Mines graduates make an impact on the world. With innovative science and engineering-based solutions, they help improve the human condition and quality of life in communities on local and global scales. And the Humanitarian Engineering and Science graduate programs at Mines provide the skills to make that impact last.<br><br>As a student in this program, youll gain the expertise, skills and hands-on experience to truly make a difference. Under the leadership of world-class faculty expertise in engineering, applied sciences and social sciences, youll graduate from Mines well-prepared for a successful career in development, corporate social responsibility or other areas that directly support the communities you seek to serve.<br>The Humanitarian Engineering and Science (HES) certificate is an online or residential program designed for working professionals as well as graduate students who are enrolled in other degrees at Mines but wish to gain knowledge in humanitarian engineering and science. To obtain a graduate certificate, students must complete a minimum of 9 credits of the following courses. Students may not double-count courses from their undergraduate degrees. Students who have already taken one of the classes as undergraduates must find a suitable replacement, to be approved by the HES director. Students are encouraged to take 12 credits of coursework if possible, adding an elective from the approved HES electives list below.<br><br>Credits- 12