A strong education in basic science is essential in preparing the graduate for a career as an engineer in our increasingly technical world.
Engineers are problem solvers, using methods of applied science to meet the needs of society.
Electrical, mechanical, chemical, civil, and nuclear engineering are common examples of the wide range of fields open to those who are interested in engineering. The curriculum consists of mathematics through differential equations, a year of calculus-based physics, a year of chemistry, and one semester of applied computer applications. These technical courses are complemented by general education courses in English, social studies, and the humanities. This curriculum is consistent with the first two-year requirements at most engineering schools and is designed to enable students to enter engineering programs at the junior level. Additional upper-level courses in engineering are also available as electives.