Tips for Lane Community College engineering transfer students?

I'm looking to pursue engineering and thinking of starting at Lane Community College before transferring. Does anyone have advice on selecting courses or specific pathways to make sure I'll transfer successfully into an engineering program?

Start by reviewing the general education requirements for both Lane Community College and the engineering schools you're interested in. Engineering tends to be a rigorous and specific course of study, so you want to make sure the credits you earn will transfer and keep you on track to graduate on time.

For Lane, the Associate of Science (AS) degree program offers pre-major studies that are designed specifically for students planning to transfer into a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree program in a specific field, such as engineering. These degrees generally require the completion of 90 credit hours and are usually finished in about two years of full-time study. The curriculum typically includes general education courses, as well as some lower-level courses in your field of interest.

Try to select these lower-level courses with your specific engineering discipline in mind (e.g., mechanical, civil, electrical). For instance, if you're interested in majoring in electrical engineering, you may want to take electives like introductory electronics, circuits, or digital systems. Keep in mind, that more math-heavy classes like Calculus are generally required for all engineering fields.

At the same time, reach out to academic advisors at both Lane and potential four-year institutions. They'll provide guidance on courses and transfer requirements. It'll be helpful to eventually align with an advisor at your destination school who can guide your course selection to make sure you're set up for a seamless transition.

You may also want to consider joining clubs or societies related to your field, such as an engineering society. This will not only provide networking opportunities but also additional guidance and resources.

Lastly, keep an eye on application dates and deadlines. You don't want to miss any due to lack of awareness.

Plan, stay organized, and stay on top of your courses. You got this!