Engineering students at FVCC benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from instructors. Upon transferring to four-year engineering programs, FVCC graduates are well-prepared for junior-level courses.
FVCC’s Engineering transfer track prepares students to transfer to a variety of engineering programs at Montana State University-Bozeman or Montana Tech of the University of Montana.
Opportunities
- Montana State University-Bozeman offers programs in bio-resources, chemical, civil, computer, construction technology, electrical, industrial, and mechanical engineering.
- Montana Tech of the University of Montana offers programs in engineering science, environmental, general, geological, geophysical, metallurgical, mining, and petroleum engineering.
- Surveying and civil engineering are closely related fields, and FVCC provides an excellent opportunity to begin pursuing both professional licenses at the same time.
- Demand for engineers is projected to grow 7% between 2016 and 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Attributes of Successful Engineers
- Aptitude for high-level math and science
- Enjoy applying math and science to solve technical problems
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Good communication skills
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| CHMY 141 | College Chemistry I |
| M 171 | Calculus I |
| M 172 | Calculus II |
| M 273 | Multivariable Calculus |
| M 274 | Introduction to Differential Equations |
| PHSX 220 | Physics I (with Calculus) |
| PHSX 222 | Physics II (with Calculus) |
FVCC offers the following additional engineering courses. Students should discuss their course choices with their advisor and determine which courses to take based on their transfer school’s program-specific requirements.
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| EGEN 102 | Introduction to Engineering Computer Applications: (MATLAB) |
| EGEN 105 | Introduction to General Engineering |
| EGEN 111 | Engineering Communications: (AutoCAD with Civil 3D) |
| EGEN 201 | Engineering Mechanics: Statics |
| EGEN 202 | Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics |
| EGEN 205 | Mechanics of Materials |
| EMEC 103 | CAE I – Engineering Graphics Communication |
| EMEC 250 | Mechanical Engineering Materials |
| ETME 215 | Manufacturing Processing |
| EELE 201 | Circuits for Engineering |
| EELE 261 | Introduction Logic Circuits |
Transfer Tips:
- Engineering students preparing to transfer should work closely with an advisor to customize a course of study based on their transfer goals.
- Students should become familiar with the curriculum at their transfer school of choice and work with an advisor to choose courses that will support that school’s program requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to check with each transfer school in order to determine specific prerequisite courses and equivalencies.