Engineering, AS

Program Code: Engineering-AS

Program Description

The Associate of Science, Engineering is a two-year transferable program leading to an Associate of Science in Engineering. The degree is designed for students planning to obtain a four-year engineering degree. Engineering is the practical application of scientific theory and principles. This program develops a strong foundation in mathematics and physical science while providing an introduction to the fundamental aspects of engineering. Students who complete the associate degree can transfer to other colleges or universities in many engineering disciplines including civil, chemical, computer, electrical, geological, mechanical, metallurgical, mining, computer science and engineering physics.

Engineering Career Map

Recommended Course Schedule

Plan of Study Grid
1st semesterUnits
ENG 101 Composition I 3
ENGR 100 Introduction to Engineering Design 3
Fine Arts / Diversity 6 3
MATH 181 Calculus I 4
 Semester Total13
2nd semester
Electives 3
ENG 102 Composition II 3
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 4
MATH 182 Calculus II 4
Social Science 3
 Semester Total17
3rd semester
Electives 3
Humanities (Recommend CH 203) 3
MATH 283 Calculus III 4
PHYS 180
180L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers I
and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I
4
 Semester Total14
4th semester
Electives 9
PHYS 181
181L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers II
and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II
4
MATH 285 Differential Equations 3
 Semester Total16
 Total Units60
6

See program recommendations or requirements.

Program Requirements

AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.  

To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:

  1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
  2. Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
  3. Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS.
  4. Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
General Education Requirements
English3-6
Must include ENG 102 or ENG 114 1
Fine Arts3
Recommend Diversity
Humanities3
Recommend
American Experiences and Constitutional Change
Mathematics[3]
Required:
MATH 181Calculus I 24
Science[6]
Required:
CHEM 121General Chemistry I 24
PHYS 180
180L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers I
and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I 2
4
Social Science3
Additional College Requirements
Diversity 3[3]
Science[6]
PHYS 181
181L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers II
and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II 2
4
U.S. and Nevada Constitutions[3]
Degree Requirements
ENGR 100Introduction to Engineering Design3
MATH 182Calculus II 24
MATH 283Calculus III 24
MATH 285Differential Equations 23
Elective Requirements
Select 15 - 18 units from the following based on appropriate engineering specialty. Can include co-admission at UNR. 415-18
Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology
and Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory (biomedical, chemical, civil, environmental)
General Chemistry II (biomedical, materials science, environmental, engineering physics)
Digital Design (biomedical, electrical, computer, engineering physics)
General Internship Program
Principles of Microeconomics (biomedical, chemical, materials science, electrical) 5
Circuits I (biomedical, chemical, materials science, engineering physics, mechanical)
Introduction to Renewable Energy (renewable energy minor)
Geology: Exploring Planet Earth (environmental)
Linear Algebra (biomedical, electrical)
Statics (chemical, materials science, environmental, civil, mechanical) 2
Courses in the following disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering
Total Units60
1

If you place into ENG 102 or ENG 114, the additional 3 required units will become elective credit.

2

Must maintain a “C” or higher in these courses.

3

Course may also count toward degree requirements. Please consult with Academic Advisement.

4

 Consult with Academic Advising for a list of classes for specific engineering specialties and information regarding co-admission at UNR. 

5

ECON 102 can only count for a Social Science general education course OR as a program elective.  It cannot be used for both.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the degree will:

PSLO1: Describe and apply the engineering design process.

PSLO2: Demonstrate effective communication skills via writing and presentations, work effectively in teams, and perform basic computational skills appropriate to the engineering field.

Transfer Agreements

AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. General information about general transfer agreements can be found on the Academic Advisement website. Students who intend to transfer to another college or university should speak with a TMCC Academic Advisor and consult with that institution. The transfer institution determines how TMCC courses will transfer. TMCC has agreements with the following institutions towards a bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline.