Electrical Engineering
Associate of Science (AS) Engineering · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering is offered to prepare students to transfer to a California State University or other university (with the exception of University of California) as an Electrical Engineering major. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundational understanding in engineering, physics and mathematics that will be essential as they continue on the engineering pathway. In addition, students will benefit from hands-on laboratory experiences in their engineering and science courses allowing them to learn by doing. The LPC Electrical Engineering degree is intended for transfer to a CSU or other non-UC university. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor early on and refer to the catalog of the prospective transfer institution to determine specific major requirements required for transfer since they can vary from university to university. Finally, because this program is a high-unit major, counselors can also assist in determining appropriate general education courses to complete the degree requirements. If interested in transferring to a UC as an Electrical Engineering major, please see the Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering UC Pathway.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply fundamental principles from mathematics, science and engineering to solve an electrical engineering-related problem.
- Set up appropriate laboratory equipment, collect and analyze electrical data, draw conclusions, and clearly communicate results.
- Students are able to use a variety of technological tools to solve electrical engineering problems.
Electrical Engineering (AS): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (42.5 Units) | ||
| CHEM 1A | General College Chemistry I | 5 |
| ENGR 1 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| ENGR 26 | Computational Methods for Engineers and Scientists | 3 |
| ENGR 44 | Introduction to Circuit Analysis | 4 |
| MATH 1 | Calculus I | 5 |
| MATH 2 | Calculus II | 5 |
| MATH 3 | Multivariable Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 5 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 3.5 |
| PHYS 1A | General Physics I | 5 |
| PHYS 1C | General Physics III | 5 |
| Total Units for the Major | 42.5 | |
| Additional General Education and Electives | ||
| See the Las Positas College General Education (LPC-GE) pattern or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program, the optional course(s) taken, and the GE pattern selected. Elective units must be degree applicable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 17.5 | |
| Total | 60 | |