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Engineering Pathways
Click on a pathway below to see the recommended quarter-by-quarter classes and other recommendations.
These pathways assume:
- You will be a full-time student.
- You will start in the fall.
- You are ready to take 100- and 200-level classes.
If not, you can still complete the pathway! You will just need to make adjustments. Talk with your advisor to customize your plan.
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (104-114 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for civil and mechanical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into aeronautics and astronautics engineering at the University of Washington in Seattle. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
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MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk to your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even if you don't have ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as AIAA, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to thermodynamics from a macroscopic point of view. First and second law analysis of engineering systems such as engines, powerplants and heat pumps. Topics include thermodynamic states, property tables, equations of state, energy interactions, entropy, efficiency,and power cycles. The majority of course topics emphasize efficiency analysis and how technology choices and development can contribute to more sustainable energy generation and use. (MSs) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162, MATH& 152 and PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.)
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 11-13
Course note: You need at least one course in humanities and at least one in social sciences. If you're missing a category, take that now.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: ENGR 251 is a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for a summer internship related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
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MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits)
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 10-15
Course note: MATH& 264 is recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. However, it isn't required for graduation from Whatcom and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.)
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
BIOENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (94-104 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for bioengineering and chemical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into bioengineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even if you don't have ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as BMES, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 163 General Chemistry With Lab III (5 credits)
| Description | Third of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full-year general chemistry sequence. Coversacids, bases, acid-base equilibria, solubility and complex-ion equilibria, thermodynamics and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and special topics. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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BIOL& 221 Majors Ecology/Evolution (5 credits)
| Description | This course is designed to prepare the student for further studies inthe field of biology or related fields. Basic information about evolution, genetics, biodiversity of life forms, and ecology will be taught and assessed. This is the first in a three-quarter sequence for biology majors. (MSwl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 161 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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BIOL& 222 Majors Cell Biology/Molecular (5 credits)
| Description | This course is designed to prepare the student for further studies inthe field of biology or related fields. It covers basic information about cell metabolism, biological molecules, structure and function of cells, gene regulation, and development in plants and animals. (MSwl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | BIOL& 222 |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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BIOL& 223 Majors Organismal Physiology (5 credits)
| Description | This course is designed to prepare the student for further studies in the field of biology or related fields. Basic information about the structure and functions of living organisms will be taught and assessed. This is the third in a three-quarter sequence for biology majors. (MSwl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of BIOL& 222 with minimum grade of B- |
| Course Attributes |
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or ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits )
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: Take BIOL& 223 if you're transferring to UW; take ENGR 151 if you're transferring to WSU.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit this fall. Note: UW Bioengineering admits new transfer students in spring quarter only.
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 261 Organic Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First course for students planning to take three quarters of organic chemistry. Material covered includes: structures and shapes, nomenclature, reactions, physical properties of organic compounds, and synthesis. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 163 |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
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or MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits )
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
or MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits )
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 10-17
Course note: Take ENGR& 240 if you're transferring to UW; take MATH& 264 if you're transferring to WSU.
Course note: ENGR& 214 is recommended for more complete preparation for transfer as a junior to WSU; MATH 204 is recommended for either UW or WSU. However, neither one is required for graduation from Whatcom and they may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: ENGR 251 is a student-led, project-based, research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Course note: You need at least one course in humanities and at least one course in social sciences. If you're missing a category, take that now.
