Courses
- ENGR 271 Engineering Mechanics: Statics
- ENGR 272 Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics
- ENGR 273 Strength of Materials
Engineering
Why Engineering?
Phones, bridges, airplanes, roads - all of these are essential for our everyday life. None of them would exist without engineers! These professionals apply the principles of science and mathematics to develop economical solutions to technical problems.
Their work is the link between scientific discoveries and commercial uses.Faculty in Heartland's engineering department are ready to provide you with the analytical and hands-on skills you need to become a successful engineer.
Completing this degree program will allow you to transfer to a four-year college, where you can focus on a specialty within the field. These include but are not limited to chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical,
As a student in engineering classes at Heartland, you can look forward to:
hands-on learning in science, engineering and technology classes
working one-on-one with faculty who are interested in helping you reach career goals
connecting with potential employers and four-year engineering programs at colleges and universities.
Program Details
Associate in Engineering Science
- Format
- On Campus, Online, Hybrid
- In-District Tuition
- $169/credit hour
- Out-of-District Tuition
- $337/credit hour
- Program Options
- Student Plans
- Average Time to Complete
- 2 years
- Financial Options
- Financial Aid is available.
Program Options
Associate in Engineering Science
| General Education | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGL 101 - Critical Reading & Writing & ENGL 102 - Multimodal Composition |
6 |
| 5 |
|
| 4 |
|
| Math 161 - Calculus I, Math 162 - Calculus II, & Math 163 - Calculus III |
13 |
| Total Credit Hours |
28 |
| AES Program Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 171 - Computing for Engineering & Science | 3 |
| MATH 272 - Differential Equations | 4 |
| PHYS 172 - Electricity & Magnetism | 4 |
| PHYS 173 - Fluid & Thermal Physics | 2 |
| PHYS 174 - Quantum Physics | 2 |
| Emphasis Option |
18-20 |
Emphasis Option Requirements - Select One
| Chemical Option - 18 Hours | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CHEM 162 - General Chemistry II | 5 |
| CHEM 241 - Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
| Elective - Any Transferrable Course |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
18 |
| Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Option - 18 Hours | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGR 271 - Engineering Mechanics: Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 272 - Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics | 3 |
| ENGR 273 - Strength of Materials | 3 |
| ENGR 273 - Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| Electives - Any Transferrable Courses |
6 |
| Total Credit Hours |
18 |
| Computer Option - 18-20 Hours | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 115 - Discrete Structures | 4 |
| CSCI 130 - Computer Science I | 4 |
| CSCI 131 - Computer Science II | 4 |
| Electrical Circuits* IAI Code: EGR 931 or EGR 931L |
3-4 |
| Digital Systems* IAI Code: EGR 932 or EGR 932L |
3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours |
18-20 |
Student Plans
Student Plan - Chemistry Option
First Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGL 101 - Critical Reading & Writing | 3 |
| CHEM 161 - General Chemistry I (Prerequisite Required) | 5 |
| MATH 161 - Calculus I (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| MTFG 130 - Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
15 |
First Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| 5 |
|
| CSCI 171 - Computing for Engineering & Science (Spring Only, Prerquisite Required) | 3 |
| MATH 162 - Calculus II (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| 4 |
|
| Total Credit Hours |
16 |
First Year
| Summer | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| 3 |
|
| Total Credit Hours |
14 |
Second Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CHEM 241 - Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| 4 |
|
| 5 |
|
| Total Credit Hours |
14 |
Second Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| 2 |
|
| 2 |
|
| MATH 272 - Differential Equations (Spring Only, Prerequisite Required) |
4 |
| Total Credit Hours |
13 |
Different universities require different coursework in preparation for transfer. You should consult your
academic advisor at Heartland and the registrar of the college or university you are considering to learn how
courses you’ve taken at Heartland will transfer.
Student Plan - Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Option
First Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGL 101 - Critical Reading & Writing | 3 |
| CHEM 161 - General Chemistry I (Prerequisite Required) | 5 |
| MATH 161 - Calculus I (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| MTFG 130 - Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
15 |
First Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 171 - Computing for Engineering & Science (Spring Only, Prerquisite Required) | 3 |
| MATH 162 - Calculus II (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| 4 |
|
| Elective - Any Transferrable Elective Course |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
14 |
Second Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGR 271 - Engineering Mechanics: Statics (Fall Only) | 3 |
| 4 |
|
| 5 |
|
| Elective - Any Transferrable Elective course |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
15 |
Second Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| 2 |
|
| 2 |
|
| MATH 272 - Differential Equations (Spring Only, Prerequisite Required) |
4 |
| Total Credit Hours |
13 |
Student Plan - Computer Option
First Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| ENGL 101 - Critical Reading & Writing | 3 |
| CHEM 161 - General Chemistry I (Prerequisite Required) | 5 |
| MATH 161 - Calculus I (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| CSCI 115 - Discrete Structures | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours |
16 |
First Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 171 - Computing for Engineering & Science (Spring Only, Prerquisite Required) | 3 |
| MATH 162 - Calculus II (Prerequisite Required) | 4 |
| 4 |
|
| Elective - Any Transferrable Elective Course |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
14 |
Second Year
| Fall | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 130 - Computer Science I | 4 |
| 4 |
|
| 5 |
|
| Total Credit Hours |
14 |
Second Year
| Spring | |
|---|---|
| Course | Hours |
| CSCI 131 - Computer Science II | 4 |
| 2 |
|
| 2 |
|
| MATH 272 - Differential Equations (Spring Only, Prerequisite Required) |
4 |
| Total Credit Hours |
12 |
Different universities require different coursework in preparation for transfer. You should consult your
academic advisor at Heartland and the registrar of the college or university you are considering to learn how
courses you’ve taken at Heartland will transfer.
Information is subject to change. Please check with an academic advisor for current course offerings and program requirements. Current students with continual enrollment may graduate under the current program requirements or any program requirements in effect since first enrollment.
Transfer Guide
Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI)
Heartland Community College is a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide transfer agreement among more than 100 colleges and universities in Illinois. For more information about the Illinois Articulation Initiative, please visit the IAI website.
General Education Core Curriculum Requirement
For completion of the Associate in Arts degree, you will need to complete a minimum of 37 general education core curriculum (GECC) hours, within 7 categories, as part of the 60-credit hour degree. For the completion of the Associate in Science degree, you will need to complete a minimum of 41 general education core hours as part of the 60-credit hour degree. The remaining credit hours are electives. The icons you see below indicate what category of IAI your course will satisfy. You will find these icons throughout the schedule within the course description. Please click on the category to view what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories.
View what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories:
Communications
Fine Arts
Humanities
Life Sciences
Mathematics
Physical Sciences
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Careers in Engineering
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Contact Information
STEM & Business Division
ICB 2400 & ICN 2000
1500 W Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761
Phone: 309-268-8640
Fax: 309-268-7974
Email: stemb@heartland.edu
STEM & Business Contacts
Jennifer Antonini
Coordinator – STEM & Business
Email: Jennifer.Antonini@heartland.edu
Phone: (309) 268-8651