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Advanced Manufacturing – Graduate Certificate

Advanced Manufacturing

Advance your career in manufacturing. Gain specialized skills in automation, process development, and advanced techniques to stay competitive in this evolving field. Flexible, designed for working professionals, and industry-driven—this certificate gives you the tools to innovate and lead. Get to your next with Iowa State.

Your next step in manufacturing

You’re ready to take the next step in your career. An online graduate certificate in advanced manufacturing from Iowa State can get you there. This program equips you with the skills to drive innovation in manufacturing processes and systems. You’ll gain focused training in advanced techniques that today’s industry demands. The program is designed for professionals like you, with courses focused on topics like process development, automation, and advanced techniques. This certificate formally recognizes your expertise, enhancing your competitiveness and expanding your technical skills. Complete the program online at your own pace while keeping your career momentum. Boost your competitiveness, expand your technical knowledge, and become the expert your field needs. Iowa State is here to help you get to your next.

Mapping what’s next for your professional path.

Admission Requirements

Graduate College

  • Academic Records
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation

For specific program admission requirements, visit the Graduate College website.

Credits

Total: 12 Credits

For the advanced manufacturing graduate certificate, students will need to take three courses from the advanced manufacturing list and one from the design innovation list. Students can receive the certificate in as few as 9 months by taking two courses per semester.

Continuing on for a Master’s Degree

The certificate also serves as your stepping stone into our professional coursework-only master of engineering programs. Program approval is required to enter a master’s degree program. Credits earned for the graduate certificate may be used to meet master of engineering degree requirements in either mechanical engineering or industrial engineering.

Contact Information

Mark Mba-WrightMark Mba-Wright
Associate professor – Department of Mechanical Engineering

515-294-0913
markmw@iastate.edu

Brianna Enearl
Graduate Student Services Specialist
515-294-0838
megradapp@iastate.edu

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