Last Updated

6/6/2024 4:20:08 PM

Pre-Engineering, Associate in Science

Pathway:

Pre-Engineering

Degree Type:

Associate in Science

Curriculum Code:

SCI.EGR.AS (U230A30)

Total Program Credits: 61-63

Engineers use analytical and technical tools to provide creative yet economic solutions to problems. Degreed engineers have been consistently in demand, commanding the highest starting salaries among college graduates.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science Degree (Pre-Engineering) emphasis, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Develop ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. Develop ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs.
  3. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. Function effectively on a team, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  5. Develop and conduct appropriate laboratory experiment.
  6. Analyze and interpret data gathered from laboratory experiment, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. Develop ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate engineering learning strategies.

(Reviewed Fall 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CHM 140 # General Chemistry I

Physical Science Gen-ed

5

MAT 131 # Calculus & Analytic Geometry I

Mathematics Gen-ed

5

RHT 101 # English Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:16
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events.

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
MAT 133 # Calculus & Analytic Geometry II

Mathematics Gen-ed

5

OR
Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

5

 
PHY 106 # General Physics (Mechanics)

Physical Science Gen-ed

5

RHT 102 # English Rhetoric and Composition II

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:16
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Notes: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

TAKE PROGRAM ELECTIVE ONLY IF MAT 133◊ HAS ALREADY BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED. (MAT 133◊ can be taken as a prerequisite or concurrently with PHY 106◊).

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
MAT 235 # Calculus & Analytic Geometry III

Mathematics Gen-ed

5

OR
Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

5

 
PHY 107 # General Physics (Electricity & Magnetism)

Core Course

5

SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Fine Arts

Fine Arts Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:16
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop.

Note: TAKE PROGRAM ELECTIVE ONLY IF MAT 235 HAS ALREADY BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED. (MAT 235 can be taken as a prerequisite or concurrently with PHY 107).

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
Take Credits Humanities

Humanities Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Life Science

Life Science Gen-ed

4

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

6-8

Total Semester Credits:13-15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)
Apply to your transfer institution(s). GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.

GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.

Program Electives (6-8):

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 121 Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 255 # C++ Programming

Core Course

3

EGR 152 Engineering Statics

Program Elective

3

EGR 195 Programming for Engineering

Program Elective

3

EGR 207 Thermodynamics

Program Elective

3

EGR 211 Engineering Dynamics

Program Elective

3

EGR 221 Mechanics of Materials

Program Elective

3

EGR 260 Electrical Circuit Analysis

Program Elective

4

EGR 265 Digital Logic Design

Program Elective

4

ENT 110 Engineering Design Graphics/CAD

Core Course

4

MAT 341 # Differential Equations

Core Course

3

PHY 108 # General Physics (Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics, Relativity & Quantum Mechanics)

Core Course

5

(Select courses that meet the BS requirements of your transfer college. Foreign Language encouraged if transferring.)

See Associate in Science Graduation Requirements: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2024-2025/triton-college-catalog/arts-and-sciences-programs/associate-in-science/associate-in-science-degree-requirements/

Foreign Language encouraged if transferring to a four-year institution.

Note: All program required courses require an earned grade of ‘C’ or higher, in order to pass onto the next course in the program sequence.

This is a generic outline of courses for this program of study. Requirements may vary based on undergraduate major and/or chosen transfer school. Students generally choose a major with a strong science foundation. Meet with the curriculum counselor for specific transfer school recommendations.

Chairperson: Sheldon Turner, Ext. 3008; email: sheldonturner@triton.edu

 KEY
(AA/AS/AGS/GECC)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in a semester for this program.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
Elective (general) Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)