Overview
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Two year program
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Academic Transfer degree
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Leads to Bachelor of Science(BS)
at a four-year college/university
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Full program offered at:
LSC-CyFair, LSC-Houston North, LSC-Kingwood, LSC-North Harris LSC-Montgomery, LSC-Tomball, LSC-University Park, and LSC-Online
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Transfer Options
Credits earned at Lone Star College transfer to any public college or university in Texas. Start smart with 2+2 (2 years at LSC and 2 years at the University of your choice) and get the first two years of your Bachelor's degree without the high-cost. Students save an average of $16,000 over two years.
Before you make your decision, be sure to:
- Meet with an advisor to choose the right degree plan
- Research colleges and universities
- Complete their admissions application on time
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$16,000
Program Pathway
Mechanical Engineering, AS
| Mechanical Engineering, AS Total | 60 | |
| First Semester | 16 | |
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| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGR 1201 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition & Rhetoric I | 3 |
| CHEM [2] Course options listed in the catalog. | 4 | |
| EDUC 1300 | Learning Framework: 1st Year Experience | 3 |
| Electives - Any Academic Transfer Course (ACGM) | ||
| Second Semester | 14 | |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 2425 | University Physics I | 4 |
| ENGR 2304 | Programming for Engineers | 3 |
| CORE | Core - Remaining Core course requirements from any category Course options listed in the catalog. | 3 |
| Third Semester | 17 | |
| MATH 2415 | Calculus III | 4 |
| PHYS 2426 | University Physics II | 4 |
| ENGR 2301 | Engineering Mechanics: Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 1304 | Engineering Graphics I | 3 |
| CORE | Core - Remaining Core course requirements from any category Course options listed in the catalog. | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | 13 | |
| MATH 2320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| ENGR 2302 | Engineering Mechanics:Dynamics | 3 |
| ENGR 2105 | Electric Circuits I | 1 |
| ENGR 2305 | Electric Circuits I | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Elective - Engineering Course options listed in the catalog. Core - Remaining Core course requirements from any categoryCourse options listed in the catalog. | 3 |
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Program Details
- Mechanical Engineering is branch of engineering that applies principles of engineering, force, energy, work, basic science, and mathematics for modeling, analysis, design, and realization of physical systems, components, or processes.
Program Highlights
- Mechanical Engineering students work in labs in teams on mechanical projects exploring many diverse fields from automotive to aerospace. Classes include learning about engines, pumps, turbines, generators, gears, pullies, and other components of machines.
Credentials and Careers
- This two-year, 60 credit hour AS program can be used for entry-level technician careers or used to transfer into four-year colleges or universities. The degree plan includes 18 credit hours of engineering classes, 15 credit hours of math, as well as physics and chemistry classes needed for accredited engineering degrees.
- The curriculum prepares students to work professionally in areas centered around Mechanical Engineering such as Thermal and Mechanical Systems, Aerospace, Automotive, Nano-technology, Robotics, Biotechnology, and Engineering Consulting. Please visit these sites to learn more about careers:
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/home.htm
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineering-technicians.htm
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineers.htm
Transferability
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Courses in this program follow the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual. As such, courses are transferable to many ABET accredited four-year institutions. Students should talk with an adviser and consult transfer guidelines for the four-year institution they are planning to attend.
Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
- Students who are classified as First Time in College (FTIC) will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Students who are not classified as First Time in College (FTIC) and have not yet demonstrated college-level readiness in reading and writing and/or math (depending on selected course), will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Mechanical Engineering is branch of engineering that applies principles of engineering, force, energy, work, basic science, and mathematics for modeling, analysis, design, and realization of physical systems, components, or processes.
Program Highlights
- Mechanical Engineering students work in labs in teams on mechanical projects exploring many diverse fields from automotive to aerospace. Classes include learning about engines, pumps, turbines, generators, gears, pullies, and other components of machines.
Credentials and Careers
- This two-year, 60 credit hour AS program can be used for entry-level technician careers or used to transfer into four-year colleges or universities. The degree plan includes 18 credit hours of engineering classes, 15 credit hours of math, as well as physics and chemistry classes needed for accredited engineering degrees.
- The curriculum prepares students to work professionally in areas centered around Mechanical Engineering such as Thermal and Mechanical Systems, Aerospace, Automotive, Nano-technology, Robotics, Biotechnology, and Engineering Consulting. Please visit these sites to learn more about careers:
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/home.htm
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineering-technicians.htm
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineers.htm
Transferability
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Courses in this program follow the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual. As such, courses are transferable to many ABET accredited four-year institutions. Students should talk with an adviser and consult transfer guidelines for the four-year institution they are planning to attend.
Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
- Apply principles of engineering, science, and mathematics to identify, formulate, and ethically solve engineering problems.
- Use the engineering design process to identify problems, conduct research, perform experiments, analyze data, and develop improved ethical solutions that meet specified needs.
- Apply modes of expression, considering audience and purpose, in written, visual, and oral communication.
- Demonstrate an ability to function effectively on a team that collaboratively establishes goals, plans tasks, and meets objectives.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Mechanical Engineering professions and fields including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, robotics, HVAC, and biotechnology.
Students should visit https://www.abet.org/ when making a decision on a Bachelor program at a 4 year institution.
Traditional engineering programs require students to place into Math 2413 Calculus I or higher. Placement testing is available. Students who do not place into Math 2413 Calculus I will be required to complete prerequisite coursework. Math 2412 can be used to fulfill an elective core requirement if needed.
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