Unique Opportunity to Study at Renowned Public Institutions with Free Education and Recognized Certification. All This with Flexibility, In-Person Support at Regional Centers, and the Structure of a Course Evaluated with the Highest Score by the MEC.
Those who dream of taking Production Engineering at a public university now have an unmissable chance to study for free and online, with a diploma officially recognized by the MEC.
The Foundation Center for Distance Education and Higher Education of the State of Rio de Janeiro (CECIERJ), in partnership with the CEDERJ/UAB Consortium, has opened registrations for 400 spots in the EAD Production Engineering course, offered by renowned institutions such as CEFET/RJ and Fluminense Federal University (UFF).
The course is 100% free and aimed at those who wish to study with flexibility, without compromising the quality and prestige of a public higher education.
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Recognition and Quality Guaranteed by the MEC
The EAD Production Engineering course received the highest score (5) in the Course Concept (CC) evaluation conducted by the Ministry of Education.
This recognition reflects the excellence of the pedagogical proposal, the qualifications of the teaching staff, and the infrastructure provided to students at the regional support centers.
This means that even studying remotely, the student will have education comparable to that of traditional in-person courses.
Reference Public Institutions
The 400 spots offered are available from two of the most respected higher education institutions in Brazil:
Celso Suckow da Fonseca Federal Center for Technological Education (CEFET/RJ)
Fluminense Federal University (UFF)
These institutions are part of the CEDERJ Consortium, an initiative created to democratize quality higher education through Distance Education in the state of Rio de Janeiro.
Selection Process Modalities
The candidate can choose between two forms of admission:
- ENEM Score: the editions from 2022, 2023, or 2024 will be accepted
- Assessment Tests: which include objective questions and an essay
The choice must be made at the time of registration, and both options have clear and equivalent criteria.
Where the Spots Are Located
The spots are distributed among different regional centers in the state of Rio de Janeiro, ensuring that students from various locations have access to the course with in-person support when needed.
CEFET/RJ
- Belford Roxo: 40 spots
- Campo Grande: 40 spots
- Itaperuna: 40 spots
- Piraí: 40 spots
- Resende: 40 spots
UFF
- Angra dos Reis: 40 spots
- Cantagalo: 40 spots
- Macaé: 40 spots
- Paracambi: 40 spots
- São Gonçalo: 40 spots
This decentralized structure allows the student to participate in periodic in-person meetings close to where they live, without needing to travel long distances.
Course Benefits
In addition to being free and recognized by the MEC, the course offers several advantages:
✅ Public and Free Education – no tuition or additional fees throughout the course.
✅ Flexible Schedules – ideal for those who work, have family, or other commitments.
✅ In-Person Support – regional centers equipped with laboratories, libraries, and specialized tutoring.
✅ Recognized Diploma – issued by federal public universities with wide market acceptance.
✅ Modern Digital Platform – with access to updated content, forums, videos, assessments, and educational support.
Job Market Prospects
The production engineer is an increasingly valued professional in the current landscape.
They work in planning, control, and optimization of processes, being fundamental to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase company productivity.
The education offered in this course prepares the student to work in sectors such as industry, logistics, technology, project management, and services.
With attractive salaries and high demand in the market, this could be the gateway to a solid and promising career.
How to Register
Registrations are open until May 15, 2025 and must be made exclusively through the Foundation CECIERJ website:
www.cecierj.edu.br/consorcio-cederj/vestibular/2025-2/
The registration fee is R$ 89.90, payable via bank slip by the indicated due date at the time of registration.
It is necessary to have completed high school by the year of enrollment.
Studying engineering at a public university, from home, with in-person support and recognized diploma is possible. And you, will you take this opportunity to transform your future?

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