CONTACT
Thomas Barrup, 413.552.2119, tbarrup@hcc.edu
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This certificate will help contribute to the national need for a diverse engineering workforce by supporting the recruitment, retention, graduation, and transfer of students in engineering programs at Holyoke Community College (HCC). The engineering department will work with students who express an interest in engineering, offering a series of courses that can be completed in one year.
All certificate courses apply towards A.S. Engineering degrees at HCC.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- have internship and career opportunities
- have a foundational understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts in the field of engineering
- learn to apply technical knowledge to analyze and solve engineering problems effectively
- gain practical experience
- communicate ideas and findings clearly in writing and verbally
- gain collaborative skills needed, as engineers frequently work in teams on complex projects
- learn to use various tools and technologies relevant to their field, including software, equipment, instruments, and computer-aided design (CAD) tools
Certificate graduates will be prepared to complete the A.S. degree in engineering and continue on towards a four-year engineering degree. They will have a foundation for continuous learning throughout their careers.
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