Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Certificates in Semiconductors and Electric Vehicles

Boost your career with an in-demand, 15-credit certificate in semiconductors or electric vehicles, designed to meet the workforce needs of industry technicians, community college students, and high school students or those with suitable professional experience. These flexible, career-ready program will enhance your career and can be applied to a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

Classes start January 2026! Apply today.

Electrical and Computer Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5329 USA
(269) 276-3150

15 credits to industry success

When you enroll, you will work toward a certificate designed to meet the growing talent demand in Michigan’s advanced manufacturing sector. The skills you master will prepare you for careers as an electrical engineer, semiconductor technician, EV pocessing technician and more.

  • Industry-aligned curriculum 
  • Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art labs and facilities
  • HyFlex options offer you the flexibility to participate synchronously either in-person or online 
  • Credits can be stacked toward a degree 

Who should apply?

  • Undergraduate students seeking specialized skills
  • Working professionals or Industry employees looking to advance their careers 
  • Community college graduates interested in advanced manufacturing

Get ready to apply

  • Unofficial transcripts from previously attended institutions
  • Proof of prerequisites or relevant work experience or resume
  • Brief statement of purpose (up to 500 words)

Certificate in Electrical Vehicles

Prepare for a career in the rapidly growing electric vehicle industry with specialized training in battery systems, energy storage, and high-voltage applications.

Dr Qingliu Wu with graduate students working in lab
  • Machines and Electronic Circuits
  • Semiconductor Fundamentals
  • Energy Storage and High Voltage Systems
  • Electrical Vehicle Battery Assembly and Characterization
  • Sensor Design and Application
  • Material Instrumentation Analysis
  • Introduction to Additive Manufacturing and Flexible Hybrid Electronics
  • Intro to Advanced Topics (EV-HEV)
  • Power Electronics

Certificate in Semiconductors

Gain knowledge in semiconductor technology encompassing fundamental concepts and advanced manufacturing processes, preparing you for Michigan's growing semiconductor industry.

Semiconductor lab work
  • Circuit Analysis (may be taken concurrently)

Core Courses (Required):

  • Electronics I
  • Printed Circuit Board Design, Fabrication, Assembly and Test
  • Semiconductor Fundamentals
  • Digital Electronics
  • Electronics II
  • Digital Design
  • Introduction to Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
  • Advanced Micro Electro Mechanical Systems
  • Introduction to Very Large Scale Integration Technology
  • Power Electronics

Cost information

Michigan's Talent Action Team (TAT) employers are eligible for a 50 percent tuition subsidy through a Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant.
WMU tuition and fees
Eligible TAT employers

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Gather information

  • Unofficial college transcripts from previously attended institutions.
  • Proof of prerequisites or relevant work experience.
  • Resume
  • Brief statement of purpose (up to 500 words)

Need help?

Email Dr. Dinesh Maddipatla