Certificates
Certificate programs provide students with an excellent opportunity to continue their education, supplement their technical skills in a particular area, or provide value-added background to complement an undergraduate degree. Certificate programs are available at both the undergraduate and the graduate level and may be completed at any time. In some cases, the courses needed may be taken partially or completely on a distance-delivered (online) basis. International students must be enrolled in a degree seeking program. Find more information on distance-delivered education at South Dakota Mines Online.
Graduate Certificate Programs
Construction Engineering and Management Certificate
The Construction Engineering and Management Certificate program provides a unique
opportunity for students interested in advancing their careers as leaders and managers
in the construction industry. The certificate program is open to any student having
a baccalaureate degree. It may be taken following graduation, as a first step leading
to a master's degree in construction management, or as an emphasis with any other
Master's degree program.
More information may be found at the program website ( Construction Management M.S. and Certificate) or in our academic catalog: Construction Engineering and Management Certificate
Geospatial Technology
Geospatial technology is a career field that measures, visualizes, and analyzes features
on the earth’s surface. It forms an integral part of government services and industries,
including natural resources management, environmental protection, architecture, urban
planning, insurance, retail, marketing, agriculture, forestry, mining, petroleum,
water resources, transportation, utilities, and more. It is an actively growing field
with high demand for trained workers and requires good computer skills. This certificate
program is designed to enhance an individual’s existing work or academic training
by building specific geospatial competencies required in the workplace. The ideal
career preparation is to combine this certificate with a degree or work experience
in one of the fields listed above. The certificate consists of four required core
courses. Students who have not yet achieved a bachelor’s degree will take the undergraduate
(400 level) courses; students holding a bachelor’s degree may enroll in the graduate
(500 level) courses.
More information is available in our academic catalog: Geospatial Technology- Graduate Certificate
Mining 360
This graduate-level certificate provides mining industry professionals with, (i)
a broad exposure to different mining environments, commodities, and new technology,
(ii) a deep understanding of mineral economics, and (iii) an appreciation of mine
management and engineering. This certificate consists of three required core courses.
Students must have completed a bachelor’s degree to enroll in the Mining 360 certificate
program.
Find more details in our academic catalog: Mining 360 Certificate
Occupational Safety Certificate
The graduate level Occupational Safety Certificate at South Dakota Mines is designed
to respond to a business need across all sectors (including general industry, construction,
mining, health care, service, etc.) that places occupational safety at the highest
level of organizational priorities. This certificate is open to any graduate student
at Mines. (For undergraduate students, refer to the Occupational Safety Minor.)
Find more details in our academic catalog: Occupational Safety Certificate
Petroleum Systems Certificate
The world depends on energy resources to keep their people and economies thriving,
and a skilled workforce is essential to meet the energy needs. The Petroleum Systems
Certificate Program has a geoscience focus and is geared toward graduate students
and professionals who are looking to expand their skill sets in petroleum and related
fields, or who are looking to retool and retrain for a new career. Courses are tailored
to meet the needs of industry and provide a focused curriculum of classes and cross
training. Offered through the Department of Geology and Geological Engineering.
Find more details in our academic catalog: Petroleum Systems Certificate
Quantum Communications
More information is available in our academic catalog: Quantum Communications
Undergraduate Certificate Programs
American Civic Traditions Certificate
Engineering Management and Leadership Certificate
Geospatial Technology
Global Engineering and Science Certificate
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certificate
Basic Spanish Language Proficiency
Quantum Communications
More information is available in our academic catalog: Quantum Communications