Mar 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Catalog 
  
2023-2024 Catalog

Engineering with Areas of Concentration, AS


Award: Associate of Science

Degree Code: CNEE (Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil Engineering Concentration) - 65 Credits

Degree Code: CNEC (Chemical Engineering Concentration) - 64 Credits

Degree Code: CNEO (Computer Engineering Concentration) - 63 Credits

Degree Code: CNES (Engineering Science Concentration) - 64 Credits

Program Description

The Associate of Science Engineering Program offers a selection of engineering and other science courses for students wishing to pursue a program of study in engineering with concentrations in aerospace, chemical, civil, computer, mechanical, and engineering science. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students who plan to transfer to a college or a university that grants a baccalaureate degree in engineering.

Transfer Information

Cecil College has the following transfer agreements:  https://www.cecil.edu/student-resources/advising-transfer/transfer-agreements.  Additionally, transfer information is available at the ARTSYS website (The Articulation System of Maryland). Contact your advisor for detailed information.

Career Opportunities


Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering


Aerospace engineer, design engineer, test engineer in government, communications, and space industries.

Chemical Engineering


Design engineer, process engineer, research and development in consumer products, and chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

Computer Engineering


Software developer, programmer, software engineer, and applications engineer.

Engineering Science


Engineering and science, engineering mathematics, environmental engineering and policy, transportation engineering, technical communications, medicine, business, government service, and the legal profession.

Required Courses


General Education and Program Requirement Electives - Select 9 Credits


Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.

  • ARTS/HUM - Arts and Humanities Electives (H) - 3 Credits1
  • SOC SCI - Social Science Electives (SS) - 6 Credits 3

Areas of Concentration


Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering Concentration


Chemical Engineering Concentration


Computer Engineering Concentration


Engineering Science Concentration


Concentration Electives - Select 12 Credits


Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.

  • ELECT - Engineering/Computer Science/Math/Science/Business Electives - 12 Credits (Must include courses from at least two different disciplines)

Recommended Sequence


The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program as a full-time student. Developmental and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Students should consult their degree audit at MyCecil or an academic advisor for individual degree planning.

Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering Concentration


Chemical Engineering Concentration


Computer Engineering Concentration


Engineering Science Concentration


Fall I (16 Credits)


Fall II (16 Credits)


Spring II (15 Credits)


Program Learning Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, students will meet the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and be able to: 

  • Apply the engineering design process including the design, completion, analysis and data interpretation
  • Function on multidisciplinary teams
  • Identify the professional and ethical responsibilities of engineers
  • Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
    engineering practice
  • Communicate in an effective and professional manner both verbally and in writing

Additional Outcomes - Area of Concentration in Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering


Upon successful completion of this concentration, students will also be able to:

  • Describe the kinetics concerning force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum for a particle and a rigid body
  • Apply the rules of equilibrium of a particle and a rigid body the application of force vectors
  • Discuss the basic concepts of thermodynamics
  • Explain the various mechanical properties of materials

Additional Outcomes - Area of Concentration in Chemical Engineering


Upon successful completion of this concentration, students will also be able to:

  • Define and differentiate between the principles of chemical kinetics and equilibrium
  • Explain the processes of the bonding, structure, preparations, and reactions of organic compounds

Additional Outcomes - Area of Concentration in Computer Engineering


Upon successful completion of this concentration, students will also be able to:

  • Describe the elements and processes of programming problem solving 
  • Analyze the uses of selection and repetition structures
  • Construct one and two dimensional arrays
  • Analyze and design synchronous sequential circuits

Note


1 Selection may not include EGL designation.

2 Students placed in MAT 201  or higher math may replace MAT 191  with MAT, PHY, PHE, CSC, or CHM elective(s); students must satisfy the four credit requirement.

3 Courses must be from two different disciplines.