Associate of Science – Engineering

Overview

The Associate of Science – Engineering degree will prepare you to succeed in a bachelor’s engineering program of your choice. You will focus on the appropriate math and science coursework in a cost-effective, highly personalized environment. These included mathematics, physics, chemistry, writing, programming and economics.

As a student in this program, you will also receive individualized academic advising to help you transition into a four-year engineering program. Completion of the A.S. degree satisfies University Studies requirements at UW-Superior and other Universities of Wisconsin institutions.

Pathway to UW-Platteville

UW-Superior has partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Platteville to offer a seamless pathway to a bachelor’s degree in engineering. You can complete your general education and pre-engineering courses at UW-Superior while taking specialized engineering courses online through UW-Platteville. Once foundational courses are completed, you can transfer to UW-Platteville on campus to finish your degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial and systems engineering. Academic advisors will help you work toward an associate’s degree in engineering at UW-Superior while meeting transfer requirements for UW-Platteville.

Degree Requirements & Details

A minimum of 60 credit hours is required, with at least 24 credits earned at UW-Superior.

University Studies general education courses will cover the following areas: humanities, social sciences, natural and physical sciences, fine and applied arts and diversity/global awareness. Beyond these core requirements, you will take pre-engineering courses to prepare you for a bachelor’s program.

What You’ll Learn

Students enrolled in the engineering program at UW-Superior will take all of the core courses needed to build a solid foundation in the high-demand engineering field. Core course requirements include General Chemistry, Introduction to Programming, Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1-3 and Calculus-Based Physics 1&2. Students will also build a strong core in:

• Creative and Critical Thinking:
  • Students will be able to draw reasoned conclusions from sound mathematical or scientific principles and data.
  • Students will be able to critically evaluate given assumptions and reasoning about a problem.
• Communication:
  • Students will be able to communicate effectively using accepted mathematical and scientific notation, terminology, and conventions.
• Individual and Social Responsibility:
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of how their decisions (personal or professional) can alter the well-being of themselves, others, or the greater environment.