PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Associates in Science degree in Pre-engineering is a program at GCCC that provides students with a strong foundation in mathematics and the physical sciences in preparation for transferring to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering. The curriculum includes the core mathematics and science courses typically required during the first two years of most engineering programs, supporting a seamless transition to upper-division coursework. The program emphasizes not only the mastery of mathematical and scientific principles but also the development of analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills through practical applications. Students are encouraged to cultivate an understanding of how these principles are applied to address real-world engineering challenges. With small class sizes our professors can help each student achieve their goals. This degree fulfills the College’s mission of developing skills in written communication, oral communication, and critical thinking while advancing knowledge in diversity and social responsibility. The semester-by-semester plans described below are general guidelines. Students should work closely with their academic advisors to develop a plan that best meets their own individual needs and goals.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES AND CURRICULUM MAP.
Systemwide General Education Bucket Requirements (SGE)
Beginning in Fall 2024, GCCC will participate with all state universities, Washburn University and all community colleges in Kansas in the systemwide general education (SGE) framework for associate in arts (AA) and associate in science (AS) degrees. GCCC’s SGE framework includes 34-37 credit hours organized in 7 “buckets” identified by an individual SGE code. Any student who has completed the full credit hour requirement in all buckets will be considered to have completed the Kansas SGE framework for associate in arts (AA) and associate in science (AS) degrees. The completion of the 34-37 credit hour general education package will be noted on the student’s transcript.
Math Pathways
All public colleges and universities in Kansas follow Math Pathways guidance for satisfying general education math requirements as prescribed by the Kansas Board of Regents. All programs use one of three courses (College Algebra, Contemporary Mathematics or Fundamentals of Statistics), but also recognize other advanced math courses as acceptable. The course listed in the degree plan for your program is the course recommended by the Kansas Board of Regents. College Algebra can be substituted for Contemporary Mathematics or Fundamentals of Statistics.
Articulation Agreements:
Garden City Community College and Pittsburg State University - Articulation Agreement for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology Degree:
Students wishing to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Technology from Pittsburg State University should work closely with their faculty advisor to follow the specific plan for the articulation agreement. To view the agreement, click here: https://www.pittstate.edu/technology/technology-transfer-programs.html. For more information from Pittsburg State University, click here: https://www.pittstate.edu/registrar/catalog/archive/2024-2025/college-of-technology/school-of-automotive-and-engineering-technology/index.html.
For other general articulation agreements, see the information listed below:
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