Engineering - Associate of Science Degree
Overview
The Associate of Science (AS) in Engineering degree is designed for students intending to transfer to an engineering program at a four-year institution. The curriculum includes foundational coursework in mathematics, physics, and engineering, along with general education requirements that prepare students for upper-division study.
Because transfer requirements vary by university and engineering discipline, students are strongly encouraged to work with an academic advisor and their intended transfer institution to ensure appropriate course selection and alignment with program requirements.
Refer to the tabs above for additional information about:
- Requirements - outlines all courses required for completion of the degree
- Education Plan - provides a sample term-by-term sequence of courses
- Career Info - includes information on potential occupations, employment trends, and earnings
Program Requirements
The degree requirements below outline the courses and credit categories required to complete the Engineering AS degree, including engineering core, math core, and general education requirements. See each section for required courses needed to complete the degree.
For a suggested term-by-term sequence, refer to the Education Plan tab.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Core, 10 courses | 42 | |
| Engineering Orientation | ||
| Engineering Computations | ||
| Engineering Graphics | ||
| Electrical Fundamentals I | ||
| Statics | ||
| Dynamics | ||
| Strength of Materials | ||
| General Physics with Calculus I | ||
| General Physics with Calculus II | ||
| General Physics with Calculus III | ||
| Mathematics, 5 courses | 24 | |
| Differential Calculus | ||
| Integral Calculus | ||
| Calculus IV: Multivariable/Vector Calculus Part 1 | ||
| Differential Equations | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| Written Communication, 2 courses | 7-8 | |
| Composition I | ||
| Composition II | ||
or WR227Z | Technical Writing | |
| Oral Communication, 1 course from AS list | 4 | |
| Arts & Letters, 2 courses from AS list | 6 | |
| Social Science, 2 courses from AS list | 6 | |
| Science, 4 courses (listed below) | 10 | |
| General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | ||
| General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory | ||
| Health and Physical Education, 3 credits from AS list | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 102 | |
Education Plan
This sample Education Plan illustrates one possible course sequence. Students should consult an advisor to create a personalized plan.
This plan is specifically designed for transfer to a four-year college and is not intended for students who seek direct entry into the job market after completion of an associate degree. For the direct-to-job-market program, see the Engineering Technology program.
General education courses (such as math, writing, health, etc.) can be taken during any term, or before starting the program.
Students are expected to meet the following course requirements before starting the first term courses:
- Placement into RD115+, or completion of RD090.
- Placement into WR121Z, or completion of WR115.
- Placement into MTH251Z+, or completion of MTH112Z with a grade of "C" or higher.
| First Quarter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CH221Z & CH227Z | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | 5 |
| GE101 | Engineering Orientation | 4 |
| MTH251Z | Differential Calculus | 4 |
| WR121Z | Composition I | 4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Second Quarter | ||
| Winter | ||
| CH222Z & CH228Z | General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory | 5 |
| COMM111Z | Public Speaking | 4 |
| GE115 or ENGR248 | Engineering Graphics or Engineering Graphics: Solidworks | 3 |
| MTH252Z | Integral Calculus | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Quarter | ||
| Spring | ||
| GE102 | Engineering Computations | 3 |
| MTH261 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| WR227Z | Technical Writing | 4 |
| Arts & Letters course from AS list | 3 | |
| Social Science course from AS list | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Fourth Quarter | ||
| Fall | ||
| ENGR211 | Statics | 4 |
| MTH254 | Calculus IV: Multivariable/Vector Calculus Part 1 | 5 |
| PH211 | General Physics with Calculus I | 5 |
| Health and Physical Education course from AS list | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Fifth Quarter | ||
| Winter | ||
| ENGR213 | Strength of Materials | 4 |
| PH212 | General Physics with Calculus II | 5 |
| Social Science course from AS list | 3-4 | |
| Complete one (1) course based on transfer pathway: | 4-5 | |
| Plane Surveying (for Civil Engineering, offered in spring) | ||
| Electrical Fundamentals I (for Mechanical Engineering, offered in winter) | ||
| Credits | 18 | |
| Sixth Quarter | ||
| Spring | ||
| ENGR212 | Dynamics | 4 |
| MTH256 | Differential Equations | 5 |
| PH213 | General Physics with Calculus III | 5 |
| Arts & Letters course from AS list | 3 | |
| Complete one (1) course based on transfer pathway: | ||
| Plane Surveying (for Civil Engineering, offered in spring) | ||
| Electrical Fundamentals I (for Mechanical Engineering, offered in winter) | ||
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 102 | |
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Not every course required by different transfer institutions are available and/or offered at MHCC.