Engineering: Associate of Science

Program 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.  

Program Learning Outcomes

• Student demonstration of critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills as individuals and as teams.
• Demonstrate proper application of foundational engineering, math and science skills while solving current industry problems.
• Make effective career choices in the engineering field.