The Engineering department at Inver Hills stands out as a wise starting point if you are interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering at the following universities:
- University of Minnesota
- University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD)
- Minnesota State University, Mankato: Mankato and Twin Cities Engineering programs
- St. Cloud State University
- University of St. Thomas
Degrees
Engineering Fundamentals – 60 credits
By earning your Associate of Science in Engineering Fundamentals at Inver Hills, you will be prepared for transfer to a four-year college or university to complete your bachelor’s degree. Your two-year foundation will allow you to select your specialization from a wide range of engineering branches, including:
- Aerospace
- Biomedical
- Chemical
- Civil
- Computer
- Electrical
- Environmental
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical
- Nuclear
The A.S. in Engineering Fundamentals prepares students for transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree in one of the following engineering disciplines: aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, manufacturing, materials mechanical or nuclear. The program covers courses typically offered in freshman and sophomore years of an accredited engineering curriculum in the United States. Students are strongly recommended to keep themselves informed of the rules and requirements related to the major department at the transfer institution (four-year college or university where they plan to transfer).
As an engineering major, you should consult with an Inver Hills academic advisor or counselor when choosing your liberal arts classes.
Coursework Program Planning GuideCore Curriculum – 20 credits
| Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 1133 | Calculus I | 5 cr |
| MATH 1134 | Calculus II | 5 cr |
| MATH 2219 | Multivariable Calculus | 5 cr |
| MATH 2223 | Differential Equations and Linear Algebra | 5 cr |
| Total Credits: | 20 | |
Engineering Specialty Requirement – 10 credits
Choose a minimum of 10 credits from the courses below specific to your intended engineering major:
| Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1100 | Introduction to Engineering I | 2 cr |
| ENGR 1101 | Introduction to Engineering II | 2 cr |
| ENGR 2000 | Thermodynamics | 4 cr |
| ENGR 2020 | Statics | 3 cr |
| ENGR 2024 | Mechanics of Materials | 3 cr |
| ENGR 2025 | Dynamics | 3 cr |
| ENGR 2041 | Linear Circuits I | 4 cr |
| ENGR 2042 | Linear Circuits II | 4 cr |
| ENGR 2043 | Introduction to Digital Circuits and Logic Design | 4 cr |
| ENGR 2250 | Special Topics in Engineering | 1-3 cr |
| CHEM 1062 | Principles of Chemistry II | 5 cr |
| CHEM 2061 | Organic Chemistry I | 5 cr |
| CHEM 2062 | Organic Chemistry II | 5 cr |
| CS 1119 | Programming with C++ | 4 cr |
| Total Credits: | 10 | |
Liberal Arts Curriculum – 30 Credits
| Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1108 | Writing and Research Skills | 4 cr |
| COMM 1100 or
COMM 1110 or COMM 2240 |
Interpersonal Communication or
Public Speaking or Intercultural Communication |
3 cr |
| PHYS 1081 | Calculus Based Physics I | 5 cr |
| PHYS 1082 | Calculus Based Physics II | 5 cr |
| History/Social Science/Behavioral Science | (See Goal 5 of MnTC) | 3 cr |
| Humanities/Fine Arts/Literature | (See Goal 6 of MnTC) | 3 cr |
| Human Diversity/Global Perspective/Ethic and Civic Responsibility/People and the Environment | (Goals 7-10 of MnTC) | 3 cr |
| Liberal Arts Electives | (Restricted to MnTC courses) | 4 cr |
| Total Credits: | 30 | Note: Many engineering majors and programs require CHEM 1061 and ECON 1106. Students may choose these as part of their liberal arts curriculum to strengthen the degree. |
