Century's Engineering program consists of the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, and includes all of the basic courses needed for transfer into most major engineering disciplines such as:
- Chemical
- Civil
- Computer
- Electrical
- Mechanical
What makes our program special is the blend of hands-on learning and theory. We integrate design experiences into all of our engineering classes because we feel that the best way to understand engineering is "to do engineering".
Expert instruction
At Century, our Engineering classes never exceed 30 students, allowing for a dynamic learning environment and easily accessible faculty. Innovative teaching methods such as team building, design emphasis, project assignments, and creative problem solving are utilized extensively in our engineering curriculum.
The Century College Advisory Committee provides the department with valuable advice that ensures that the education you receive is relevant and prepares you for transfer and for your engineering career.
Program benefits
"Fab Lab"
Our new state-of-the-art fabrication lab is aligned with MIT's highly successful fab lab network. In our "fab lab", you'll get to build all sorts of structures, machines, mechanisms, and circuits, including a rapid prototyping machine, laser cutter, CNC mini mill, and other machine tools.
Engineering Club
The Engineering club allows you to do more than coursework and provides you with a network of colleagues that you can socialize with or do projects. Past projects include building a remote controlled semiautonomous robot and fabricating an electricity-producing wind turbine.
At the Century College Robot show you get to see all sorts of interesting contraptions. The public is invited to the show where Introduction to Engineering students display their inventions that are judged by practicing engineers.
In our popular Introduction to Engineering Class you'll "learn by doing" projects such as building a robot.
Transfer information
The engineering transfer program offers a schedule of sequenced classes in mathematics, physics, and engineering science that begin in the fall semester. Classes are also available for students who lack the necessary prerequisites or who need a review before beginning the standard sequence.
Our Century College/University of Minnesota 2+2 program takes the guesswork out of transfer. Our articulation agreement spells out exactly what courses you need to take before transferring to the University of Minnesota.
After completing the engineering program at Century, you will need to transfer to a 4-year college or university to complete your B.S. degree.
The transfer process is easy because articulation agreements have been worked out with our academic partners.
Transfer preparation
The transfer process will go very smoothly once you have completed the following 4 steps:
- Select an engineering specialty, such as Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.
- Determine the four-year college or university you plan to transfer to.
- Develop a plan for coursework that includes the core courses, the MNTC requirements, and all courses for one engineering specialty.
- Periodically check for any changes in the transfer guide sheets in the Career & Academic Planning Center and talk with a counselor.
Once you have completed the courses required for transfer, contact the college of your choice, preferably in the January prior to the fall semester at your chosen university.
With proper planning, all the courses you have taken in Century's engineering curriculum will transfer.
Articulation agreements
While most students transfer to the University of Minnesota, you can also transfer to other engineering schools.
Century College has worked out articulation agreements with several Minnesota universities, ensuring a hassle-free transfer process.
Click below to view the agreements.
Colleges and universities
If you decide to transfer to a different college or university, don’t worry. Transfer to any engineering institution is usually quite easy with planning.
A Century College academic counselor can assist in putting together a plan that is right for you.
Career opportunities
Engineers work across the spectrum of industries. The largest percentage is in manufacturing industries including electrical and electronic equipment, industrial machinery, aircraft and related parts, motor vehicles, chemical products, search and navigation equipment etc. Engineers are also employed in construction services, research and development, testing, and consulting services. Engineers also work in communications, utilities and computer industries. Government agencies hire engineers in defense, transportation, agriculture, energy, and teaching.
Unemployment among engineers is extremely low relative to the population at large.
Professional Engineering Organizations