Associate of Science Degree in Engineering
San Mateo, USA
Associate of Science
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 4,512 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for a 12-unit semester | 376 USD per unit | non-inclusive of miscellaneous fees
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Key Summary
About: The Associate of Science degree in Engineering at College of San Mateo (CSM) in San Mateo, California prepares you in engineering principles, problem-solving, mathematics and science. You learn electrical, mechanical and civil fundamentals with labs and transfer to four-year universities. CSM is near San Francisco and offers in-person or online study via Global Online Learning (GOL). CSM reports 74% of students transfer to UC San Diego and other top US universities.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue career opportunities in aerospace, civil, mechanical, electrical and biomedical engineering. Employers include manufacturers, government and consultancies; roles cover design, testing, analysis and production.
Engineering is one of the largest professions in the United States, with over one million jobs in fields ranging from airplane design to pollution control. The three largest branches of engineering are electrical, mechanical, and civil. All branches of engineering place a heavy emphasis on problem-solving and mathematics. Engineering education focuses on teaching scientific and engineering concepts and their application to the creative and effective solution of problems.
In addition to in-person studies, most programs are available through the Global Online Learning (GOL) Program, which allows students to take classes fully online from their home countries.
Major Requirements
Total Required Major Units: 18
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.
Students completing this program will be able to:
- Use math, science, and engineering concepts to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
- Use the techniques and tools of engineering at an elementary level to design a device, program, or process to meet specified requirements.
- Communicate the results of design and analysis orally and through text and graphics.
- Work effectively in teams.
The San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) offer more than 50 institutional scholarships each year, and all enrolled students are eligible to apply. Award amounts range from $300 to $7,000, helping make college more affordable. Students can also apply for external scholarships, such as the $1,000 Study in California Scholarship, to further support their educational journey.
Career opportunities for those who hold a Bachelor’s or advanced degree include engineering positions in aerospace, agricultural, architectural, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial, materials, mechanical, and environmental nuclear fields. Most engineers work for manufacturing industries, while a smaller percentage work for federal, state, and local government agencies or as private consultants. The remainder hold faculty positions at colleges and universities.
Build your English skills while earning credits toward your degree through the IESL Pathway Program at Cañada College. No English proficiency test score is required to apply to IESL.