Career exploration: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (94-104 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for bioengineering and chemical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into chemical engineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 163 General Chemistry With Lab III (5 credits)
| Description | Third of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full-year general chemistry sequence. Coversacids, bases, acid-base equilibria, solubility and complex-ion equilibria, thermodynamics and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and special topics. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WWC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as AIChE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 261 Organic Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First course for students planning to take three quarters of organic chemistry. Material covered includes: structures and shapes, nomenclature, reactions, physical properties of organic compounds, and synthesis. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 163 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 262 Organic Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second course for students planning to take three quarters of organicchemistry. Further discussion of physical properties, identification by spectroscopic techniques, transformations of organic molecules including aromatic and carbonyl compounds. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 261 |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 263 Organic Chemistry With Lab III (5 credits)
| Description | Third course for students planning to take three quarters of organic chemistry. Further discussion on carbonyl compounds and their reactions, polyfunctional compounds, natural products including carbohydrates,lipids, amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 262 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Course note: You need at least one humanities course. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Quarter 8
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits )
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or BIOL& 221 Majors Ecology/Evolution (5 credits )
| Description | This course is designed to prepare the student for further studies inthe field of biology or related fields. Basic information about evolution, genetics, biodiversity of life forms, and ecology will be taught and assessed. This is the first in a three-quarter sequence for biology majors. (MSwl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 161 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 10-17
Course note: Take ENGR& 240 if you plan to transfer to UW. Take MATH& 264 if you plan to transfer to WSU.
Course note: MATH 204 and BIOL& 221 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. But they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: ENGR 251 is a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
CIVIL ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (104-114 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for civil and mechanical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into civil engineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as ASCE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to thermodynamics from a macroscopic point of view. First and second law analysis of engineering systems such as engines, powerplants and heat pumps. Topics include thermodynamic states, property tables, equations of state, energy interactions, entropy, efficiency,and power cycles. The majority of course topics emphasize efficiency analysis and how technology choices and development can contribute to more sustainable energy generation and use. (MSs) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162, MATH& 152 and PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
or MATH 246 Statistics for Engineering (5 credits )
| Description | Rigorous introduction to probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, descriptive and inferential statistics, and regression and correlation with an emphasis on engineering applications. Statistical inference will include one and two sample methods for hypothesis tests and confidence intervals. The use of computer statistical packages is introduced. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays or engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits)
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits )
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
or ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits )
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 10-17
Course note: MATH& 264, ENGR 201 and ENGL& 235 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. MATH& 264 is the best choice if you intend to transfer to WSU. But these courses aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: ENGR 251 is a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 204 Electrical Circuits (6 credits)
| Description | Analysis of mathematical models of electric components and circuits. Topics include sources, resistors, capacitors, inductors, operational amplifiers, transient response, sinusoidal steady-state response, and three-phase circuits. Laboratory introduces electrical instrumentation and design applications of electrical circuit concepts. Prerequisite: PHYS& 223 with a minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238. Recommended preparation: ENGR 151 and MATH 204. Course counts as Physical/Biological Science lab course for DTA. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 223 with minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238 |
| Course Attributes |
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or MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits )
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 10-15
Course note: ENGR& 204 and MATH& 264 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. MATH& 264 is the best choice if you intend to transfer to WSU. But these courses aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., WU Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
COMPUTER/ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (100-109 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for computer and electrical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into either computer engineering or electrical engineering at multiple universities. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as IEEE, ACM, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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CS& 141 Computer Science I Java (5 credits)
| Description | This course provides an introduction to computer programming with Java. It covers computer architecture, machine instruction processing, basic data types, program control structures, functional decomposition, classes, and fundamental data structures. Recommended for math, science, engineering, computer science, and software development majors. CS 101 recommended. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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CS 145 Computer Science II (5 credits)
| Description | This course is a continuation of CS&141. Teaches the fundamentals of computer programming. Covers searching and sorting, object oriented design, error handling, file input and output, event based programming, bitwise operators, multithreaded and network programming. Recommended for math, science, engineering, computer science, and software development majors. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CS& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 16
