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Pre-Engineering

El Camino’s pre-engineering degree program introduces you to the principles of mathematics, physics, and chemistry while also preparing you to continue your education at a university. It’s an accessible, affordable path to a rewarding, in-demand career.

Our Pre-Engineering Associate of Science (AS) degree typically takes two years. Pre-engineering education at El Camino will challenge you to be your best. We’ll be here to help.

$77,075

Typical starting salary for aerospace engineers.

484

Number of annual job openings for microsystems engineers.

Top 5

California is one the top states in the nation for employment of chemical engineers.

Choose a Pre-Engineering Degree Designed for Transfer

El Camino students who choose pre-engineering are seeking a broad introduction to mathematics, physics, and chemistry so they can continue their education at a four-year college or university.

Degree

This degree gives you the opportunity to develop a solid understanding of mathematics, physics, and chemistry, while also providing an excellent foundation for continuing your studies at a four-year college or university.

Solidify your understanding of mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
Develop competency in problem solving involving differential and integral calculus, and differential equations and linear algebra.
Become proficient in the mechanics of solids, fluids, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, as well as chemical reactions and equations.
Prepare yourself with the skills and resources you need to make important academic and career decisions.

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Engineering makes things better by fixing problems that are already there and solving other problems before they happen."

Noe Servellon, Engineering Major
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Pursue an Undergraduate Program in Engineering

As an El Camino pre-engineering graduate, you’ll be ready to pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering at another school. We’ll help you build the scientific knowledge and hands-on skills you’ll need.

Develop your proficiency in the basic principles of mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
Explore a variety of possible engineering career fields, including aeronautics, computer science, civil engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial engineering.
Strengthen your ability to think critically and communicate effectively.
Prepare yourself for further study in an engineering bachelor’s degree program.
Median salaries for bachelor’s degree holding-employees working in aerospace engineering is $128,000 and $97,000 for those working in biomedical engineering.

Gain Scientific Experience Beyond the Classroom

As an El Camino pre-engineering student, you’ll have many opportunities to explore the sciences outside the classroom setting.

Find support from the successful MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) program that provides a peer-based academic community.
Join the active Science Club and participate in faculty-led field trips to state/national parks that focus on many scientific disciplines.
Explore the sciences in multiple lab settings; don’t miss our on-campus planetarium and observatory with several telescopes.
Access a variety of internships and research opportunities in the sciences.