University of Washington

Overview
The University of Washington was founded in 1861, and is the largest college in the Northwest. The school is consistently ranked as one of the top public research universities in the country. University of Washington's online engineering offerings include a range of certificates, graduate degrees, and professional development classes. Current professionals will find a number of programs to hone their skills, from ultra-specific programs like Low Impact Development Certificates, to master's programs in broad disciplines like physics and mechanical engineering.

Student Appeal
Engineering professionals who are considering continuing their education are looking for marketable and useful skills. The University of Washington's engineering certificates and degrees are often developed in collusion with industry partners such as Boeing, and can help students make important contacts and professional relationships. The stringent application requirements of the program mean that students can expect a rigorous educational experience.

Financial
Financial aid is available for those students who qualify.

School Facts & Figures

Accreditation: Regional, NCCU
Size: Large (10,000+ students)
Type: Public Not-for-Profit, 4-Year
Religious Affiliation: N/A
Academic Affiliation: N/A

Career Services: Yes
Course Schedule: Quarter, 10-11 Weeks
Credit Options: N/A
Scholarships Offered: Yes
Loans Offered: Private student loans; WorkSource awards

Programs Offered:

Bachelor's Degrees

BA in EnglishBA in English
Featuring courses in English, American and related literature, literary history and criticism and related subjects, this program covers a wide range of literature while studying cultural history and intellectual history. The coursework serve the premise that the knowledge of language and literature is not only fundamental to a university education, but is pertinent to many vocations and careers too. Graduates often seek employment as news editors, fiction/non-fiction authors, desktop publishers, playwrights, proofreaders, ESL teachers, librarians, and technical writers.