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 202 Logic Circuits (6 credits)
| Description | Analysis of mathematical models of electric components and circuits. Topics include sources, resistors, capacitors, inductors, operational amplifiers, transient response, sinusoidal steady-state response, and three-phase circuits. Laboratory introduces electrical instrumentation and design applications of electrical circuit concepts. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with a minimum grade of C; and completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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or ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits )
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15-18
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: ENGR 251 is a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits)
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 204 Electrical Circuits (6 credits)
| Description | Analysis of mathematical models of electric components and circuits. Topics include sources, resistors, capacitors, inductors, operational amplifiers, transient response, sinusoidal steady-state response, and three-phase circuits. Laboratory introduces electrical instrumentation and design applications of electrical circuit concepts. Prerequisite: PHYS& 223 with a minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238. Recommended preparation: ENGR 151 and MATH 204. Course counts as Physical/Biological Science lab course for DTA. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 223 with minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
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or CS 240 Data Structure and Algorithm Fundamentals (5 credits )
| Description | Teaches software development skills that emphasize the study of abstract data types using object oriented programming techniques, Big O algorithm analysis, fundamental data structures such as lists, stacks, queues, and trees; and searching and sorting. Prerequisite: CS 145. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CS 145 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 16
Course note: Choose ENGR& 240 for electrical engineering. Choose CS 240 for computer engineering.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (104-114 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for civil and mechanical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into environmental engineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as AAEES, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 163 General Chemistry With Lab III (5 credits)
| Description | Third of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full-year general chemistry sequence. Coversacids, bases, acid-base equilibria, solubility and complex-ion equilibria, thermodynamics and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and special topics. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
BIOL& 221 Majors Ecology/Evolution (5 credits)
| Description | This course is designed to prepare the student for further studies inthe field of biology or related fields. Basic information about evolution, genetics, biodiversity of life forms, and ecology will be taught and assessed. This is the first in a three-quarter sequence for biology majors. (MSwl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 161 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to thermodynamics from a macroscopic point of view. First and second law analysis of engineering systems such as engines, powerplants and heat pumps. Topics include thermodynamic states, property tables, equations of state, energy interactions, entropy, efficiency,and power cycles. The majority of course topics emphasize efficiency analysis and how technology choices and development can contribute to more sustainable energy generation and use. (MSs) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162, MATH& 152 and PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 11-13
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
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or CS& 141 Computer Science I Java (5 credits )
| Description | This course provides an introduction to computer programming with Java. It covers computer architecture, machine instruction processing, basic data types, program control structures, functional decomposition, classes, and fundamental data structures. Recommended for math, science, engineering, computer science, and software development majors. CS 101 recommended. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
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or ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits )
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 10-15
Course note: ENGL& 235 and ENGR& 114 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. But they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
INDUSTRIAL & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (104-114 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for civil and mechanical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into industrial and systems engineering at the University of Washington in Seattle. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
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MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways, and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don't have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as IISE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
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CS& 141 Computer Science I Java (5 credits)
| Description | This course provides an introduction to computer programming with Java. It covers computer architecture, machine instruction processing, basic data types, program control structures, functional decomposition, classes, and fundamental data structures. Recommended for math, science, engineering, computer science, and software development majors. CS 101 recommended. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits)
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 15-17
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 204 Electrical Circuits (6 credits)
| Description | Analysis of mathematical models of electric components and circuits. Topics include sources, resistors, capacitors, inductors, operational amplifiers, transient response, sinusoidal steady-state response, and three-phase circuits. Laboratory introduces electrical instrumentation and design applications of electrical circuit concepts. Prerequisite: PHYS& 223 with a minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238. Recommended preparation: ENGR 151 and MATH 204. Course counts as Physical/Biological Science lab course for DTA. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 223 with minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 5-16
Course note: ENGR& 204 and ENGL& 235 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. However, they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g. UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (99-108 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for materials science and manufacturing engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into manufacturing engineering at Western Washington University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways, and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as SME, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH 246 Statistics for Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Rigorous introduction to probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, descriptive and inferential statistics, and regression and correlation with an emphasis on engineering applications. Statistical inference will include one and two sample methods for hypothesis tests and confidence intervals. The use of computer statistical packages is introduced. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Quarter 8
MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits)
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits)
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15-17
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
MATERIALS SCIENCE ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (99-108 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for materials science and manufacturing engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into materials science engineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways, and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as ASME, ASM, SAMPE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits)
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Quarter 8
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
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ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15-17
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
MATH 246 Statistics for Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Rigorous introduction to probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, descriptive and inferential statistics, and regression and correlation with an emphasis on engineering applications. Statistical inference will include one and two sample methods for hypothesis tests and confidence intervals. The use of computer statistical packages is introduced. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits )
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics (5 credits )
| Description | Introduction to thermodynamics from a macroscopic point of view. First and second law analysis of engineering systems such as engines, powerplants and heat pumps. Topics include thermodynamic states, property tables, equations of state, energy interactions, entropy, efficiency,and power cycles. The majority of course topics emphasize efficiency analysis and how technology choices and development can contribute to more sustainable energy generation and use. (MSs) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162, MATH& 152 and PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 0-15
Course note: This quarter's courses are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. But they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're all optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (104-114 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for civil and mechanical engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into mechanical engineering at the University of Washington or Washington State University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don't have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as ASME, SAE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk to your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 238 Introduction to Differential Equations (5 credits)
| Description | This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include: first and higher order linear equations, power series solutions, systems of first order equations, numerical methods, LaPlace transforms, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Quarter 8
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits)
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
| Course Attributes |
|
MATH& 264 Calculus IV (5 credits)
| Description | This is the second quarter of multivariable calculus. Topics include multiple integration in different coordinate systems, the gradient, the divergence, and the curl of a vector field. Also covered are line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and Gauss' Theorem. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
|
or ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits )
| Description | This course helps students develop effective methods of research, organization and presentation of findings typical of professional, technical, and scientific writing. Students develop problem-solving and researching skills, including data collection, the critical analysis of sources, documentation, and document design. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL& 101 with a minimum grade of C-. |
| Course Attributes |
|
ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
| Course Attributes |
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Total credits this quarter: 11-18
Course note: MATH& 264 and ENGL& 235 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. But they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.
Quarter 9
ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
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ENGR& 215 Dynamics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of mechanical systems in motion. Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies analyzed using Newton's Second Law, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Scalar and vector methods in multiple coordinate systems. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214, MATH& 163 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C. |
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ENGR& 204 Electrical Circuits (6 credits)
| Description | Analysis of mathematical models of electric components and circuits. Topics include sources, resistors, capacitors, inductors, operational amplifiers, transient response, sinusoidal steady-state response, and three-phase circuits. Laboratory introduces electrical instrumentation and design applications of electrical circuit concepts. Prerequisite: PHYS& 223 with a minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238. Recommended preparation: ENGR 151 and MATH 204. Course counts as Physical/Biological Science lab course for DTA. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 223 with minimum grade of C and prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 238 |
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or ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics (5 credits )
| Description | Introduction to thermodynamics from a macroscopic point of view. First and second law analysis of engineering systems such as engines, powerplants and heat pumps. Topics include thermodynamic states, property tables, equations of state, energy interactions, entropy, efficiency,and power cycles. The majority of course topics emphasize efficiency analysis and how technology choices and development can contribute to more sustainable energy generation and use. (MSs) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 162, MATH& 152 and PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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Total credits this quarter: 10-16
Course note: ENGR& 204 and ENGR& 224 are recommended for more complete preparation to transfer as a junior. But they aren't required for graduation from WCC and may not be eligible for financial aid, so they're optional.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Action item: Attend the spring job fair.
POLYMER MATERIALS ENGINEERING, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE-TRANSFER (AS-T/MRP) (99-108 CREDITS)
Follow this recommended pathway to earn the AS-T/MRP degree for materials science and manufacturing engineering. It's designed to prepare you for junior-ready transfer into polymer materials engineering at Western Washington University. You may be able to customize your plan even more. Talk with your advisor about whether it can be adapted for your individual goals.
