the online graduate application and upload supporting documents such as academic transcripts and letters of recommendation. Admission is available for Fall and Spring semesters, with deadlines of July 1 for Fall and December 1 for Spring.
- What is the tuition and fee structure for this program?
- Tuition and fees vary by student type and academic path. Please visit the CSU website for the most current and detailed information on graduate tuition and fees.
- What are the career prospects after completing this certificate?
- This certificate prepares you for roles such as Embedded software/hardware designer, Embedded Systems architect, System integrator, Embedded Systems Analyst, Systems engineer, and Engineering manager in the smart technology and Internet of Things (IoT) field.
- Can credits earned from this certificate be applied to a master's degree?
- Yes, credits earned for this certificate may be applied towards CSU's online electrical or computer engineering master's degrees.
- What is the duration of the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate program?
- The program requires the completion of 10-12 credits, typically taken over a period consistent with graduate certificate study, but specific duration is not detailed.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's DegreeA Bachelor of Science from a regionally accredited institution in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field. Degrees equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree are required for international students. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) degrees are not accepted. Meeting minimum standards does not guarantee admission, as admission is based on a holistic review of academic and professional experience.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition and fees vary by student type and academic path. Please visit the CSU website for the most current and detailed information on graduate tuition and fees.
Tuition (home)Tuition and fees vary by student type and academic path. Please visit the CSU website for the most current and detailed information on graduate tuition and fees.
LivingInformation on estimated expenses and living costs is not provided on the program or fees pages.
How to apply
1. Start Your ApplicationBegin by accessing the online graduate application portal.
2. Complete Online ApplicationFill out all required sections of the online application form.
3. Upload Supporting DocumentsSubmit your required documents directly into the online application system.
Scholarships
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Frequently asked questions
What are the admission requirements for the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate?
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Applicants need a Bachelor of Science from a regionally accredited institution in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field. Degrees equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree are required for international students. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology degrees are not accepted.
How do I apply for the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate?
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You must complete the online graduate application and upload supporting documents such as academic transcripts and letters of recommendation. Admission is available for Fall and Spring semesters, with deadlines of July 1 for Fall and December 1 for Spring.
What is the tuition and fee structure for this program?
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Tuition and fees vary by student type and academic path. Please visit the CSU website for the most current and detailed information on graduate tuition and fees.
What are the career prospects after completing this certificate?
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This certificate prepares you for roles such as Embedded software/hardware designer, Embedded Systems architect, System integrator, Embedded Systems Analyst, Systems engineer, and Engineering manager in the smart technology and Internet of Things (IoT) field.
Can credits earned from this certificate be applied to a master's degree?
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Yes, credits earned for this certificate may be applied towards CSU's online electrical or computer engineering master's degrees.
What is the duration of the Embedded Systems Graduate Certificate program?
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The program requires the completion of 10-12 credits, typically taken over a period consistent with graduate certificate study, but specific duration is not detailed.