Engineering Fundamentals - Certificate of Achievement

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

The Engineering Fundamentals certificate provides most of the courses taken by first-year engineering students at a four-year university. The certificate will prepare students for further coursework in engineering and other STEM areas, as well as for internship opportunities. Completion of the certificate will serve as a solid foundation on a student’s path towards an associate’s degree and/or transfer in engineering.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Apply fundamental concepts of mathematics (through calculus), science and engineering.

Conduct experiments and analyze and interpret data.

Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in, lifelong learning.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

10 units
CHEM 150
General Chemistry 1
A study of the principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include the kinetic molecular theory of matter, atomic structure and the periodic table, chemical bonding, gases and stoichiometry. Experiments in standard qualitative and quantitative analysis emphasizing the collection and interpretation of data are covered in the lab. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.
  1. Prerequisite: CHEM 120
  1. 5A - Physical Science
  1. B1 - Physical Science
  2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
      ENGR 100
      Introduction to Engineering
      This course provides an overview of the engineering profession and educational path in order for students to evaluate engineering as a career choice. The course is also applicable for science, mathematics and architecture majors. The engineering branches are introduced, along with their relationships to science and other fields of study. The education process and strategies for engineering and science students to reach their full academic potential are explored. Course topics include professional duties, responsibilities, employment opportunities, the engineering design process and problem solving. Students will develop a study plan and research technical topics. Guest speakers include working engineers and university representatives.
      1. Advisories: ENGL 514
              MATH C2210
              Calculus I: Early Transcendentals

              A first course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, an introduction to integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors.

              1. Prerequisite: MATH 141
              2. Prerequisite: MATH 121
              3. Prerequisite: MATH 131
                  1. Category 1B: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking
                  1. 2A - Math

                  Spring Year 1

                  12 units
                  ENGL C1000
                  Academic Reading and Writing

                  In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research.

                  Students will prepare and write a research paper.  The course is not open to students who received credit for ENGL 101.

                        1. Category 1A: English Composition
                        1. 1A - English Composition
                        MATH C2220
                        Calculus II: Early Transcendentals

                        A second course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include applications of integration, techniques of integration, infinite sequences and series, and the calculus of parametric and polar equations. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors.

                        1. Prerequisite: MATH C2210
                              1. 2A - Math
                              PHYS 161
                              Engineering Physics 1
                              The initial semester of a three-semester course in calculus-based physics which emphasizes the origin, nature and application of fundamental concepts and principles. Required for most baccalaureate majors in the physical sciences, engineering and mathematics. Emphasizes mechanics, including measurement, linear and planar motion, statics and dynamics of particles and systems of particles, rigid, elastic and fluid systems.
                              1. Prerequisite: PHYS 110
                              2. Prerequisite: MATH C2220
                              1. 5A - Physical Science
                              1. B1 - Physical Science
                              2. B3 - Laboratory Activity