Engineering Science Transfer (EST)
2020-2021
Type: Transfer, Degree (AS)
Special admissions requirement
Division: STEM and Education
The Engineering Science Program provides the first two years of an engineering education leading to a baccalaureate degree. The program combines general education with instruction in mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering, and computer science. This program prepares students for transfer into the junior year of a four-year engineering curriculum. The program's curriculum provides flexibility, enabling a student to specialize in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical, nuclear or plastics engineering.
Students should consult with an advisor from the engineering faculty and the college to which they expect to transfer regarding specific transfer requirements.
Graduates of the Engineering Science Program have transferred into engineering programs at a variety of colleges and universities which include: Boston University, Clarkson University, Cornell University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Franklin Institute of Technology, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Merrimack College, Northeastern University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Massachusetts at Amherst and Lowell, Wentworth Institute of Technology and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Students must place into MAT251 Calculus 1 and CMP101 Composition 1 in order to enroll in the Engineering Science Transfer program. Students not meeting the admissions requirements are encouraged to consider the
Pre-engineering Associate of Arts Degree program, which prepares students for the Engineering Science Program. This program requires specific prerequisites outlined in the full program description.
If you have questions related to program admissions or applications, please contact info@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.
If you have program advising related questions, please contact engineering@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4048.
First Year
Fall
| CHE103 | General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| CMP101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| EGS102 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| MAT251 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| PHY201 | Physics 1: Mechanics | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
Spring
CMP102-150
| Composition 2 Elective | 3 |
| CPS101 | Computer Science 1 (Java 1) | 4 |
| MAT252 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| PHY222 | Physical Properties of Matter | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Year
Fall
| MAT301 | Calculus 3 | 4 |
| PHY203 | Physics 2: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 |
EGS-ELECTIVE
| Engineering Elective | 3 |
EGS-ELECTIVE
| Engineering Elective | 3 |
| | |
HUM-ELECTIVE
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| OR | |
SS-ELECTIVE
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Spring
EGS-ELECTIVE
| Engineering Elective | 3 |
EGS-ELECTIVE
| Engineering Elective | 3 |
| | |
HUM-ELECTIVE
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| OR | |
SS-ELECTIVE
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| | |
EGS-ELECTIVE
| Engineering Elective | 3 |
| MAT302 | Differential Equations | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Requirement Notes
Engineering Electives are: CAD105, CAD107, CHE201, CHE202, CPS102, CPS224, EGS201, EGS202, EGS204, EGS206, EGS211, EGS212, EGS214, EGS216, GEO114, MAT210, or PHY302.
Program Note
Communication and Mathematics proficiency required to graduate.
See guided pathway sheets for advising information specific to your area of focus.
Total Credit Hours: 66
Program Student Learner Outcomes
- Solve engineering problems using a problem solving process, advanced mathematics and engineering principles.
- Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
- Analyze data using mathematics, and computer tools such as MATLAB, Excel and/or Google Sheets.
Occupational Skills Required
- Knowledge of programming languages and ability to program in at least one programming language.
- Knowledge of and ability to use lab equipment
- Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
- Apply active listening skills to contribute to work in team environment.
Most Common Linked Occupation Title – All Education Levels
Average Annual Growth (10-Year Projection)
• Boston MSA – 7.0% - 9.0%
• Boston MSA Average Entry-Level Wages (2016) – $74,000
• Boston MSA Median Wages (2016) – $118,000
Top Transfer Institutions
- University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Northeastern University