Online Graduate Programs

Graduate Certificate: Electric Power

The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering is proud to offer a Graduate Certificate Program in Electric Power Engineering. This program meets our nation’s critical development needs for electrical energy professionals in combining theory driven engineering concepts with real-world application. The Swanson School's Graduate Certificate is an ideal program for both students interested in a career in electric power and for working professionals looking to further develop electric power skills. We are also pleased to partner with corporations from around the world to provide graduate level training options to enhance staff member skills.

With over 50 years of industry experience, our Electric Power Program faculty have carefully and meticulously designed a 15-credit curriculum that is deeply rooted in core electric power engineering principles and focuses on the expansion and enhanced reliability of electric power grid infrastructure through the application of power electronics, sustainable systems, microgrids, & other energy areas. In combining Pitt's experienced faculty with an innovative online delivery, the University of Pittsburgh's top ranked programs are available to students globally.

Pitt’s state of the art online technology makes it possible to attend lectures alongside of our on-campus students. In combining our online and on-campus classes, we are able to create a collaborative learning environment of students with similar interests but diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The flexibility to attend an on-campus class, join a lecture online, or view a recorded lecture enables students to select the learning style that works best for them and their schedule.

Department and Director

Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Interim Program Director: Dr. Alexis Kwasinski
Offered: On-Campus and 100% Online

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Who Should Apply?

BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university program 
OR
BS in any engineering field plus a minimum of three years of industry experience

NOTE: Candidates with other educational and professional backgrounds will be considered on an individual basis.

Accepts Part-Time and Full-Time Students

Credits and Program Duration

Average Time to Complete: Certificate Program: 20 months

Credit Hours Required: 15 credits or five courses

NOTE: Performance dependent, students who intend to apply for the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with an Electric Power Focus can expect all 15 credits to transfer to the MS program if accepted. Admission to one of our online certificates does not guarantee you admission into Pitt’s Swanson School of Engineering Graduate School to pursue an advanced degree.

Application Requirements
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • NO GRE score required for certificates
  • Unofficial transcripts to apply
Application Deadlines

Domestic students have up to 60 days before the start of the term to apply for admission to the Graduate School of Engineering.

International students must meet the following application deadlines:

  • April 1 - Fall Semester Start
  • October 15 - Spring Semester Start