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Jun 07, 2026
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2026-27 Catalog
Associate in Science-Transfer to Engineering, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences (Concentration: Engineering)
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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 in 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.
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Requirements
Importance of Advising. Advising is an important part of completing a degree. Each student should meet with an advisor as early as possible. Students are responsible for checking the transfer requirements of the college or university they plan to attend; advisors can help with this. General Requirements
- 90 Credits Total: Complete at least 90 credits of courses numbered 100 or higher
- 2.0+ Cumulative GPA: Earn at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Note: Some Engineering programs may require a higher cumulative GPA and/or a higher GPA in specific courses.
- 25% of Total Credits at Highline: Complete at least 25% of your total credits at Highline. This is the “Residency” requirement.
- 75+ Credits Fully Transferable: At least 75 credits must be designated as fully transferable. All Distribution Area and PE Activity courses are fully transferable.
- Maximum 15 Credits Restricted: Courses that are not fully transferable are called “restricted.” Students can use no more than 15 restricted credits for their degree. Restricted courses include most Professional-Technical courses, College Studies, PE Activity courses, independent studies, credit by examination, military experience credit, CLEP and other nontraditional credit. AP courses are generally not restricted.
- Maximum 15 Credits CR/NC: You can choose to have a course graded as CR/NC, but no more than 15 credits of CR/NC courses can apply to your degree.
For more information, refer to the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements page. Communication Skills: 5 credits
Humanities and Social Sciences: 15 credits
A complete list of courses in the Humanities and Social Science distributions can be found on the Distribution Areas page. Note: An Economics course (ECON& 201 or ECON& 202) is recommended. Complete the following:
- 5 credits in Humanities
- 5 credits in Social Sciences
- 5 credits in Humanities or Social Sciences
Quantitative Skills: 15 credits
Pre-Major Program: 20 credits
Remaining Credits: 35 credits
Choose 35 credits from the list below with help from an advisor. Not all classes listed transfer to all schools and programs. Particular course requirements depend on particular transfer institution and major. Total Program Credits: 90
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. 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.
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