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Columbia College Associate in Science in Pre-Engineering

Take courses that transfer with an Associate in Science in Pre-Engineering from Columbia College.

Prepare for an engineering program at Columbia College

Complete general education and preliminary math and science courses at Columbia College that will transfer into an engineering baccalaureate program elsewhere.

Fulfill general education requirements by exploring topics such as civic engagement, creative thinking, global awareness and environmental stewardship.

Take calculus, differential equations and calculus-based physics. Then, work closely with an advisor to select electives that best match the type of engineering you wish to pursue and the institution where you plan to transfer.

Opportunities to study:

Differential Calculus
Integral calculus
Multivariate calculus
Differential equations
Chemistry
Calculus-based physics

Choose where to transfer + what type of engineering to study

The Columbia College Associate in Science in Pre-Engineering is designed for students who plan to transfer into an engineering bachelor’s degree at another institution. The program will give you fundamental skills and knowledge to be successful in a baccalaureate program.

Continue your studies with:

Aerospace engineering
Agricultural engineering
Biomedical engineering
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical engineering

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Available program formats

Associate in Science

General education requirements 32-35 credit hours
Core requirements 21-22 credit hours
Electives 4-7 credit hours
Total degree requirements 60 credit hours

Some courses you may take

PHYS 211 - CALCULUS-BASED PHYSICS I - 5 hours

First part of a two-part calculus-based college physics sequence. The course covers the following major areas of physics: linear, circular and rotational motion; statics; elasticity; vibrations; waves and sound. Prerequisite: MATH 201

MATH 215 - DIFFERENTIAL CALCULUS - 3 hours

First of a four-session sequence covering calculus and analytic geometry. Focus on functions, limits, and use of derivatives to solve practical problems. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 180 or a score of 28 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or 660 or above SAT score.

ANTH 112 - *GENERAL ANTHROPOLOGY - 3 hours

This course explores the diversity of humanity both in the past and in the present. Anthropology provides a uniquely broad understanding of humankind by integrating the study of human evolution, ancient civilizations, languages, and cultures from around the world. Based on a wide range of case-studies, this course explores what it means to be human, and how it is differently experienced in societies and cultures around the world. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement. Crosslisted with SOCI 112.

MATH 300 - MULTIVARIATE CALCULUS - 3 hours

Two and three dimensional vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line and surface integrals. Prerequisite: MATH 222 or MATH 235.

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