Engineering: Associate in Science
Catalog Description
The engineering program provides the foundational courses for a student to successfully complete upper division course work to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in multiple engineering disciplines throughout the CSU and UC system as well as many out of state universities and colleges.
Engineers utilize a variety of technical, mathematics, creativity, and problem-solving skills to design, develop, produce, and optimize new products and manufacturing methods. This program starts the development of these skills and qualifies the student to transfer and earn one of the following degree types: B.S. Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, Mechatronic (Robotics) or Engineering Science (Emphasis in Petroleum, Energy and Power, Biosystems and Agricultural, or Management).
Engineering degrees require engineering core curriculum and intensive math, physics, and chemistry courses. This is a “high unit major” and may require additional semesters to complete all required coursework. Preparations in high school including pre-calculus, calculus, physics, chemistry, and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum will minimize any additional course workload in college. Development of an educational plan with counseling and engineering faculty each semester is strongly encouraged and highly recommended to stay on track towards your degree.
In addition, the Stanley and Madalyn Hutchison Engineering Promise Program (HEPP) at Taft College has been established to provide financial and academic support for students enrolled in the Taft College Engineering Program. For an application and eligibility requirements, please visit the HEPP website.
Students completing this degree have transferred to over 30 different universities and colleges including CSU-Bakersfield, San José State, Cal Poly-SLO, Cal Poly Pomona, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC San Diego, Fresno State, CSU Long Beach, and many others.
Required Courses
Required Core
| ENGR 1500 | Introduction to Engineering | 2.00 Credits(s) |
| ENGR 2000 | Circuit Analysis with Lab | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| MATH 2100 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 5.00 Credits(s) |
| MATH 2120 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| MATH 2130 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| MATH 2140 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| PHYS 2221 | General Physics (Calculus) | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| PHYS 2222 | General Physics II (Calculus) | 4.00 Credits(s) |
Choose one from the following: (3 – 4 units)
| ENGR 1540 | Introduction to Programming Concepts and Methodologies for Engineers with Lab | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| OR | |
| ENGR 1550 | Computer Programming and Problem Solving with Lab | 3.00 Credits(s) |
Select at least 7 units from the following
| ENGR 1510 | Engineering Graphics and Introduction to Design with Lab | 3.00 Credits(s) |
| ENGR 2200 | Statics | 3.00 Credits(s) |
| ENGR 2300 | Materials Science and Engineering with Lab | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| CHEM 2211 | General Chemistry | 5.00 Credits(s) |
| CHEM 2212 | General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis | 5.00 Credits(s) |
| GEOL 1500 | Introduction to Geology | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| MATH 2125 | Linear Algebra | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| PHYS 2223 | General Physics III (Calculus) | 4.00 Credits(s) |
| Total Credit Hours: | 41-45 |
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