Expand on Your Expertise and Previous Education with a Certificate
The US electric energy industry is facing a shortage of engineering talent. To correct this problem, employers have become more aggressive in hiring graduating engineers and have become interested in retraining existing engineering staff. They recognize the need for highly trained staff who are qualified to handle research and development as well as the application of new technology.
Advanced Electric Power Engineering
This certificate program provides students with advanced knowledge of the operation and design of electric power systems. It is designed, in consultation with electric utilities, to address continuing educational needs.
Students may apply the credits earned for this certificate toward a graduate degree at Michigan Tech. To enroll in this certificate program, students must have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a degree in a closely related field with at least three years of experience working in the electric-power-engineering field.