Engineering
A.S. - Transfer Degree
Learn more about transfer options below.
This program prepares students for a wide variety of engineering majors at the university. Students should work closely with an Academic Advisor in their choice of courses as they consider which engineering specialty best fits their career goals.
Program Purpose
This program prepares students for a wide variety of engineering majors at the university. Students should work closely with an Academic Advisor in their choice of courses as they consider which engineering specialty best fits their career goals.
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate alternate assumptions, approaches, procedures, tradeoffs, and results related to engineering problems.
- Use written and oral communications to document work and present project results.
- Assume various roles in the Engineering Design Process and, as a team member, contribute effectively to accomplish tasks.
- Employ mathematics, science, computing and programming techniques in a systematic, comprehensive, and rigorous manner to support the study and solution of engineering problems.
- Show that interpersonal, environmental and societal impacts have been considered when solving a problem.
Program Map
Recommended Program Map / Program Requirements
The recommended plan below meets the requirements to complete this program. For official requirements, visit the AWC Catalog. If the recommended classes listed below don’t fit your schedule or interests, you can take alternate classes.
Visit Academic Planning to get started on your personalized Academic Plan, or schedule an appointment with the Advising Office.
Program Requirements Based on Fall/Spring rotation (AGEC-S certificate also included)
Prior to First Semester
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAT 150 & 183 or MAT 151 & 183 or MAT 187 * |
College Algebra w/ Review & Plane Trigonometry or College Algebra: Standard & Plane Trigonometry or Precalculus * |
5+2 or 4+2 or 5 |
Pre-requisite for MAT 220 (counts towards elective credits) |
| * MAT 187 has a pre-requisite of MAT 121 or MAT 150 or MAT 151 | 5-7 |
First Semester
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGR 188 | Fundamentals of Engineering Design | 4 | Major Requirement |
| MAT 220 | Calculus I with Analytic Geometry | 5 | GE-Mathematics |
| ENG 101 or ENG 107 |
Freshman Composition I | 3 | GE-Composition |
| ART | Choose one course from Arts | 3 | GE-Arts |
| 15 |
Milestones:
- Meet professors one-on-one
- Research University Degree Program options
- Plan with your advisor after midterm grades posted
Co-Curricular Requirements:
- Attend AWC Majors Fair & Career Expos
- Register with Jobs 4 Matadors
Second Semester
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGR 123 | Introduction to Structured Programming | 3 | Major Requirement |
| MAT 230 | Calculus II with Analytic Geometry | 5 | Major Requirement |
| ENG 102 or ENG 108 |
Freshman Composition II | 3 | GE-Composition |
| PHY 121 | University Physics I | 4 | GE-Additional Course |
| 15 |
Milestones:
- Join a club
Co-Curricular Requirements:
- Attend Transfer Services Events
- Apply for Scholarships
Third Semester
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGR 251 | Applied Mechanics - Statics (highly recommended) | 3 | General Elective |
| MAT 241 | Calculus III with Analytic Geometry | 4 | Departmental Requirement |
| CHM 151 | General Chemistry I | 4 | GE-Physical & Biological Sciences |
| PHY 131 | University Physics II | 4 | Departmental Requirement |
| SOC | Choose one Writing Intensive course from Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | GE-Social & Behavioral Sciences (Writing Intensive) |
| 15 |
Milestones:
- If transferring, apply to universities
Co-Curricular Requirements:
- Visit universities campus
- Apply for internship or volunteer opportunities
Fourth Semester
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGR 207 | Elements of Electrical Engineering (highly recommended) | 3 | General Elective |
| MAT 262 | Differential Equations | 3 | GE-Additional Course |
| CHM 152 | General Chemistry II | 4 | GE-Physical & Biological Sciences |
| ECN 250 | Introduction to Microeconomics (recommended) | 3 | GE-Social & Behavioral Sciences |
| PHI 105 | Introduction to Ethics (recommended) | 3 | GE-Humanities (Writing Intensive) |
| 16 |
Milestones:
- Apply for Graduation
Co-Curricular Requirements:
- Attend Etiquette Lunch
- Meet with Career Services
- Apply for university scholarship opportunities
Transfer Information
| UNIVERSITY | DEGREE | MAJOR | LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | BSE, BS | Engineering (multiple program options) | None |
| Northern Arizona University | BS | Engineering (multiple program options) | None |
| University of Arizona | BS | Engineering (multiple program options) | None |
Transfer Tools
AZTransfer will provide you with more information and tools on how to transfer to ASU, NAU, and UofA.
Need help with transferring? The AWC Transfer Services office can provide you with individualized help to explore degree pathways and specific university requirements. Visit their website or schedule an appointment with a transfer specialist.
Additional Information
BS in Mechanical Engineering coming to NAU-Yuma Fall 2023. For more information, visit https://nau.edu/yuma/mechanical-engineering/.