Associate of Science
About the Program
This Associate of Science (AS) degree is based on a signed articulation agreement with Oregon Tech. The program is designed for students transferring to its baccalaureate degree program in Renewable Energy Engineering. Students must work closely with advisors in their areas of interest to ensure electives are appropriate. The curriculum allows for 64 core credits within the major area. By completing all appropriate credits (including electives), students will fulfill required lower division coursework for transfer to Oregon Tech. Students should be aware that if they transfer before completing this degree, their courses will be evaluated individually toward the transfer requirements of the college of their choice.
Program Learning Outcomes
The curriculum in RCC courses is derived from a set of identified learning outcomes that are relevant to the discipline. Overall program learning outcomes for the Engineering Transfer to Oregon Tech - Renewable Energy are:
Identify the broad context of engineering problems.
Identify the fundamental elements of engineering design.
Employ mathematics, science, and computing techniques in a systematic and rigorous manner to support engineering problems.
Write and solve applicable equations of equilibrium for statically determinate objects.
Define how electrical concepts relate with each other.
Entry Requirements
Students in engineering majors are asked to work closely with the Science Department Chair, ScienceInfo@roguecc.edu, to ensure success in academic planning.
Students are required to complete the Placement Process to determine skill level and readiness in math, reading, and writing. As part of their training program, students must begin with the courses within their skill level as determined through the Placement Process.
Advanced Standing
Coursework from accredited colleges and universities will be accepted in accordance with college registration policies and with a Science Department recommendation. In order to ensure that coursework is current, program courses over 10 years old must be reviewed and approved by the appropriate program coordinator before being accepted toward core requirements. Students must complete coursework in their major at a “C-” or better level before proceeding to advanced coursework. Engineering requires advanced coursework, and may take additional time for an associate’s degree. The preparatory transfer coursework, which can be taken at RCC, may take up to three years.
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete courses with at least a “C-” or better grade and they must have at least a 2.0 program GPA. Certain courses are graded on a pass/no pass basis. A grade of “P” for these courses indicates a student earned the equivalent of a “C-” or better grade. This guide lays out an optimal path to graduate. Where zero credits are listed in the prerequisites, students may place into a higher level(s) based on designated placement. Note: some prerequisites may be required for graduation. Please consult an advisor with any program completion questions.
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