Master of Science in Systems Engineering

Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE) degree program is designed to prepare computer science professionals motivated by opportunities to gain a competitive edge and pursue increasing levels of responsibility in their careers.

This Master of Science degree program features courses including: System Dynamics, Modeling and Simulation; Quantitative Analysis for Systems; Applied Managerial Decision-Making and many others. Coursework is focused on teaching students how to:

• Select and apply modern SE tools, including operations research, system modeling/simulation/test methods, synthesis techniques, process control and system integration tools.
• Define the role and scope of SE and its interface with the related areas of project management, operations, logistics, performance, test, manufacturing, training and support, reliability/maintainability, quality assurance and disposal.
• Select and apply appropriate industry/government standards, models, metrics and documentation standards incorporated in SE practice.
• Apply oral and written communications skills essential to the SE process.
• and many more career-related skills.

Courses are taught by instructors with professional experience in the area of systems engineering. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and and skills necessary to pursue positions like Engineering Project Manager, Systems Analyst, Systems Design Engineer and many others.