Associate in Science, Emphasis in Engineering
The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Engineering provides the majority of the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. With a bachelor's degree students may pursue a career as an engineer in a number of areas including but not limited to aerospace engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer systems engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, and mining engineering.
Details
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students who aim to transfer to a 4-year degree program should be aware that many universities have certain GPA requirements (often a minimum 2.75 or 3.00 GPA). Students should check with the program they would like to transfer to, before initiating pursuit of their intended degree program.
This emphasis is intended to align with the degree requirements for the following transfer partners:
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Aerospace Engineering (Aeronautics), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Aerospace Engineering (Astronautics), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Aerospace Engineering (Autonomous Vehicle Systems), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Biomedical Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Chemical Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Civil Engineering (Sustainable Engineering), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Civil Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Computer Systems Engineering (Cybersecurity), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Computer Systems Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Construction Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Electrical Engineering (Electric Power and Energy Systems), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Electrical Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Engineering (Automotive Systems), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Engineering (Electrical Systems), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Systems), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Engineering (Robotics), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Industrial Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Manufacturing Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Materials Science and Engineering, BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Mechanical Engineering (Computational Mechanics), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Mechanical Engineering (Energy and Environment), BSE
ASU (Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering), Mechanical Engineering, BSE
NAU, Civil Engineering, BS
NAU, Computer Engineering, BS
NAU, Electrical Engineering, BS
NAU, Mechanical Engineering, BS
U of A, Aerospace Engineering, BS
U of A, Biomedical Engineering, BS
U of A, Chemical Engineering, BS
U of A, Civil Engineering, BS
U of A, Electrical and Computer Engineering, BS
U of A, Industrial Engineering, BS
U of A, Mechanical Engineering, BS
U of A, Mining and Geological Engineering, BS
Refer to the MCCCD University Transfer Partner website for more information: ASU , NAU , U of A .
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
- Apply principles of engineering, science, and mathematics to model and solve an engineering problem.
- Utilize the engineering design process to produce solutions that meet technical specifications and societal needs (e.g. public health, sustainability, and environmental).
- Apply visual and spatial reasoning to solve engineering problems.
- Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation and testing, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- Demonstrate ability to think globally, inclusively, equitably, and sustainably in engineering and societal contexts.
- Demonstrate effective collaboration and participation on a diverse and inclusive engineering team to establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- Use effective written, visual, and oral strategies to communicate to a range of audiences.
- Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and the implications for society at large.
- Demonstrate creativity, curiosity, and adaptability in a variety of contexts.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Awareness Areas |
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Term 1
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE102 | Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
MAT220 or MAT221 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry I or Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | Critical course | MA or MA | 4–5 | |
COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | satisfies COM and SB requirements simultaneously | SB or SB or SB | 3 | |
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Cultural Diversity in the US [C] designation and a (Historical [H] designation or Global [G] )designation. | HU, C, (H or G) | 3 | |
FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE103 | Engineering Problem Solving and Design | Critical course | 2 | ||
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
MAT230 or MAT231 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry II or Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | MA or MA | 4–5 | ||
PHY121 | University Physics I: Mechanics | SQ | 4 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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MAT240 or MAT241 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry III or Calculus with Analytic Geometry III | MA or MA | 4–5 | ||
PHY131 | University Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism | SQ | 4 | ||
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] designation. | HU, L | 3 | |
L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] designation. | L, HU | 0–3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | Recommend ECN211 or ECN212 for students intending to transfer to ASU for Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. | SB | 3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
General Electives
Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with a faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals.
Recommended for students seeking a project-based learning experience
(EPICS is Engineering Projects in Community Service. Students who complete ECE104 may continue the EPICS sequence at ASU.)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE104 or ECE294++ or ECE298++ |
EPICS Gold I or Special Topics in Engineering or Special Projects |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Awareness Areas |
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Term 1
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE102 | Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
MAT220 or MAT221 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry I or Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | Critical course | MA or MA | 4–5 | |
FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE103 | Engineering Problem Solving and Design | Critical course | 2 | ||
MAT230 or MAT231 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry II or Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | MA or MA | 4–5 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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PHY121 | University Physics I: Mechanics | SQ | 4 | ||
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Cultural Diversity in the US [C] designation and a (Historical [H] designation or Global [G]) designation. | HU, C, (H or G) | 3 |
Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | Recommend ECN211 or ECN212 for students intending to transfer to ASU for Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. | SB | 3 |
Term 5
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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MAT240 or MAT241 |
Calculus with Analytic Geometry III or Calculus with Analytic Geometry III | MA or MA | 4–5 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 | |||
PHY131 | University Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism | SQ | 4 |
Term 6
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 | |
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 7
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | satisfies COM and SB requirements simultaneously | SB or SB or SB | 3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 8
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry and Humanities, Arts & Design | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] designation. | L, HU | 0–3 | |
HU | Humanities, Arts & Design and Literacy & Critical Inquiry | Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area with a Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] designation. | HU, L | 3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 9
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
Term 10
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3–6 |
General Electives
Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with a faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals.
Recommended for students seeking a project-based learning experience
(EPICS is Engineering Projects in Community Service. Students who complete ECE104 may continue the EPICS sequence at ASU.)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ECE104 | EPICS Gold I | 2 | |||
ECE294++ | Special Topics in Engineering | 1–4 | |||
ECE298++ | Special Projects | 1–3 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=16456304).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.