ok first i want to get a associates degree in some field but my main major is engineering which requires a Bachlors degree now my question is this. Can I get a associates degree say in aviation and then go on for my engineering? Say I take like some math classes that i needed for aviation but it is also needed for engineering will they transfer to my enigneering degree as well.
because I want to go for engineering but i also want to make some money in 2 years to get me by until then. So i was planning on going for my engineering courses for 2 years and see what assiociate degree i can get until i complete my BA but is it possible to do that? or will my ( just say) math courses not transfer and i have to take all the courses again?
Thanks alot for your response.
2006-08-16 15:14:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Having taught for over 20 years and advised many about questions you ask, focus on your Bachelor's degree and forget about the Associates degree. You can major in Engineering and get a minor in Aviation if you like. You are correct that some of those math classes just will not transfer... and that's both MONEY and your precious TIME straight down the drain. Don't waste your money and time... focus on the big picture: Bachelor's degree. Here' s another way to look at it: As a potential employer, you have two candidates... one with an Associates degree and the other with a Bachelor's degree... you can tell right away which candidate is going to carry more weight.
2006-08-16 15:25:44 · answer #1 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Math classes are usually the easiest to transfer - pretty much the same stuff is taught everywhere. And if nothing else you can usually "test out" of the lower level math courses.
Science classes can be a little trickier - it depends on what classes are required for the engineering major (btw - you didn't mention what type of engineering: mechanical, electrical, chemical, biomedical, etc.). It also depends on the reputation of the community college - my college won't accept certain classes from a near-by community college because we've noticed that the students really don't learn what they need to to be successful as science majors here.
Don't forget that almost all schools also have general education classes - every one has to take a certain number of history, english, etc. classes. The exact requirements vary from school to school. If you know what school you will be transferring to, that might help you select classes now.
2006-08-16 15:25:11 · answer #2 · answered by kris 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the institution and what/where you're taking the classes. beach college/university accepts different classes with differen credits. you'd have to check with their registrar's office to find that out. usually two majors will have the same basic requirements but that usually only lasts for a year. really there are alot of basic courses (ex. like math 101 or something like that) that are requirements for alot of different majors and could count for both. but once you hit the upper levels of courses its going to be much more difficult to be able to have classes qualify for bother degrees. if you check with your school they should tell you more details. i'm sure aviation and engineering could be similar enough for you to have more than a few classes count for both. good luck!
2006-08-16 15:25:18 · answer #3 · answered by Halo331 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best beat is to talk to a College or University and ask them what will transfer. Most classes will transfer from one major to another if it was taken within a certain amount of time, as long as you take it at a creditable college or university.
2006-08-16 15:21:31 · answer #4 · answered by clb1101 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are serious about going to college then you need to go to your local college and ask the people there what is best for you. They have trained professionals there to help you plan the best course of action.
2006-08-16 15:23:16 · answer #5 · answered by Scarlet 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