The programs require the student to complete three years at Oglethorpe University and the final two years at one of these engineering schools. The three years at Oglethorpe include core curriculum courses, General Chemistry I and II, College Physics I and II, Calculus I-III, and a choice of Differential Equations or Linear Algebra. The two years of technical education require the completion of courses in one of the branches of engineering. In this combined plan, the two degrees which are awarded upon the successful completion of the program are the degree of Bachelor of Arts by Oglethorpe University and the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering by the engineering school. Because the required pre-engineering curricula of the five affiliated schools are slightly different, the student is advised to consult frequently with the faculty member serving as dual degree engineering program advisor.
Engineering is a difficult subject.
Students can maximize their chances for success by starting at Oglethorpe where the faculty s primary concern is effective teaching and working closely with students. Classes are small, and laboratories offer the opportunity for hands-on experience with sophisticated equipment. This strong foundation gives the student an excellent preparation for professional school, resulting in more effective learning in advanced engineering courses. As a liberal arts and sciences university, Oglethorpe stresses broad education for intelligent leadership. Here, the student will explore the fundamental fields of knowledge, further his or her understanding of science and mathematics, and refine the abilities to read, write, speak, and reason with clarity.