ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE SELF-GUIDED PATHWAY

91르적 Early College program offers both self-guided and career exploration pathway options. This is a self-guided pathway with recommended courses based on the content area.

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ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE SELF-GUIDED PATHWAY

This is a self-guided pathway. There are no specific requirements or parameters. This is a guide with recommended courses based on the content area. Students are encouraged to explore the options below based on their specific goals and interests with the help of their school counselor or homeschool educator. 

These introductory courses are excellent choices for students looking to explore this area more deeply before stepping into specialized courses in the electives section below. We recommend choosing at least 2 courses within
this section.

  • INT 193: Introduction to Career Exploration and Development (3 Credits)
  • CIE 210: Sustainability in Engineering (3 Credits)
  • *Math course – MAT 111, 122, or 126 (4 Credits)

*Math course selection depends on the online placement exam score earned prior to being enrolled.

These courses, while still mostly introductory, focus on different skill or knowledge areas within the Engineering and Computer Science realm, and they allow for more concentrated study in a particular area.

Meets Requirement in All Engineering/Computer Science Programs:

  • PHY 121: Physics for Engineers and Physical Scientists I (4 Credits)
  • INV 121: Fundamentals of Innovation (3 Credits)
  • ENG 205: An Introduction to Creative Writing (3 Credits)
  • NAS 101: Introduction to Native American Studies (3 Credits)

Meets Requirement in Some Engineering/Computer Science Programs:

  • CMJ 103: Public Speaking (3 Credits) – Civil, Electrical
  • MEE 150: Applied Mechanics (3 Credits) – Biomedical, Civil, Mechanical

Looking for a personalized journey?

Learn more about an individualized Career Explorations Pathway.

degrees and careers connected with the ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE SELF-GUIDED PATHWAY

This pathway spans a broad range of subjects, allowing you to sample courses across different fields or focus on a specific area of interest through Maine��셲 flagship university and only R1 designated research institution. It is designed for broad exploration rather than being tied to a specific major, though each recommended course connects directly to at least one of the majors or minors listed below:

  • Engineering:
  • Business Administration
  • Chemical
  • Civil
  • Computer
  • Electrical
  • Engineering Physics
  • Mechanical
  • Engineering Technology:
  • Construction
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Surveying
  • Computer Science:
  • Computer Science
  • Human-Centered Technology Design
  • New Media

Completion of these majors allow students to pursue graduate studies or careers in the following fields:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Architectural & Engineering
    Management
  • Chemical & Pharmaceutical
    Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer & Information Systems
    Management
  • Construction Management
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Robotics and Automotive Engineering
  • Software Developing & Programming

Questions?

Email um.earlycollege@maine.edu.