Engineering - ENGR
AVC Engineering offers transfer-focused pathways for students planning to continue into university engineering programs, along with hands-on noncredit options in applied technologies.
Students can build a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, programming, design, and engineering problem-solving while exploring specialized areas such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, robotics, microcontrollers, and 3D printing.
Credit Programs
Engineering Fundamentals Certificate
23-26 units
A strong starting point in engineering fundamentals, designed to support transfer preparation, internships, and further study in engineering.
Mechanical Engineering A.S.
63 units
Transfer-oriented preparation in mechanics, engineering graphics, programming, statics, materials, mathematics, and physics.
Electrical Engineering A.S.
60 units
Preparation for upper-division electrical engineering study with coursework in calculus, physics, programming, circuits, and related engineering foundations.
Computer Engineering A.S.
64 units
A transfer-focused pathway that combines mathematics, physics, programming, circuit analysis, discrete structures, and computational problem-solving.
Noncredit Programs
Practical 3D Printing Certificate of Completion
108 hours
Project-based training in additive manufacturing and advanced 3D printing techniques.
Practical Robotics Certificate of Completion
108 hours
Hands-on study in robotics systems, programming, sensing, motion, and application-based problem solving.
Practical Microcontrollers Certificate of Completion
108 hours
Applied study in microcontroller components, programming, automation, sensor integration, and embedded systems concepts.
Courses You May Take
Credit Courses
- ENGR 110 - Introduction to Engineering
- ENGR 125 - Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB
- ENGR 130 - Materials Science
- ENGR 140 - Engineering 3D Graphics
- ENGR 185 - Digital Logic and Design
- ENGR 210 - Statics
- ENGR 230 - Circuit Analysis
Noncredit Courses
- ENGR 900 - Introduction to 3D Printing
- ENGR 905 - Introduction to Robotics
- ENGR 910 - Introduction to Microcontrollers
- ENGR 911 - Excel for Science and Engineering
- ENGR 950 - Applications of 3D Printing
- ENGR 955 - Applications of Robotics
- ENGR 960 - Applications of Microcontrollers
What You Will Learn
Students in AVC Engineering develop skills in engineering analysis, technical problem-solving, programming, design, and laboratory-based learning. Depending on the pathway selected, students may study subjects such as statics, circuit analysis, digital logic, engineering graphics, materials science, robotics, 3D printing, and microcontrollers.
The program is designed both for students planning to transfer into university engineering majors and for students seeking practical, hands-on experience in applied engineering technologies.
Plan Your Path
AVC Engineering includes both transfer-focused credit study and applied noncredit options, so students should choose a path that matches their goals.
Students are encouraged to review program requirements carefully and meet with a counselor to map an appropriate course sequence.
Contact
Math, Science and Engineering Division
(661) 722-6300, ext. 6415