Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 2 (PHST2AS)
This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science Track 2 (AS Track 2) degree with a concentration in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into Civil/Environmental Engineering major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a ...
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This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science Track 2 (AS Track 2) degree with a concentration in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into Civil/Environmental Engineering major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors including research and design, business, government, education, and industries.
Students in this pathway develop skills in problem solving, critical thinking, verbal communication, analysis and research, computer and technical literacy, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication and leadership.
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This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science Track 2 (AS Track 2) degree with a concentration in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into Civil/Environmental Engineering major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors including research and design, business, government, education, and industries.
Students in this pathway develop skills in problem solving, critical thinking, verbal communication, analysis and research, computer and technical literacy, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication and leadership.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 2 (PHST2AS)
Full time : 8
90-115
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
F-1 international students must enroll full time (12+ units) each quarter and check in with the International Programs office before the start of the quarter if enrolling in less than 12 units and/or before starting any work or volunteer experience.
Visit potential transfer universities and meeting Engineering transfer advisors.
If you need academic accommodations for a documented disability, please contact Disability Services.
Step 1: Apply and register
at North Seattle College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule
and go to the
academic calendar
for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor to
create a personalized educational plan
by the end of your second quarter. Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements,
and transfer preparation if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-115 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall quarter start,
but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Courses are offered in
various formats
and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
Click
to see details
Quarter 1
To-Do List
17
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor in Starfish to meet and discuss your goals. Learn more about Starfish here.
Come to the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects.
Visit the Student Learning Center to learn about tutoring services offered in-person and online.
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers. Prereq: Eligibility for ENGL&101.
Course ID 0766505 Units
MATH&151
Calculus I
5 units
MATH&151 5 units
MATH& 151:
Calculus I
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series (including Taylor series), vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates, and applications.
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming academic year in Winter or Spring quarter to maximize your funding options.
Research and develop a list of four-year colleges and universities.
If interested in UW Environmental Engineering, contact department to identify an appropriate biology course.
CHEM&161
General Chem W/Lab I
6 units
CHEM&161 6 units
CHEM& 161:
General Chemistry With Lab I
The first in a 3-quarter sequence introducing basic chemistry concepts such as: structure & bonding, chemical reactivity, measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, acid/base, kinetics, equilibrium and other chemical concepts. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science & engineering majors. Lab included.
Course ID 0771156 Units
MATH&152
Calculus II
5 units
MATH&152 5 units
MATH& 152:
Calculus II
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series (including Taylor series), vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates, and applications.
Course ID 0773385 Units
PHYS&221
Engineering Physics I
5 units
PHYS&221 5 units
PHYS& 221:
Engineering Physics I
Development of the basic principles of classical mechanics--kinematics, Newton's laws and the conservation laws using calculus. Lab included.
Attend "Making Learning and Teaching Visible" campus event every spring.
Apply for Summer financial aid.
CHEM&162
General Chem W/Lab II
6 units
CHEM&162 6 units
CHEM& 162:
General Chemistry with Lab II
The second in a 3-quarter sequence introducing basic chemistry concepts such as: structure & bonding, chemical reactivity, measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, acid/base, kinetics, equilibrium and other chemical concepts. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science & engineering majors. Lab included.
Course ID 0771166 Units
MATH&163
Calculus 3
5 units
MATH&163 5 units
MATH& 163:
Calculus 3
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series (including Taylor series), vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates, and applications.
Course ID 0773405 Units
PHYS&222
Engineering Physics II
5 units
PHYS&222 5 units
PHYS& 222:
Engineering Physics II
Covers Maxwell's classical laws of electricity and magnetism which developed from the study of the Laws of Coulomb, Ampere, Gauss and Faraday. Lab included.
Attend transfer events at North and universities of interest.
MATH220 or MATH238
Choose a course
5 units
MATH220 or MATH238 5 units
Choose a course
MATH 220:
Linear Algebra
Intro to linear algebra and its implications. Includes systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalue problems, and similarity transformations.
Course ID 0773185 Units
MATH 238:
Differential Equations
Covers first order differential equations, second order differential equations, their applications, and Laplace transforms. Covers the elementary theory of differential equations and the interrelationship between pure mathematics and applied mathematics.
