A.S. in Engineering Fundamentals

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The Associate of Science in Engineering Fundamentals is for aspiring engineering students who want world-class educational opportunities that meet their needs in new and innovative ways. The Associate of Science in Engineering Fundamentals is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria with no applicable program criteria.

Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

  • Have an ability to identify, formulate, and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics to areas relevant to the discipline.
  • Have an ability to communicate effectively.
  • Have an ability to conduct experiments or test theories and analyze and interpret data.
  • Have an ability to apply appropriate dimensional units.
  • Have an ability to function effectively on teams.
  • Have an ability to demonstrate the knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities.

Worldwide Program Requirements 

General Education Requirements19
Core Requirements44
Total Credits63

Program Details

The Associate of Science in Engineering Fundamentals requires successful completion of a minimum of 63 credit hours. Students enrolled in the Worldwide Undergraduate Online program may complete the degree in 10 terms, or approximately two years, assuming full-time enrollment and continuous progress. Students pursuing this undergraduate degree must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00 for all work completed at the University. The courses required to earn this degree are listed below.

Students should be aware that many courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites. Students are responsible for ensuring that all prerequisite and degree requirements are satisfied prior to enrollment in advanced coursework. The suggested plan of study is provided as a guide. A student's actual plan of study may vary based on term of admission, course availability, transfer credit, and other academic considerations. Students should consult with their academic advisor to develop an individualized plan of study.

General Education Requirements

Communication9
English Composition
Speech
Technical Communication
Humanities - Lower Level3
Humanities (HUMN) 140 Series
Social Sciences - Lower Level3
Engineering Economics
Mathematics4
Calculus and Analytical Geometry I
Total Credits19

Core Requirements

ENGR 101WIntroduction to Engineering3
ENGR 115Introduction to Computing for Engineers3
ENGR 120Graphical Communications3
ESCI 201Statics3
ESCI 202Solid Mechanics3
ESCI 204Dynamics3
ESCI 206Fluid Mechanics3
MATH 242Calculus and Analytical Geometry II4
MATH 243Calculus and Analytical Geometry III4
MATH 345Differential Equations and Matrix Methods4
PHYS 150Physics with Calculus I3
PHYS 160Physics with Calculus II3
PHYS 250Physics with Calculus III3
PHYS 250WPhysics with Calculus III Laboratory2
Total Credits44

Suggested Plan of Study

Year One

Term 1
RequirementsCredits
ENGR 101W - Introduction to Engineering3
COMM 122 - English Composition3
Semester Hours6
Term 2
RequirementsCredits
MATH 241 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry I4
ENGR 115 - Introduction to Computing for Engineers3
Humanities - Lower Level3
Semester Hours10
Term 3
RequirementsCredits
MATH 242 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry II4
PHYS 150 - Physics with Calculus I3
Semester Hours7
Term 4
RequirementsCredits
PHYS 160 - Physics with Calculus II3
COMM 219 - Speech3
ECON 225 - Engineering Economics3
Semester Hours9

Total Credits

Total Hours for All Requirements: 32

Year Two

Term 1
RequirementsCredits
ESCI 201 - Statics3
MATH 243 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry III4
COMM 221 - Technical Communication3
Semester Hours10
Term 2
RequirementsCredits
ENGR 120 - Graphical Communications3
ESCI 202 - Solid Mechanics3
ESCI 204 - Dynamics3
Semester Hours9
Term 3
RequirementsCredits
ESCI 206 - Fluid Mechanics3
MATH 345 - Differential Equations and Matrix Methods4
Semester Hours7
Term 4
RequirementsCredits
PHYS 250 - Physics with Calculus III3
PHYS 250W - Physics with Calculus III Laboratory2
Semester Hours5

Total Credits

Total Hours for All Requirements: 31

Estimated Cost of Attendance 

Estimated Cost of Attendance: California Student Information