Master's Degrees

Executive Master's in Public HealthExecutive Master's in Public Health
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Courses in this program touch on biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health, and more. Graduates will understand program management and research methods related to public health.
M.S. Degree in Computational Finance and Risk ManagementM.S. Degree in Computational Finance and Risk Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Core classes in this degree include Investment Science, Options and Derivatives, and Financial Data Modeling & Analysis in R. This nonthesis professional program requires 40 credits of work and a final exam.
Master's in Aeronautics and AstronauticsMaster's in Aeronautics and Astronautics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree is pertinent to individuals employed in government, engineering, or industry settings. The four main course areas cover fluids, plasma science, controls, and structure.
Master's in Aerospace EngineeringMaster's in Aerospace Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This is a professionally-oriented program which discusses business and management topics as well as technical issues. The program requires 12 courses and 8 credits of project work.
Master's in Aerospace Engineering in Composite Materials and StructuresMaster's in Aerospace Engineering in Composite Materials and Structures
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this degree take courses in composite materials, math, and manufacturing and business areas. The 45-credit program requires 12 classes and a final project.
Master in Applied MathematicsMaster in Applied Mathematics
Students of this program examine subjects relevant to applied mathematics, such as vector calculus and complex variables, methods for partial differential equations, scientific computing, and numerical analysis of boundary value problems. Applied mathematics is pertinent to many settings, including but not limited to engineering, manufacturing, and research — all fields of potential employment for graduates with this degree.
MS in Civil & Environmental EngineeringMS in Civil & Environmental Engineering
Individuals with an undergraduate-level engineering degree can apply to learn advanced topics in civil and environmental engineering through asynchronous online classes. The topics are taught by UW's on-campus engineering professors, and cover marine construction, utility construction, and environmental laws.
Master's in Clinical Health ServicesMaster's in Clinical Health Services
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree includes specializations in rural health care, public health and preventative medicine, academic medicine, and global health. It is designed for current physician assistants who want advance their knowledge will remaining with their practice.
Master's in Clinical Informatics and Patient-Centered TechnologiesMaster's in Clinical Informatics and Patient-Centered Technologies
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Health professionals can develop their understanding and use of informatics in this master's degree. Required classes include Systems Design & Project Management and Computing Concepts: From Theory to Application.
Master's in Computational LinguisticsMaster's in Computational Linguistics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program prepares students for positions such as computational linguist, language specialist, and quality assurance analyst. Students study language processing and communication using computers.
Master's in Construction EngineeringMaster's in Construction Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this degree study business principles and engineering aspects of infrastructure development. The program was developed through the departments of Construction Management and Civil & Environmental Engineering.
Master's in Construction ManagementMaster's in Construction Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This is an affordable online program for those seeking supervisory roles in heavy construction. Students study marine construction, environmental regulations, cost analysis, and more pertinent topics.
MS in Electrical EngineeringMS in Electrical Engineering
This program teaches students graduate-level skills in electrical engineering, such as wireless system design and video compression; it also covers current research topics in areas like electromagnetics. The program is offered part-time and is completed over a span of 9 quarters.
MS in Engineering Management & Special TopicsMS in Engineering Management & Special Topics
Students can choose to further their understanding of engineering management principles through a variety of courses, which do not culminate in a degree, but provide useful professional skills. Current available courses cover construction operations, construction procurement, decision analysis, project performance, and temporary structures.
Master's in Geographic Information SystemsMaster's in Geographic Information Systems
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Graduates of the GIS program will understand how to utilize geospatial information systems to analyze environmental problems. Core areas cover software technologies, social issues, and environmental issues.
MS in Heavy ConstructionMS in Heavy Construction
Students learn the principles behind various types of construction, including the construction of bridges, roads, and ports. The program was developed to be multidisciplinary, and covers principles and techniques in construction law, environmental law, cost analysis, and more.
Master's in Industrial and Systems EngineeringMaster's in Industrial and Systems Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree provides an interdisciplinary approach to solving complex systems problems. The program consists of 21 credits of industrial engineering courses and 17 credits of technical electives.
Master's in Infrastructure Planning and ManagementMaster's in Infrastructure Planning and Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this program analyze a variety of infrastructure issues from the angle of strategic planning. The degree is appropriate for professionals in urban planning, systems management, business continuity planning, and related fields.
Master's in Library and Information ScienceMaster's in Library and Information Science
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This MLIS program is module-based, allowing students to work at their own pace within the deadlines of the particular modules. The Life Cycle of Information, Information Behavior, and Information in Social Contexts are required classes.
Master's in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's in Mechanical Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students can pursue a wide array of technical ME topics in this program, such as design, fluid dynamics, and mechanics. The program includes thesis and nonthesis options.
MS in Medical EngineeringMS in Medical Engineering
If you're an engineering professional that would like to gain knowledge and skills in the biological and medical science areas, this degree could be a good fit for you. The goal of the program is to produce graduates that are equipped to develop technological innovations that will improve healthcare delivery.
Master's in Pharmaceutical BioengineeringMaster's in Pharmaceutical Bioengineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program is geared towards engineers, scientists, and technical professionals desiring a deeper understanding of pharmaceutical bioengineering. Coursework covers molecular and cell biology, pharmaceutics, and statistics & experimental design.
MS in Professional Engineering Review CoursesMS in Professional Engineering Review Courses
If you're planning on earning your Professional Engineer license and taking the required licensing exams, these professional development courses could be useful for you. The courses offered cover engineer-in-training fundamentals and the mechanical engineering subject test.
Master's in Social Work Extended Degree ProgramMaster's in Social Work Extended Degree Program
This program provides the skills, practical experience, and professional network needed for enrollees to advance their careers. The coursework feature a rich combination of field practicum and classroom learning designed to provide both breadth and depth in professional education. Students develop skills in Multigenerational Practice with Children, Families and Elders, or Integrative Health and Mental Health Practice. The curriculum encompasses two distinct but interconnected areas: the beginning content (professional foundation curriculum), wherein students the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level practice across different levels of social work practice; and advanced curriculum that augments all of the core competencies.
Master's in Supply Chain Transportation and LogisticsMaster's in Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Professionals desiring a deeper understanding of supply chain systems and management issues can enroll in this degree. Transportation system performance, supply chain limitations, and IT infrastructure are covered.
Master's in Sustainable TransportationMaster's in Sustainable Transportation
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Concentration areas of this degree include Planning & Livable Communities, Environmental Issues & Impacts, and Policy Development, Health & Economics. Students can complete the 13 course program in 3 years.
MS in TransportationMS in Transportation
The sustainable transportation master's program is interdisciplinary, and contains core course work in policy development, environmental issues, and planning and liveable communities. Students learn how social issues and engineering impact one another, over the span of 3 years and 13 classes.

