Electrical Engineering
Associate in Science-Transfer, Track 2
Two-year Degree
90 Units
This pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate in Science-Transfer, Track 2 degree with a concentration in Engineering. Students in this program will study the application of mathematics, science, and practical experience to invent, innovate, design, build, maintain, research, and improve products that impact people’s lives. This program provides options to study engineering applications across many fields, with courses in the natural sciences, computer science, math, engineering and more.
Completion of this program prepares students to transfer at the junior level to an engineering or related field of study at a four-year college or university, as well as opening doors to a wide variety of engineering-related careers.
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Program Information
The Electrical Engineering pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit O*NET OnLine.
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
Once you complete this associates degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including the University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from Seattle Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college-to-college. Contact a Central advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
The Electrical Engineering pathway meets requirements for the Associate in Science degree. A complete list of degree requirements is available on the AS Degree page under Program Requirements.
Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below. The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall quarter start and college placement, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in various formats such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
Before you begin:
- Please visit the Enroll Now page for everything you need to do.
- Review the Academic Calendar for key enrollment dates.
- If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Academic Advising Center.
- Research and apply for grants and scholarships.
Quarter 1, 17 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| MATH& 151 | Calculus I | 5 |
| ENGR 110 | Engineering Orientation | 2 |
| Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts | 5 |
Quarter 2, 16 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM& 161 | General Chemistry W/ Lab I | 6 |
| MATH& 152 | Calculus II | 5 |
| PHYS& 221 | Engineering Physics I W/ Lab | 5 |
Quarter 3, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MATH& 163 | Calculus 3 | 5 |
| ENGL& 102 | Composition II | 5 |
| PHYS& 222 | Engineering Physics II W/ Lab | 5 |
Quarter 4, 10 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 110 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 5 |
| Individuals/Cultures/Societies | 5 |
Quarter 5, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS& 223 | Engineering Physics III W/ Lab | 5 |
| CSC 142 | Computer Programming I | 5 |
| MATH 220 or MATH 224 or MATH 238 | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 6, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 143 | Computer Programming II | 5 |
| MATH 220 or MATH 224 or MATH 238 | Choose a course | 5 |
| ENGL 204 | English Language & Linguistics | 5 |
Quarter 7, 10 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 220 or MATH 224 or MATH 238 | Choose a course | 5 |
| Individuals/Cultures/Societies or Visual, Literary, and Perf Arts | Choose a course | 5 |
Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: PHST2AS
- Sub Plan: AST2_ELEC
- Degree: AS-T_T2
- Plan Transcript Description: Associate in Science-Transfer to Engineering, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 40.0101
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