The Associate of Science in Engineering (Engineering, AS) degree offers a solid foundation in engineering principles, preparing students for transfer to four-year universities within the UC and Cal State systems. The program emphasizes key engineering fundamentals, including physics, mathematics, and chemistry, while providing options for specialization based on students' interests and intended engineering fields. The curriculum includes core courses in mathematics, physics, and fundamental engineering, along with specialized tracks in Electrical Engineering, Computer and Software Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Aerospace, and Manufacturing Engineering. This curriculum meets core lower-division engineering requirements, ensuring a seamless transfer and robust preparation for further studies and engineering careers. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for upper-division coursework and equipped with a robust technical foundation and practical experience, ensuring readiness for success in their chosen engineering fields.
Major Core Requirements (33 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one: ENGR010 ENGR010H | Introduction to Engineering Honors Introduction to Engineering | 4 units 4 units |
| Select one: MATH003A MATH003AH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| Select one: MATH003B MATH003BH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| MATH004A | Intermediate Calculus | 5 units |
| MATH004B | Differential Equations | 4 units |
| PHYS004A | Engineering Physics - Mechanics | 5 units |
| PHYS004B | Engineering Physics - Electricity and Magnetism | 5 units |
Select an emphasis: (19-23 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Civil, Mechanical, Aerospace, & Manufacturing Engineering
Track Select one: CHEM001A CHEM001AH Select one: CIST004A CIST004A1 CIST005A CIST037 ENGR021 ENGR060 ENGR020 ENGR025 ENGR098 ENGR099 | General Chemistry Honors General Chemistry Computer Programming I (C++ Programming) Computer Programming I (Java) Introduction to Python C Programming Intro Computing for Scientists and Engineers Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB Engineering Graphics Introduction to Materials Circuit Analysis Statics/Vector Mechanics | 5 units 5 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 3 units 3 units 4 units 3 units 4 units 3 units |
| Electrical Engineering Track Select one: CHEM001A CHEM001AH Select one: CIST004A CIST004A1 CIST005A CIST037 ENGR021 ENGR060 CIST039 ENGR063 ENGR098 | General Chemistry Honors General Chemistry Computer Programming I (C++ Programming) Computer Programming I (Java) Introduction to Python C Programming Intro Computing for Scientists and Engineers Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB Computer Organization and Assembly Programming Digital and Analog Circuits Circuit Analysis | 5 units 5 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 3 units 3 units 4 units 3 units 4 units |
| Computer & Software Engineering Track Select one: CIST004A CIST004A1 CIST005A CIST037 ENGR021 ENGR060 Select one: CIST004B CIST004B1 CIST005B CIST039 ENGR063 ENGR098 MATH019 | Computer Programming I (C++ Programming) Computer Programming I (Java) Introduction to Python C Programming Intro Computing for Scientists and Engineers Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB Data Structures using Advanced C++ Data Structures using Advanced Java Advanced Python Computer Organization and Assembly Programming Digital and Analog Circuits Circuit Analysis Discrete Mathematics | 4 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 3 units 3 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 4 units 3 units 4 units 4 units |
Total Major Units: 52-56 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC or Cal-GETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor’s degree should complete the Cal-GETC General Education pattern.
- Total degree units: 68-72