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Bachelor of Science
Eastern Mennonite University
Program Details
Bachelor of Science Engineering
Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Science Engineering
Eastern Mennonite University
EMU offers an engineering major with a choice of emphasis in either mechanical or computer engineering by selecting specific upper-level courses as listed below. EMU’s engineering program prepares students to use their technical expertise, working together, to serve the common good.
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Credit Requirements
Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between Eastern Mennonite University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
| Institution Name | Type | Title |
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| Blue Ridge Community College | GAA | Guaranteed Admission Agreement |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | GAA | Guaranteed Admission Agreement |
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | EMU has a Guaranteed Admission Agreement with Blue Ridge Community College and Laurel Ridge Community College.
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Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
98
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
89% of Fall 2023 transfer applicants with completed files were admitted
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Undergraduate class is 745 students, 98 are transfers with an overall average class size of 14. Options for students to live on and off campus. All students need to participate in a intercultural experience in order to graduate from EMU. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Assoicate of Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Central Virginia Community College | AS in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Associate in Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate in Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Engineering, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Engineering | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Engineering Major- BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Engineering Science (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Engineering (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9041.00 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9041.01 | Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential. | Management Occupations |
| 17-2199.03 | Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar | Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 25-1032.00 | Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 17-2199.00 | Engineers, All Other | All engineers not listed separately. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.05 | Mechatronics Engineers | Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.06 | Microsystems Engineers | Research, design, develop, or test microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.09 | Nanosystems Engineers | Design, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.07 | Photonics Engineers | Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.08 | Robotics Engineers | Research, design, develop, or test robotic applications. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.11 | Solar Energy Systems Engineers | Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. Design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-2199.10 | Wind Energy Engineers | Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
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