A.S. in Pre-Engineering
Applying the principles of science and mathematics, engineers design and build systems, structures, and products that solve practical problems and meet human needs. Engineers continue to be in high demand worldwide in a broad range of industries, and job prospects are strong in the foreseeable future.
The A.S. Degree in Pre-Engineering includes core courses in mathematics and physics and provides students with a set of skills that prepares them for transfer into engineering programs at baccalaureate degree-granting institutions.
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Pre-Engineering A.S. Degree will:
- Understand how engineering serves society by solving practical problems and meeting human needs.
- Identify the principle engineering disciplines and articulate transfer and career goals.
- Understand and apply fundamental physics principles and standard methods of mathematical analysis.
- Work effectively in a group to accomplish an objective and make a significant contribution to its outcome.
- Demonstrate problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking skills and their ability to apply them to the complex problems involved in engineering.
- Appreciate the importance of professional ethics as practiced by engineers as they apply their knowledge and skills to serve society.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern, CSUGE or IGETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the CSUGE or IGETC General Education Patterns. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the local area requirement of Kinesiology/Dance.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
Courses that complete the Associate Degree in Pre-Engineering might not include all required or recommended courses for transfer into some impacted programs and specific branches of engineering. Students should consult a STEM counselor in order to select the most comprehensive course plan for their personal transfer goals.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| ENGR 101 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR 130 | Engineering Graphics | 4 |
| ENGR 135 | Engineering Mechanics: Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 138 | Computer Programming and Numerical Methods for Engineers | 4 |
| MATH 190 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry l | 5 |
| MATH 191 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll | 5 |
| MATH 210 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry lll | 5 |
| PHYS 201 | Physics A: Mechanics | 5 |
| or PHYS 201H | Physics A: Mechanics - Honors | |
| PHYS 202 | Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism | 5 |
| or PHYS 203 | Physics C: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics | |
| Select two (2) of the following courses: | ||
| General Chemistry I | 5 | |
| Introduction to Surveying | 4.5 | |
| Mechanics of Materials | 4 | |
| Differential Equations | 5 | |
| Introduction to Linear Algebra | 4 | |
| Total Units | 46-49 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Co-requisite MATH course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 190 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry l | 5 |
| COUN 206 | Pathways to Careers in STEM | 3 |
| ENGR 101 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| MATH 191 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll | 5 |
| ANTH 210 |
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology or Introduction to Cultural Anthropology - Honors or Introduction to Psychology or Introduction to Psychology - Honors or Introduction to Sociology or Introduction to Sociology - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 8 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| MATH 210 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry lll | 5 |
| ENGR 130 | Engineering Graphics | 4 |
| PHYS 201 or PHYS 201H |
Physics A: Mechanics or Physics A: Mechanics - Honors |
5 |
| ENGL 104 or ENGL 104H |
Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Summer Term 1 | ||
| MATH 211 | Differential Equations | 5 |
| POLI 103 or POLI 103H |
American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 8 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| PHYS 202 | Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism | 5 |
| CHEM 110 | Beginning General Chemistry | 5 |
| ENGR 135 | Engineering Mechanics: Statics | 3 |
| ENGL 290 |
Ethnic Voices in Film or Children's Literature or Children's Literature - Honors or Literature of the Bible or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts or Great Religions of the World or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies |
3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Winter Term 2 | ||
| MATH 212 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 4 |
| ETHN 101 or ETHN 116 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies |
3 |
| Units | 7 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| ENGR 138 | Computer Programming and Numerical Methods for Engineers | 4 |
| ARCH 250 |
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art or History of Photography or Introduction to the Visual Arts or Motion Picture Appreciation or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors or History of Dance or History of Rock and Roll or Introduction to Theatre Arts or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors |
3 |
| HIST 107 |
History of the United States before 1877 or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors or History of the United States since 1877 or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors or History of the African-Americans to 1876 or History of the African-Americans since 1876 or History of Women in the United States |
3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Summer Term 2 | ||
| KIN 170 |
Fitness for Life or Health and Wellness in Society or Health and Wellness - Honors or Introduction to Nutrition |
3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Total Units | 89 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.