Space Operations Graduate Certificate

The College of Engineering and Applied Science offers an online Graduate Certificate in Space Operations to qualified students. Involving only a fraction of the coursework required for a master's degree, the certificate can be completed in less than two years. Certificate is officially noted on the student's transcript. In most cases, should the student choose to continue on to the Master of Engineering in Space Operations, coursework can be applied toward that degree plan.

The program has been designed to provide employees of space-related industries with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills.

• A grade of B or better in each course must be achieved.
• Certificate courses must be completed within two (2) years from start of courses.

For details on degree requirements, please visit the Academic Catalog.

• SPCE 5025 - Fundamentals of Astronautics
• SPCE 5085 - Space Communications
• SPCE 5105 - Remote Sensing in Space
• SPCE 5645 - Space Policy
• SPCE 5665 - Systems Engineering Processes

For details on program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog.

Required Prerequisite Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a closely related science discipline from an accredited university.
• Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better.
• Two years of experience in industrial, civil, or government engineering or a technical professional position in a related field is preferred.
• Evidence of mathematical maturity equivalent to completion of the following university-level coursework.
  • Calculus I
  • Linear Algebra
  • Physics I (calculus-based)

To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the UCCS Admissions page.

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