Certificates

Certificate in Android Application DevelopmentCertificate in Android Application Development
Mobile app marketing, monitoring tools, and graphics and video resources are some of the topics covered in this certificate. Graduates will know the skills for developing quality Android applications.
Certificate in Applied BiostatisticsCertificate in Applied Biostatistics
Students in this program learn how to apply statistical methods to scientific and biological data sets. Students learn to design experiments and correctly analyze their findings.
Certificate in Basic BioscienceCertificate in Basic Bioscience
This hybrid certificate covers core topics in bioscience. Biomaterial development, DNA, and molecular structure and function are discussed.
Certificate in Biosensors and BiomaterialsCertificate in Biosensors and Biomaterials
Students in this certificate study the biosensors and biomaterials that are part of the foundation of modern healthcare. The program focuses on the relationship between the analyte, its surrounding environment, and the transducers which transmit this information.
Certificate in Biotechnology Project ManagementCertificate in Biotechnology Project Management
Graduates of the biotech PM program will understand project management principles as they apply to pharmaceutical and biotech settings. Research, development, and manufacturing processes are discussed.
Certificate in C++ ProgrammingCertificate in C++ Programming
This hands-on certificate discusses principles of object-oriented programming. Students study the skills for developing medium to large software systems.
Certificate in Cloud ComputingCertificate in Cloud Computing
Students in the cloud computing program study the framework of large cloud vendors and learn how to develop efficient applications and systems for the cloud. Cloud computing models, strategic technology choices, and web-scale analytics are discussed.
Certificate in Construction ManagementCertificate in Construction Management
Cost estimation, planning, and accident prevention are sample topics covered in the construction management certificate. The program is open to students of all experience levels and requires the completion of 14 undergraduate credits.
Certificate in Database ManagementCertificate in Database Management
Graduates of this program understand how to administrate and implement database systems. The program takes 8 months to complete and covers topics such as data optimization, security, and system diagnostics.
Certificate in Decision Making for Climate ChangeCertificate in Decision Making for Climate Change
Students in this program analyze climate change issues form economic, political, and business perspectives. Graduates will be better-prepared to make educated decisions to minimize the effects of climate change.
Certificate in Digital ImagingCertificate in Digital Imaging
This program covers the use of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for the editing of photos. Image sales, digital asset management, and online portfolios are also discussed.
Certificate in Drug Discovery and DesignCertificate in Drug Discovery and Design
Upon completion of this certificate, students will be familiar with lab methods, concepts of drug action, and how molecular targets are used in drug development. Students also study how bioinformatics impacts drug discovery processes.
Certificate in E-Learning Design and DevelopmentCertificate in E-Learning Design and Development
Students in this certificate gain hands-on skills in instructional design and the technological tools of elearning. Graduates will be able to develop elearning content and assess and evaluate learners.
Certificate in Embedded and Real-Time Systems ProgrammingCertificate in Embedded and Real-Time Systems Programming
The skills learned in this program focus around real-time software of microcontrollers and microprocessors. Students utilize C programming and ARM assembly languages to design and test software for these systems.
Certificate in Engineering LeadershipCertificate in Engineering Leadership
Engineers can use this program to learn project management skills and to develop the knowledge to apply data to organizational decision making. Graduates can seek out positions as program managers or first-level managers.
Certificate in Facility ManagementCertificate in Facility Management
Operational issues, building design, and project management are some of the topics covered in the facility management program. Students can use these skills to improve operational management in all facility settings.
Certificate in Financial Risk ManagementCertificate in Financial Risk Management
The focus of this program is on quantitative tools used to assess financial risk. Data analysis, economic modeling, and financial risk methodologies are discussed.
Certificate in GerontologyCertificate in Gerontology
Graduates of this program will better understand social aspects of aging, from individual and societal angles. The program is applicable in many human services, healthcare, and business settings.
Certificate in Global Integrated Systems EngineeringCertificate in Global Integrated Systems Engineering
Students in this program learn the skills for optimizing systems, through courses in project management, finance, and related areas. The certificate has a multicultural emphasis.
Certificate in GuardianshipCertificate in Guardianship
This is a 100-hour program designed for those seeking to become guardians of the elderly, disabled individuals, and others with diminished capacity. Financial responsibilities, social and healthcare systems, and regulatory frameworks are covered.
Certificate in Health Economics and Outcomes ResearchCertificate in Health Economics and Outcomes Research
