PGCert in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering

This short certificate builds the knowledge of engineers who design electrical devices and systems. Students formulate and evaluate solutions to engineering problems, use software simulation, and present their analyses. Courses completed with a sufficient grade can later count toward the related online master's degree. Electrical Engineering is offered in an online format by Penn State's World Campus as a certificate program of 9 credits. Students complete course work remotely, which allows study to be arranged around job and family commitments. Applications are due by December 20 for the term beginning January 11. The published cost is $1,048 per credit. People who want more detail can request information or begin an application through the World Campus website. Tuition and deadlines can change, so applicants should confirm the details on the program page before applying.