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2016-2017 University Catalog

Communications and Networking Graduate Certificate


Banner Code: VS-CERG-CONE

School: Volgenau School of Engineering  
Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering  

This certificate provides graduate students with the opportunity to reach a demonstrated level of competence in communications and networking. Course work toward the graduate certificate may be used for credit toward the MS in electrical engineering or computer engineering; however, the certificate’s primary purpose is to provide a well-defined body of knowledge for students who want to advance their understanding of modern communications but do not necessarily want to complete requirements for the MS degree. The certificate may be pursued concurrently with any of the graduate degree programs in the Volgenau School.

The graduate certificate may only be pursued on a part-time basis.

Admission Requirements

The certificate program in communications and networking is open to all students who hold BS degrees in scientific and engineering disciplines from accredited universities.

Certificate Requirements


The certificate is awarded on completion of five graduate courses (15 credits) in communications and networking. A cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required and one course with a grade of C at most may be applied toward the certificate. The certificate courses comprise two required foundation courses and three elective courses.

Total: 15 credits