Duration
12 days (four 3-day blocks)
Access
Public enrolment
Delivery
Face-to-face
Sessions and enrolment
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Price
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Languages
German · English (on request)
Facilitator
Not identified in public sources checked
Certification / credential
Relevant to GfSE SE-ZERT® certification preparation

About this course

Prepares participants for Certified Systems Engineer (GfSE)® Level C certification while building an understanding of the core methods, processes and principles of systems engineering. Based on GfSE's German-language systems engineering handbook, it covers systems engineering fundamentals, development models and system life cycles, technical processes and methods, interfaces with project and quality management, interdisciplinary communication and social responsibility, with practical application and exam preparation.

The training runs in four three-day blocks in Munich; the certification exam is normally held on the last training day. Training is in German, with English available on request.

Facilitators

Facilitator not identified in public sources checked.

How the course is run

Teaching approach
Theory with practical exercises

“A combination of theory, application and targeted exam preparation, with strong practical relevance through experienced systems engineers.” (translated from German)

Practical activities
Discussion

“Working from the GfSE's German-language Systems Engineering Handbook, you build a sound understanding of the fundamentals together with other participants.” (translated from German)

After the course
Certification exam arranged

“The Certified Systems Engineer (GfSE) Level C certification exam usually takes place on the last training day, on site in Munich. Fee €7,795 plus €450 exam fee.” (translated from German)

Training arrangements
Public scheduled datesIn person

“12 days in four 3-day blocks, at the Rücker + Schindele training centre in Munich. Taught in German; an English-language course is possible on request.” (translated from German)

Before the course
Eligibility checkPrior knowledge expected

“Admission to certification requires 1 to 5 years of professional experience depending on qualification, at least one year of it in a recognised systems engineering area.” (translated from German)

In the provider's own words, checked 21 Oct 2026. Only details the provider publishes are shown.

Who should attend

  • Systems engineers, project managers of technical projects, engineers, researchers and technologists

Prerequisites

  • 1 to 5 years of professional experience depending on qualification, at least one year in a recognized systems engineering area (certification admission)

Certification and professional development

Rücker + Schindele is listed by GfSE as a licensed SE-ZERT® training provider. The course prepares candidates for GfSE's certification assessment; it does not itself confer certification. The provider states that participants can also obtain INCOSE's ASEP.

Certification relevance indicates subject-matter relevance only. It does not imply accreditation, formal alignment or endorsement by any certifying body.

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