Certificate in Engineering Fundamentals
Calculus III, Differential Equations, Statics, and Dynamics. Without enrolling in a degree first.
These four courses are where engineering programs and engineering careers actually gate. They are also the hardest ones to pick up on their own, because they normally come bundled inside a degree you have to be admitted to. This certificate exists so you can take them as a non-degree student, online, in one 16-week stretch.
Overview
Calculus III and Differential Equations are the mathematics every engineering discipline is built on. Statics and Dynamics are the first two engineering courses in almost every civil and mechanical program: how forces balance in a structure that stays put, and what happens when it does not.
Together they are the standard prerequisite block. If you hold a degree in physics, mathematics or chemistry and an engineering program has told you that you are missing coursework, this is usually the coursework they mean. If you work in construction, surveying, military engineering or a technical trade, these are the four courses that put formal credit behind what you already do in practice.
You do not need to be admitted to a degree to take them. That is the whole point of this certificate. Fourteen credits of transcripted undergraduate work, online, over 16 weeks, with Calculus II and General Physics I as the only things you need before you begin.
Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
What You'll Learn
- Strong mathematical foundation in Calculus and Differential Equations.
- Key principles in Engineering Mechanics, both Statics and Dynamics.
- Problem-solving techniques and theoretical knowledge applicable to engineering disciplines.
- Practical, transferable skills for future educational pursuits or professional career advancement.
Why Choose Our Program?
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Gain essential knowledge and skills that are foundational in various engineering fields.
- Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced professionals with both academic and industry backgrounds.
- Flexible Learning: Complete your certificate entirely online, accommodating your schedule.
- Transferable Knowledge: The skills learned are applicable to both further education and career opportunities in engineering.
Program Specific Admission Requirements
Students must take Calculus II and General Physics I to take the required courses for the certificate.
