The Associate of Arts and Sciences Science- Specialization in Engineering is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in Engineering. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, and contact their selected college’s admissions office. Counselors and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Program Requirements:
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Science Specialization in Engineering program requires competency in English and Math Essentials MTE 1-9 as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required MTE units or equivalent.
| Course Number | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Course Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CHM 111 | College Chemistry I | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| MTH 263 | Calculus I | 4 | 0 | 4 |
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Elective 1 1 Courses may be chosen from the Social Science General Electives. |
Social Science | 3 | 0 | 2 |
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Elective 3 3 Courses may be chosen from the Transfer Humanities Electives.
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Humanities | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 17 | 3 | 16 | |
| Course Number | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Course Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH 264 | Calculus II | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| MTH 266 | Linear Algebra | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| EGR 120 | Introduction to Engineering | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| EGR 140 | Engineering Mechanics—Statics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Elective 1 | Social Science | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 17 | 0 | 17 | |
| Course Number | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Course Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTH 265 | Calculus III | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| EGR 245 | Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PHY 241 | University Physics I | 3 | 3 | 4 |
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Elective 6 6 Students may choose from CSC 201,ITP 120, ITP 134, or a computer programming course as approved by the division. NOTE: Transfer students are advised to consider four-year college and university requirements in making their choices. *Requirements of four-year institutions may vary. Students should consult a counselor or their academic advisor to select electives that will satisfy baccalaureate major requirements. In addition, they should confirm with the college or university to which they plan to transfer that they will receive credit at the four-year institution. |
Computer Programming | 4 | 0 | 4 |
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Elective 2 2 Three credits of transfer History electives are required and can be chosen from HIS 101, 102,111,112, 121, 122. |
History | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 17 | 3 | 18 | |
| Course Number | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Course Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTH 267 | Differential Equations | 3 | 0 | 3 |
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Elective 5 5 Students may choose from the Transfer Engineering/Science Courses. The following are suggested Engineering/Science electives for specific majors: Mechanical Engineering/ Civil Engineering: EGR 246 - Mechanics of Materials 3 CR; Chemical Engineering: • CHM 112 - College Chemistry II 4 CR or EGR 246 - Mechanics of Materials 3 CR or CHM 241/CHM 245 - Organic Chemistry I Organic Chemistry Laboratory I 5 CR; MTH 261 or higher to meet the prerequisite for MTH 263.Students should contact their academic advisor to determine the best option for this elective. |
Engineering/S.T.E.M. | 3 | 0 | 3 |
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Elective 3 3 Courses may be chosen from the Transfer Humanities Electives. |
Humanities | 3 | 0 | 3 |
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Elective 4 4 Students may choose a health, physical education, or recreation course that promotes physical and emotional well-being. |
Physical Education | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| PHY 242 | University Physics II | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CST 110 | Introduction to Communication | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 16 | 3 | 17 | |