Certificate of Professional Achievement in Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing has undergone significant changes in the past decades, especially with the advent of
computer aided technologies and the integrated approach of linking state-of-art
engineering and science with management capabilities. The program's goal is to outline the bare bones of modern
manufacturing with emphasis on its technological aspects. Students will have acquired the needed
background to address the needs of pragmatic organizations in competitive environments and to further expand
their knowledge in the area.
Required Courses:
Choose 4 classes from the following list.
· MECE E4604: Product Design for Manufacturability
· MECE E4608: Manufacturing Processes
· MECE E4609: Computer Aided Manufacturing
· MECE E4610: Advanced Manufacturing Processes
· IEME E4310: The Manufacturing Enterprise
Certificate Program Requirements:
· 4 Graduate-level classes all earned through CVN, as a non-degree student. Students
currently in any degree program at Columbia University are not eligible for the Certificate Program through CVN.
· Minimum of 12 credit points
· Minimum GPA of 3.0
· Completion of program within two (2) calendar years.
Credits earned to fulfill the requirements of a Certificate Program may be applied toward an MS or PD degree
in the same field of study, subject to the approval of an Academic Advisor. However, students must apply for
admission to the University and meet all admissions requirements. Entry into and completion of a Certificate
Program does not ensure acceptance into an MS or PD program.
In order to apply for acceptance into a Certificate Program, please visit the link below:
Certificate Application and Instructions Page