Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) Certification
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
A Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is a professional who specializes in improving the reliability, maintainability, and safety of products, systems, and processes. They focus on identifying potential failures, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with quality and reliability standards.
Cost
Exam Fee $550 Retakes $350Show moreShow less
Format
Hybrid
Skills developed through this program
- Apply reliability fundamentals such as predictive modeling, root‑cause analysis, MTTF, and CAPA to evaluate system performance in reliability‑focused environments
- Analyze and mitigate risk by using techniques such as FTA, FMEA, and hazard analysis to inform design‑related decisions
- Manage reliability data by applying probability‑based statistical methods to generate insights for performance assessment
- Apply reliability planning, testing, and modeling methods to guide design choices throughout product development
- Design for life‑cycle reliability by using stress‑strength analysis, DOE, DfR, and maintainability strategies in long‑term performance contexts
Occupations this program prepares you for
Credentials this program stacks toward
No program pathways.
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeEvaluate system designs for compliance with quality and reliability standards following industry best practices and regulatory requirements.Proficient
- KnowledgeDesign reliability improvement plans and preventive maintenance strategies based on data analysis and risk assessment in operational environments.Proficient
- KnowledgeDevelop reliability testing protocols and validation procedures aligned with product lifecycle requirements and customer needs.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess risk factors affecting system safety and maintainability using quantitative risk analysis techniques in cross-functional teams.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate safety and quality considerations into reliability engineering practices when balancing performance optimization with regulatory compliance.Proficient
- KnowledgeRecommend corrective actions and design modifications to improve reliability based on root cause analysis and failure investigation findings.Proficient
- KnowledgeApply reliability engineering principles to assess system performance using statistical methods and industry standards.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze potential failure modes and their effects on products and systems using structured FMEA methodologies in engineering environments.Developing
- KnowledgeCalculate reliability metrics including MTBF, MTTR, and availability using appropriate statistical tools and reliability data.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret reliability and life data from testing and field operations to identify trends and inform engineering decisions.Developing
Detailed information about this program
A Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is a professional who specializes in improving the reliability, maintainability, and safety of products, systems, and processes. They focus on identifying potential failures, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with quality and reliability standards.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
8 Years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Reliability Body of Knowledge. 3 Years of on-the-job experience must be in a "Decision-making" position. Candidates who have completed a degree from a college, university or technical school will have part of the eight-year experience requirement waived, as follows (only one of these waivers may be claimed): Diploma from a technical or trade school — one year waived Associate degree — two year waived Bachelor's degree — four years waived Master's or doctorate — five years waived
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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