Quarter 1
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
| Description | This course helps students become more effective writers in academic and professional settings. Students learn to enter ongoing academic conversations, analyze and use secondary sources to formulate, develop, revise, and communicate ideas in writing, and shape their message to different purposes, audiences, and media. (CC) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGL 95 or placement in ENGL& 101. |
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MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5 credits)
| Description | The basic properties and graphs of functions and inverses of functions, operations on functions, compositions; various specific functions and their properties including polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; applications of various functions; conics. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 or MATH 132 with a minimum grade of C. |
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ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Project based introduction to engineering analysis and modeling exploring the engineering field. Topics include career opportunities, academic success strategies, analytical problem solving, and applications of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in engineering. Projects introduce engineering software and skills such as computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, laser cutting, communication, and spreadsheets. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals.
Career exploration: Meet with an engineering peer mentor.
Career exploration: Learn about engineering majors, transfer pathways and career options as part of ENGR 101.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan.
Action item: Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
Quarter 2
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5 credits)
| Description | Second in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Intended for students planning to major in math and/or science. Course to include right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and formulae;applications of trigonometry; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with a minimum grade of C. |
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ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics (5 credits)
| Description | Methods of modeling and depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Introduction to parametric solid modeling software as a design and analysis tool. Freehand sketching for spatial visualization skill development and design conceptualization. Topics include part and assembly modeling, orthographic projection, engineering drawings, and 3-D printing. Recommended preparation: ENGR 101. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH& 141 |
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CHEM& 161 General Chemistry With Lab I (5 credits)
| Description | First of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers basic principles of modern chemistry, structure of atoms, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, and molecular geometry. Lab work included. Recommended preparation CHEM& 121 or one year of High School Chemistry. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 141 with minimum grade of C |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Compare the different engineering majors at universities you're interested in.
Quarter 3
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5 credits)
| Description | This course looks at the study of functions, limits, continuity, limits at infinity, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses, and applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 133 or MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
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CHEM& 162 General Chemistry With Lab II (5 credits)
| Description | Second of a three-course sequence designed for science, engineering, and other majors needing a full year general chemistry sequence. Covers gases, thermochemistry, states of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Lab work included. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 with minimum grade of C |
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PHYS& 114 General Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics and physical reasoning strategies and investigation methods for students majoring in technically oriented fields not requiring a calculus based physics course. Newton's laws, work andenergy, kinematics conservation principles. Computer interfaced laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving, mathematical reasoning and scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 142 with a minimum grade of C. |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Course note: If you took a year of physics in high school, or if you took MATH 133 at Whatcom, PHYS& 114 isn't required. Talk with your advisor about adjusting the pathway.
Career exploration: Hang out in the engineering lab even in quarters when you don’t have any ENGR courses.
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Consider student membership in one or more professional societies such as SAMPE, SWE, NSBE, SHPE, etc.
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Quarter 4
MATH& 152 Calculus II (5 credits)
| Description | The study of Riemann Sums, methods of integration, numerical methods, polar and rectangular forms, fundamental theorem of Calculus, areas of regions, volumes of solids, centroids, length of curves, surface area, and an introduction to differential equations. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PHYS& 221 Engineering Physics I (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of mechanics. Emphasis on critical analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving, forces, energy and momentum conservation, static equilibrium, with an introduction to thermodynamics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101; and one college level physics course or a high school physics course. |
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ENGR 151 Introductory Design and Computing (5 credits)
| Description | Project based experience with the engineering design process and technical computing. Explores the role of creativity, teamwork, and communication in promoting innovative design. Includes an introduction to computer programming, data analysis, sensors, and microcontrollers. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH& 142 and ENGR 101 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Conduct informational interviews with working engineers.
Career exploration: Continue research on university transfer options and work on refining your career goals. Email or meet with university advisors.
Action item: Meet with your advisor to update your degree plan.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5
MATH& 163 Calculus III (5 credits)
| Description | Multivariate integral and differential calculus. Geometry in R3 and in the plane. The study of vectors, acceleration, curvature; functions of several variables, partial derivatives; directional derivatives and gradients; extreme values; double and triple integrals; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PHYS& 222 Engineering Physics II (5 credits)
| Description | Basic principles of rotation and oscillations; waves; light as a wave; interference and diffraction of light; geometric optics. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C; and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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ENGR 201 Fundamentals of Materials Science (5 credits)
| Description | Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid materials and the relation to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of CHEM& 161 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to universities.
Career exploration: Connect with the North Puget Sound chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
Quarter 6
MATH 246 Statistics for Engineering (5 credits)
| Description | Rigorous introduction to probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, descriptive and inferential statistics, and regression and correlation with an emphasis on engineering applications. Statistical inference will include one and two sample methods for hypothesis tests and confidence intervals. The use of computer statistical packages is introduced. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PHYS& 223 Engineering Physics III (5 credits)
| Description | Functional understanding and appreciation for the foundations of electromagnetism and its applications. Topics include Coulomb's Law, electric potential, circuits and circuit theory, electrical devices, Ampere's Law, electric and magnetic flux, and induction. (MSl) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of PHYS& 222 with a minimum grade of C |
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HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 15
Career exploration: Attend WCC field trips to industry sites.
Career exploration: Attend transfer events at universities (e.g., UW Transfer Thursdays, engineering open houses, etc.).
Career exploration: Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action item: Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major. Are you on track?
Action item: Apply to be an engineering peer mentor.
Quarter 7
MATH 204 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
| Description | Elementary study of the fundamentals of linear algebra. Course is intended for stronger math or science students. Course to include the study of systems of linear equations; matrices; n-dimensional vector space; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension. Introductionto determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications. Graphing calculator required. (QSR,MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
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ENGR& 214 Statics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to analysis and design of force systems in equilibrium. Topics include vector analysis, types of forces, moments, equilibrium analysis, structures, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and internal forces. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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ECON& 201 Micro Economics (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to microeconomics. Presents supply and demand models, consumers and producers choice in the competitive and non-competitive market. Examines the various economic decisions made by firms relating to price, demand, factors of production, and costs. (SS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH 099 |
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Total credits this quarter: 15
Action item: Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications to submit during winter break.
Action item: Apply for next year's financial aid.
Action item: Apply for transfer scholarships.
Action item: Apply to graduate by week 3 of this quarter.
Quarter 8
MATH 207 Taylor Series (1 credits)
| Description | Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended formath and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence. Graphing calculator required. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 152 with a minimum grade of C. |
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ENGR& 225 Mechanics of materials (5 credits)
| Description | Introduction to mechanics of solids. Development of basic relationships among loads, stresses and deformations of structures and machine elements subject to axial, shear, torsion, bending and combined loadings. Applications to engineering design. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 214 with a minimum grade of C and placement in ENGL& 101 |
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ENGR& 240 Engineering Computations (5 credits)
| Description | Numerical solutions to problems in engineering and science using modern scientific computing tools. Introduction to computer programming for numerical computation. Application of mathematical judgment in selecting computational algorithms and communicating results. Recommended preparation: MATH 204 or concurrent enrollment. (MS) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of MATH& 163 and MATH 207 with minimum grade of C; and completion of ENGR 151 or CS& 141 with minimum grade of C; Placement in ENGL& 101.. |
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ENGR 251 Research and Development Experience (2 credits)
| Description | A student led and project-based research, development and design experience. Continue engaging with the engineering design process, teamwork principles, project management, tools, and technologies that are introduced in 100-level engineering. (LE) |
| Enrollment Requirements | Completion of ENGR& 114 or ENGR 151 with a minimum grade of C. |
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HUMANITIES click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
or SOCIAL SCIENCE click for list (5 credits)
Total credits this quarter: 16-18
Course note: At least one of your courses must be in humanities. If you haven't taken one yet, take it now.
Course note: Apply what you've learned and build your resume: take ENGR 251 for a student-led, project-based research, development and design experience. This course isn't required for graduation and may not be eligible for financial aid, so it's optional.
Action item: Apply for summer internships related to your career goals.