Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Engineering

Career Studies Certificate
Virginia Western Community College

The Engineering certificate program prepares students to complete the AS - Engineering at Virginia Western.  This program is available only to Dual Enrolled students.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Web Page
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Western Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights https://www.virginiawestern.edu/ie/research/student-goals/
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Engineering
27
Career Studies Certificate in Engineering
27
ENGINEERING CSC
27
SDV 101 - Orientation to Engineering and Mathematics
2
SDV 101 - Engineering & Math
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 167 PreCalculus with Trigonometry
5
MTH 167 PreCALC w/TRIG
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EGR 122
3
EGR122 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 263 CALCULUS I
4
MTH 263 CALCULUS I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EGR 121
2
EGR121 RQ
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EGR125 RQ
3
EGR125 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EGR 240
3
EGR240 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHM111 or MTH 264
4
CHM111 or MTH 264
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHM111 or MTH 264
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Western Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
External Link
Number of Transfer Students
519
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the Virginia Community College System, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 8,500 students in credit courses and more than 1,200 enrollments in accelerated career training and continuing education courses.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
First Year Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate in Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Central Virginia Community CollegeAS in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate in Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
11-9041.00Architectural and Engineering ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.Management Occupations
11-9041.01Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development ManagersDefine, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.Management Occupations
17-2199.03Energy Engineers, Except Wind and SolarDesign, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
25-1032.00Engineering Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
17-2199.00Engineers, All OtherAll engineers not listed separately.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.05Mechatronics EngineersResearch, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.06Microsystems EngineersResearch, design, develop, or test microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.09Nanosystems EngineersDesign, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.07Photonics EngineersDesign technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.08Robotics EngineersResearch, design, develop, or test robotic applications.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.11Solar Energy Systems EngineersPerform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. Design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.10Wind Energy EngineersDesign underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 27 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Engineering at Virginia Western Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $170 Per Credit $4,590 $0 $4,590 Includes Dual Enrollment
Fees
Fees $15 Per Credit $405 0 $405
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.