The online Graduate Certificate in Power Systems is designed to provide students with the core knowledge and latest advancements in power systems analysis, modeling, operation, control, optimization, and integration of renewable energies, and produce well trained graduates in this specialty. Students will learn the theory in various aspects of power systems and master the tools and techniques for planning and operating power systems and solving real-world problems.
The credits earned through this certificate will count towards the MS or PhD degree in electrical engineering if the students decide to continue their graduate studies at UK.
Admission Requirements
Students who already are or will be enrolled in a graduate degree program, or those who simply apply for Postbaccalaureate (non-degree) status in order to complete the certificate, are eligible to apply for admission. The certificate director may limit admissions so that faculty and other resources available are not overwhelmed.
The minimum requirements for admission to the graduate certificate curriculum are the same as those for postbaccalaureate status. Applications for admission to the Graduate Certificate will be reviewed by the faculty of record and the certificate director will notify the Graduate School of the student’s admission. A student is encouraged to apply and be admitted to the certificate curriculum prior to taking any classes that will be counted towards completion of the certificate.
The Graduate Certificate in Power Sysrtems requires 12 credit hours as follows:
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