Associate in Science-Transfer to Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences (Concentration: Engineering)

If you like to design, innovate, and problem-solve, engineering may be the path for you. Engineers develop solutions to complex problems in technology, medicine, aerospace, alternative energy, and more. The Engineering Program at Highline helps prepare engineering students gain key skills in science, math, and engineering to obtain Associate of Science degrees and transfer with junior status standing to most 4-year institutions.

The Associate of Science (AS) degree in general engineering is meant for students pursuing degrees in very specialized engineering fields, such as aerospace and environmental engineering, for which we do not offer MRP degrees at Highline. It is essential to meet with an advisor to design a tailored academic plan for your interests to meet the program requirements for the 4-year institution you wish to transfer to.

Associate in Science Track 2, Engineering Requirements

Communications Requirement - 5 credits

ENGL& 101 - English Composition I

Distribution Requirements - 15 credits

Complete the following:

five credits in Humanities;
five credits in Social Sciences; and
five credits in either Humanities or Social Sciences.

Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15 credits

Complete the following:

Pre-Major Program: 20 credits

Complete the following:

Remaining Credit Requirement: 35 credits

Complete the following:

Choose thirty-five additional credits from the list below with help from an adviser. Not all classes listed transfer to all schools and programs. Particular course requirements depend on particular transfer institution and major.

Note:

The AS, General Engineering, degree provides an appropriate preparation for students who have not selected an engineering specialty. Additional, more specific degree programs may be designed - with adviser assistance - to prepare students to meet pre-major requirements in Bio-Engineering/Chemical Engineering, Computer and Electrical Engineering and Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Industrial and Material Science sub-specialties.

Total Program Credits: 90

Learning Outcomes

Have completed the necessary coursework to apply to an engineering program at a four-year college or university.
Demonstrate knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and interpret data.
Have been introduced to the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
Have been introduced to the engineering design process with constraints where they learn
- to function on multidisciplinary teams,
- to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
- demonstrate professional and ethical responsibility
- to communicate effectively.
Have been introduced to the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context.
Have recognition of the need for, and the ability to engage in life-long learning.
Have knowledge of contemporary engineering issues.

Program Notes

Importance of Advising. Advising is an important part of completing a degree. Students are responsible for checking the transfer requirements of 4-year schools they plan to attend; advisors can help with this.

Engineering is an “early advising” program. This means an Engineering student should meet with a faculty advisor in their first quarter. Faculty Advisors are teachers and experts in their subject. Making an appointment with an advisor will help students stay on track with their academic plans.