Course ID 0773205 Units
PHYS&223
Engineering Physics III
5 units
PHYS&223 5 units
PHYS& 223:
Engineering Physics III
Introduction to waves and oscillations and the study of sound, geometric and physical optics. Covers the dualistic particle-wave nature of microscopic phenomena as an intro to modern physics. Lab included.
Contact Engineering department at potential universities.
Write your personal statement for university applications.
CSC110
Intro to Cmptr Progming
5 units
CSC110 5 units
CSC 110:
Introduction to Computer Programming
An overview of computer program design and problem solving with a focus on problem analysis, program development, testing and debugging. Students will use functions, control structures, and data structures to develop a variety of increasingly complex programs to solve scientific and technical problems. Students will learn to document and test their solutions. Programming language may vary.
Intro to linear algebra and its implications. Includes systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalue problems, and similarity transformations.
Course ID 0773185 Units
MATH 238:
Differential Equations
Covers first order differential equations, second order differential equations, their applications, and Laplace transforms. Covers the elementary theory of differential equations and the interrelationship between pure mathematics and applied mathematics.
Course ID 0773205 Units
Quarter 6
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming academic year in Winter or Spring quarter to maximize your funding options.
Apply to universities and colleges and scholarships.
Explore possible Engineering internships.
ENGR&215
Dynamics
5 units
ENGR&215 5 units
ENGR& 215:
Dynamics
An in-depth treatment of the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies using vector analysis. Topics include kinematics, kinetics, momentum, and energy principles for both particles and rigid bodies. A required course for numerous engineering programs. Transfer class.
Course ID 0771705 Units
ENGR240 or CSC142
Choose a course
5 units
ENGR240 or CSC142 5 units
Choose a course
ENGR 240:
Introduction to Numerical Methods
If interested in UW Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering, take ENGR240
Covers numerical solutions to engineering problems using modern scientific computing tools. Includes intro to MATLAB programming, matrix algebra, finding roots, curve-fitting, integration, differential equations.
Course ID 0771605 Units
CSC 142:
Computer Programming I
General principles of modern programming, including how to design, implement, document, test and debug computer programs, using the Java programming language. Topics include objects, messages, expressions, statements, methods, classes, conditionals, iteration, arrays, and collections. Computer fee. Transfer class.
Course ID 0771345 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Order cap and gown for commencement and join alumni association.
Attend on-campus graduation fair and commencement ceremony.
Apply for Summer financial aid if needed.
ENGR&224
Thermodynamics
5 units
ENGR&224 5 units
ENGR& 224:
Thermodynamics
Introduces the basic principles of thermodynamics. Covers energy transformations, work and heat, ideal and real gases, first and second laws of thermodynamics, and applications to engineering systems.
Course ID 0771715 Units
ENGR&225
Mechanics of Materials
5 units
ENGR&225 5 units
ENGR& 225:
Mechanics of Materials
Covers basic relationships between axial, torsional, bending, and shear loads acting on solid elements such as rods, shafts, columns, and beams and their allowable stress, strains and deformations(axial deformation, angle of twist, and deflection). Mohr's circle of stress.
Check with your university requirements and take ENGL&235 if needed.
Explores basic formats and content of technical communication. Covers writing process; analysis of purpose and audience for various reports and documents; research, documentation, presentation of technical material; and communication in digital media. Projects include writing and editing, digital communication, and collaboration.
Course ID 0766625 Units
CHEM&163
General Chem W/Lab III
6 units
CHEM&163 6 units
CHEM& 163:
General Chemistry With Lab III
Take CHEM&163 if interested in UW Environmental Engineering.
The third in a 3-quarter sequence introducing basic chemistry concepts such as: structure & bonding, chemical reactivity, measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, acid/base, kinetics, equilibrium and other chemical concepts. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science & engineering majors. Lab included.
Course ID 0771176 Units
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Tuition and Funding
It's time to apply for Financial Aid for next year by completing either the
FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
North's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A Civil and Environmental Engineering pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Construction Management
Geotechnical
Public Work
Researcher
Structural
Transportation
Water Resources
Hydrologist
Environmental
Urban Planning
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit https://www.bls.gov/oes/.
Future Education Opportunities
Once you complete this associates degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
North Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including the University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from North have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college-to-college. Contact a North advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
