Smart Manufacturing
Online at Colorado School of Mines

Program Overview

Space exploration, national security, biomedicine and energy are just a few of the industries that rely on agile, cutting-edge smart manufacturing techniques to improve both affordability and performance.

The Smart Manufacturing certificate program is designed to be earned entirely online. Each online class lasts eight weeks and requires approximately 15 hours per week. Designed for working professionals or full-time students, this innovative professional certificate can be earned in just one academic year.

salary growth

4% projected job
growth 2018-2028

graduation value

$90,000 average
salary

Mines rates #2 for
Return on Investment,
Money Magazine, 2018

Requirements and Costs

Graduate Certificate

A completed bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
A minimum grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is preferred
Statement of goals/purpose: share your professional, academic and personal goals and why you believe Colorado School of Mines is the best place to achieve those goals
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
For international applicants or applicants whose native language is not English, please review the English Proficiency requirement

For additional information about these admissions requirements, please refer to the Admissions Requirements page »

Smart Manufacturing Graduate Certificate (12 credit hours)

View the Catalog »

Tuition

CREDIT HOURS	TOTAL ONLINE TUITION & FEES 2021-22
1.0	$1,114
2.0	$2,141
3.0	$3,168
4.0	$4,195
5.0	$5,222
6.0	$6,249
7.0	$7,276
8.0	$8,303
9.0	$9,330
10.0	$10,357
11.0	$11,384
12.0	$12,411
13.0	$13,438
14.0	$14,465
15.0	$15,492

Employer contributions are routinely applied to cover a portion of this cost.
Serious about a Mines program? Let Financial Aid help you consider payment options, identify employer contributions and more. We’re here to help.