Bio/Chemical Engineering - Ass - Seattle Central

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Start Date

Medium of studying

Duration

Program Facts

Program Details

Degree

Diploma

Major

Chemical Engineering | Biomedical Engineering

Area of study

Engineering

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

The Bio/Chemical Engineering Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 2 program at Seattle Central College prepares students for transfer to a four-year engineering or related field. Graduates are eligible for a variety of engineering-related careers, including bioprocess, biotechnology, and plant design and operation.

Program Outline

Bio/Chemical Engineering - Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 2 (PHST2AS)

Degree Overview:

This Associate of Science - Track 2 degree focuses on Engineering, offering students the opportunity to study the application of mathematics, science, and practical experience to invent, innovate, design, build, maintain, research, and improve products that impact people's lives. The program emphasizes practical applications across many fields, with courses in natural sciences, computer science, math, engineering, and more. Completion of this program prepares students for transfer at the junior level to an engineering or related field of study at a four-year college or university. It also opens doors to a wide variety of engineering-related careers.

Outline:

Estimated Length of Completion:

Full-time: 8 quarters (3 years)
90-99 units

Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List for 90-99 Units:

Quarter 1:
Units:
To-Do List:
Attend New Student Orientation
Explore careers and majors: workshops, counseling and Career Exploration Center
Transfer previous college credits to Central if applicable
Take the Math and English placement if needed
Courses:
ENGL&101: English Composition I (5 units)
MATH&151: Calculus I (5 units)
ENGR110: Engineering Orientation (2 units)
CHEM&161: General Chemistry with Lab I (6 units)
Quarter 2:
Units:
To-Do List:
Research and develop a list of four-year colleges and universities
Attend transfer workshops and a transfer fair
Courses:
CHEM&162: General Chemistry with Lab II (6 units)
MATH&152: Calculus II (5 units)
Quarter 3:
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Attend the University of Washington Undergraduate Research Symposium
Courses:
MATH&163: Calculus 3 (5 units)
CHEM&163: General Chemistry with Lab III (6 units)
PHYS&222: Engineering Physics II with Lab (5 units)
Quarter 4:
Research and contact Engineering departments at potential universities
Attend transfer workshops and a transfer fair
Courses:
CSC110: Introduction to Computer Programming (5 units)
ENGL&102: Composition II (5 units)
Quarter 5:
Units:
To-Do List:
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships
Courses:
PHYS&223: Engineering Physics III with Lab (5 units)
MATH238: Differential Equations (5 units)
CHEM&241: Organic Chemistry I (4 units)
Quarter 6:
Courses:
BIOL&211 or CHEM&242 (variable units)
Individuals/Cultures/Societies course (5 units)
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts course (5 units)
Quarter 7:
Look for summer internships such as Research Experience for Undergraduates (REUs)
Courses:
ENGR240: Introduction to Numerical Methods (5 units)
BIOL&212 or MATH220 (5 units)
Quarter 8:
Units:
To-Do List:
Order cap and gown for commencement and join Seattle Central Alumni Association
Attend graduation fair and commencement ceremony
Courses:
BIOL&213: Majors Plant with Lab (5 units)

Careers:

Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of careers, including:

Bio Engineering
Biomedical
Biochemical
Biological Systems
Bioprocess
Biotechnology
Biomechanical
Environmental Health
Chemical Engineering
Plant Design and Operation
Safety and Hazard Assessment
Process Design
Modeling/Control
Chemical Reaction
Nuclear Engineer
Biological Engineer
Students should consider Student Leadership positions and other on-campus jobs to gain experience and build skills.
Meeting with the Transfer Center advisor is crucial to determine transfer eligibility and create a transfer plan.
Visiting potential universities and attending transfer events and workshops is advised to facilitate the transfer process.
Planning to participate in transfer student events at prospective universities is recommended.
Checking in with the Biology and/or Chemistry faculty is beneficial for exploring career options and academic opportunities.
Summer internships, such as Research Experience for Undergraduates (REUs), are excellent opportunities to gain research experience.
Ordering cap and gown for commencement and joining the Seattle Central Alumni Association are recommended.