Students in this program develop a framework for analyzing the value of health care delivery practices and health policy. Graduates understand modeling systems and economic ways of evaluating health outcomes.
Certificate in Healthcare Regulatory ComplianceCertificate in Healthcare Regulatory Compliance
Health care reform legislation, health care ethics, and compliance are focuses of this certificate. Management of protected care information, government enforcement mechanisms, and key health care laws are also covered.
Certificate in Heavy Construction Project ManagementCertificate in Heavy Construction Project Management
Cost estimation, procurement, and productivity are key topics of this program. Graduates will be versed in the challenges of heavy construction and the skills for addressing these issues.
Certificate in Infant Mental HealthCertificate in Infant Mental Health
Students in this program can specialize in promoting first relationships, infant-parent psychotherapy, or leadership. The program includes 6 courses and is completed through in-person work and online courses.
Certificate in Information Security and Risk ManagementCertificate in Information Security and Risk Management
Graduates of this program will understand internal and external security threats to intellectual property and customer data. Defense strategies, risk assessment, and legal compliance are covered.
Certificate in Infrastructure ConstructionCertificate in Infrastructure Construction
Pavement, utilities, and marine construction are some of the types of infrastructure covered in this program. The program is 12 credits and discusses the major types of infrastructure construction and the challenges involved.
Certificate in Integrated Behavioral HealthCertificate in Integrated Behavioral Health
Healthcare professionals can learn how to integrate behavioral health issues into physician offices and other clinical settings with this program. Courses discuss integrated care models, common behavioral health problems, and more.
Certificate in Localization: Customizing Software for the WorldCertificate in Localization: Customizing Software for the World
Students in this program utilize localization tools to tailor software products for particular users. Global content management systems, machine translation, and terminology management are discussed.
Certificate in Natural Language TechnologyCertificate in Natural Language Technology
Natural language processing is applied to a variety of settings, such as media, litigation support, and bioinformatics, in this certificate. Parsing, semantics, named-entity recognition, and discourse and dialogue are covered.
Certificate in Oracle Database AdministrationCertificate in Oracle Database Administration
Students develop core Oracle skills in this certificate. Topics focus on SQL, relational database management, and other administrative issues.
Certificate in Paralegal StudiesCertificate in Paralegal Studies
Graduates of this program will have practical skills, such as litigation support and legal research and writing abilities. The program includes 6 courses and takes 12 months to finish.
Certificate in Project ManagementCertificate in Project Management
This program covers vital project management skills, such as preparing risk management reports and creating work breakdown structures. Example courses include Scheduling and Risk Management and Execution, Monitoring & Control.
Certificate in Psychological Trauma: Effective Treatment and PracticeCertificate in Psychological Trauma: Effective Treatment and Practice
Students learn about trauma therapy techniques and aspects of diagnosis and assessment in trauma victims. Graduates understand the neurobiology of trauma and cultural aspects of trauma.
Certificate in Sustainable Transportation: Environmental Issues and ImpactsCertificate in Sustainable Transportation: Environmental Issues and Impacts
This program covers the tools for investigating both primary and secondary environmental impacts of transportation. Fossil fuel runoff, air quality issues, and climate change are discussed.
Certificate in Sustainable Transportation: Planning and Livable CommunitiesCertificate in Sustainable Transportation: Planning and Livable Communities
This 9 month certificate covers why people utilize particular transportation choices and how these choices impact the overall movement of people and freight. The 12 credits in the program can be later applied to a Master of Sustainable Transportation.
Certificate in Systems Analysis and DesignCertificate in Systems Analysis and Design
Students in this certificate learn how to evaluate big-picture issues related to IT and business. Graduates understand the entire IT project life cycle and relevant issues at each stage of development.
Certificate in Translational PharmaceuticsCertificate in Translational Pharmaceutics
The various techniques utilized in drug development are the focus of this program. Students study the principles behind drug optimization, pharmacokinetics, and clinical trial design.
Certificate in Virtual WorldsCertificate in Virtual Worlds
Graduates of this program will understand methods for creating virtual worlds and applications of these worlds in business and other settings. The program takes 9 months to complete and covers topics like human interactivity and integration of business systems.
Certificate in Web Technology SolutionsCertificate in Web Technology Solutions
This program is appropriate for individuals who want to increase their understanding of ecommerce systems and techniques. Server environment, architecture, and database design are discussed.

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