1	Be an Engineer, Start Here! Explore LCSC Engineering Dr. Jenni Light Assistant Professor of Engineering & Physics Lewis-Clark State College
2	LCSC engineering FAQ’s Why be an engineer? What is the LCSC engineering program? Why engineering at LCSC? What about transferring? What is meant by a 3/2 program? What is an articulation agreement? Who will my advisor be? What do I do before I see my advisor? What should I choose for my LCSC major? Where can I get more information about the engineering program? What are the classes like?
3	Why Engineering? – Some Joys and Challenges Joys Challenges Creativity Versatility Respectability Good starting salaries Pride in product Solve Problems Improve lives Teamwork Challenging work Time commitment Not well understood Classes are “hard” Credit load High expectations Social perception Teamwork We don’t drive trains
4	What is the LCSC Engineering Program? A 2-year Degree in Engineering Associate of Science in Engineering Credits will transfer to other accredited engineering programs Special transfer programs in place with BSU & ISU
5	Why Engineering at LCSC? Prepares you for any engineering field! Introductory engineering coursework Mathematics background Physics and chemistry background Complete Idaho core requirements Keeps your options open Close-knit environment Provides you with top quality education Let’s you work with great people!
6	Pluses for LCSC engineering students Small class size in engineering at LCSC Students have good access to faculty mentors early on at LCSC Good LCSC instructor knowledge of student capabilities prior to transfer elsewhere helps place students where they want to be Full core program at LCSC gives added writing and critical thinking opportunities Bonus of dual degrees in engineering from BSU and science or math from LCSC
7	Issues for engineering transfer students Transferring is not hard generally goes quite smoothly, but… LCSC engineering students are not competing with the same engineering student cohort they will find at the transfer schools Different academic culture between schools Final 2 years are engineering heavy relative to pre-engineering experience Sometimes students may take longer to complete engineering major if not entering calculus-ready
8	LCSC Pre-Engineering 3/2 Program: Idaho Schools Working Together Maximize opportunities: Start at LCSC 3 years at LCSC covering core and fresh/soph science and engineering 2 years at transfer school finishing engineering requirements Receive two degrees BS – Science or Mathematics from LCSC BS – Engineering from transfer school LCSC courses are accepted as a group equivalent to courses at transfer school via articulation agreements with BSU, ISU LCSC works closely with UI to facilitate smooth transitions
9	What is an articulation agreement? An articulation agreement is just a formal agreement between schools about the rules for: Which courses can be transferred How many credits are accepted towards graduation Criteria determining when degree requirements are satisfied Articulation agreements make it easier for students to transfer
10	Advising in engineering You may choose your advisor, but normally all engineering students at LCSC are advised by the program director, Dr. Jenni Light. Before coming for advising each semester you should: Plan a sample schedule and check for time conflicts and course availability Make or update your 4-year plan to reflect any changes Double check that your course choices satisfy program and degree requirements at LCSC and your transfer school Write down any questions you have
11	What should I choose for my LCSC major? Associate of Science in Engineering If choosing to complete 3/2 program: Any major at LCSC will work, but the easiest to complete when studying engineering are: Mathematics Natural Science Interdisciplinary Studies
12	Where can I get more information on the engineering program and courses? Dr. Jenni Light Talkington Hall 216 jlight@lcsc.edu 208-792-2796