Engineering

Associate of Engineering Science (AES) Degree

Modes of Instruction

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Engineering is the application of scientific and mathematical principles to solve problems. Engineers invent new systems and improve existing systems while also considering practical limitations such as cost, schedule, and safety.

Kaskaskia College's Associate of Engineering Science Degree (AES) provides students with the first two years of study toward a bachelor of science degree in engineering at a four-year college or university. Students take fundamental courses common to most engineering disciplines and continue their studies in specialized areas after transferring. Kaskaskia College has 2+2 transfer agreements in place with several surrounding universities in the region.

Kaskaskia College's Engineering Program has a history of success. Many of our students are awarded engineering scholarships at their transfer universities, assume leadership roles in student organizations, and obtain lucrative careers within their engineering discipline after graduation.

Prospective students interested in engineering science should possess the following:

A high school diploma or high school equivalency
A strong background and interest in math and science

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Program Details

ENGR_0500_DEGR

Curriculum

First Semester
CHEM-111	Chemistry I (Inorganic Chemistry)	5.00
ENGL-101	English Composition	3.00
MATH-166	Calculus and Analytical Geometry I	5.00
GEDR-103	General Engineering Drawing	3.00
ELECTIVE	Humanities	3.00
		19.00

Second Semester
MATH-267	Calculus and Analytical Geometry II	4.00
PHYS-201	University Physics I	5.00
ENGL-102	English Composition	3.00
PSCI-203	Statics	3.00
		15.00

Third Semester
PHYS-202	University Physics II	5.00
MATH-268	Calculus and Analytical Geometry III	4.00
MATH-210	Computer Programming for Engineers	3.00
PSCI-204	Dynamics	3.00
ELECTIVE	Social & Behavior Sciences	3.00
		18.00

Fourth Semester
MATH-269	Differential Equations	3.00
ELECTIVE	Social & Behavior Sciences	3.00
SPCH-103	Fundamentals of Speech	3.00
PHLE-120	Ethics	OR
PHLE-201	Professional Ethics for Engineers	3.00
		12.00

RECOMMENDED ENGINEERING SPECIALTY COURSES PSCI 205 Mechanics of Materials, 3 credit hours PHYS 210 Electrical Circuit Analysis, 3 credit hours *Students should give careful consideration to the requirements of their prospective transfer school/engineering field when selecting their electives. For example, SIUE requires ECON 205 and ANTH 101 as social science electives and PHLE 110 as a humanities elective. It is recommended that students meet with the engineering program coordinator prior to registration to discuss specific requirements.

A core curriculum has been developed in cooperation with the engineering divisions at the following transfer institutions:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE)

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC)

University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign)

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Greenville University
Students can pursue any of the following degrees at a transfer university:
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering (specializing in hardware or software)
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Options are also available for students to pursue other specialty branches of engineering such as aeronautical, chemical, petroleum, etc.
Engineering is among the highest-paying professions, with median salaries often exceeding $100,000 per year. A person with an engineering degree can work in a variety of industry sectors, such as:
- Agriculture
- Construction
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Technology