Program Details

Associate of Science in Engineering

Associate of Science

New River Community College

The transfer degrees program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective. The AS Engineering degree provides the first two years of a guided pathway for students interested in transferring to a four-year college or university and entering the engineering profession.

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and New River Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights

Program Credit Requirements

Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release.

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:

Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	In determining transfer credit, course work applicable to the program at NRCC will be accepted if the courses were taken at another college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency. Other course work taken at instutions which are appoved by the State Council of Higher Education in Virginia may be considered on an individual basis. At least 25% of the credits for a program must be earned at NRCC.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning	https://catalog.nr.edu/content.php?catoid=36&navoid=2647#credit-for-prior-learning
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: New River Community College

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College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	New River Community College (NRCC) is a comprehensive community college located in the New River Valley of Virginia which includes Giles, Floyd, Montgomery, and Pulaski counties and the city of Radford. NRCC is part of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), a statewide system of community colleges. At NRCC students can prepare for the future with any of the various occupational programs or college transfer courses. With NRCC's wide selection of courses, you can explore your interests, prepare for a career, or increase your job skills. At the same time, at New River you'll find small classes and instructors who care about their students, along with a variety of services to help students, from counseling to career planning. NRCC faculty members are well known not just for their academic background, but also for their capacity to work closely and effectively with students.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	https://www.nr.edu/transfer/vccstransferagreements.php

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Virginia Highlands Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Assoicate of Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Central Virginia Community College	AS in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Danville Community College	Associate of Science in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community College	Associate in Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Associate of Science in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate in Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community College	Engineering, A.S.	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Associate of Science in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community College	Associate of Science in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Science - Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
11-9041.00	Architectural and Engineering Managers	Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.	Management Occupations
11-9041.01	Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers	Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.	Management Occupations
17-2199.03	Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar	Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
25-1032.00	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.	Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
17-2199.00	Engineers, All Other	All engineers not listed separately.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.05	Mechatronics Engineers	Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.06	Microsystems Engineers	Research, design, develop, or test microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.09	Nanosystems Engineers	Design, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.07	Photonics Engineers	Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.08	Robotics Engineers	Research, design, develop, or test robotic applications.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.11	Solar Energy Systems Engineers	Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. Design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-2199.10	Wind Energy Engineers	Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 69 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at New River Community College These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$163	Per Credit	$11,247	$0	$11,247
Fees
Facility Maintenance	$1	Per Credit	$69	0	$69
Student Activity	$1	Per Credit	$69	0	$69

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.

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