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Graduates of Whatcom Community College’s pre-engineering program may transfer with junior-level status to nearly any engineering major at universities in Washington and elsewhere. In addition to offering prerequisite coursework in science, math and engineering fundamentals, Whatcom’s robust and innovative first-year engineering curriculum uses proven strategies to support student success in a challenging curriculum.

Whatcom offers four Associate in Science - Transfer (AS-T) degree pathways. The requirements for each degree are customized based on transfer goals and ensure preparation for junior-ready transfer in a specific engineering major.

 

AS-T MRP in Bio/Chemical Engineering (99-101 credits)

AS-T MRP in Computer/Electrical Engineering (105-107 credits)

AS-T MRP in Mechanical/Civil/Aeronautical/Environmental/Industrial/Materials Science Engineering (109-112 credits)

AS-T in General Transfer Engineering (min 90 credits) suitable for transfer preparation for a university engineering program that does not align well with one of the above three major-ready pathways (MRPs)

Whatcom’s project-based learning experience helps students connect theoretical knowledge and engineering application. This hands-on approach begins immediately with first-year curriculum that teaches technical skills in robotics programming, computer graphics, and design processes while exploring the roles of math, science and teamwork in engineering. Students refine their skills with design projects integrated in traditional sophomore-level coursework focused on engineering theory.  Active student clubs and research opportunities allow students to apply their learning outside of the classroom and further build qualifications for scholarships, internships and transfer.

Students can enter the engineering transfer program during any quarter and can complete courses on a full-time or part-time basis. Preparation for MATH& 141: Precalculus 1 (by placement test or by completing MATH 99) is required to enroll in ENGR 101: Introduction to Engineering.