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Engineering Science - AS

Engineering Science - AS

If you’re interested in being an engineer or learning more about engineering but want more options, our two-year program in engineering science will get you started on the road to becoming an engineer. And you'll get options.

WHY STUDY ENGINEERING SCIENCE?

Once you complete the two-year program, you’ll have some options. You can relocate to the School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh and complete a four-year degree in engineering

Relocate to another engineering school and finish a four-year engineering degree

Continue your studies on our campus and get a bachelor's degree in another program

Apply what you’ve learned and get a job

Use your two-year degree to enhance and advance your career if you already have a job.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

You'll take engineering courses. You'll also take courses in chemistry, calculus, physics and English composition.

Student with engineering tools

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN ENGINEERING SCIENCE?

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a career in many areas.

Employers:

  • Corporations
  • Industry
  • Design firms
  • Government
  • Research firms
  • Manufacturing firms
  • Colleges of universities

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