Engineers are problem solvers. They synthesize ideas, make decisions, design systems, and create solutions to problems, all subject to a diverse set of real-world constraints. Engineers must understand the implications and interaction of these constraints within our technology-dependent society. Engineering majors at York College participate in a rigorous and relevant program of study in science, mathematics and engineering, as well as general education courses in the arts, humanities, foreign culture, and the behavioral and social sciences. Throughout the program, strong emphasis is placed on the art of engineering design.
In the belief that engineering is both a social and technical profession, the York College Engineering Program is committed to preparing engineers to practice their profession in the face of challenges-both known and unknown-that are many and diverse. Engineers preparing for work in the coming decades will be required to contend with an ever increasing pace of change, an explosion of information, and the globalization of economies and technology. They will need an increased awareness of, and ability to deal with, environmental and national priorities, and an appreciation for the human condition. In our effort to prepare students to meet these and other challenges for the exciting and unknown road ahead, the York College Engineering Program, consistent with its origin and institutional mission, is dedicated to providing its engineering graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully practice their chosen profession, to pursue graduate study in engineering or other fields, and to inspire a passion for life-long learning.
The York College Bachelor of Science degree programs in Engineering is a four-year program that includes a required component of salaried engineering cooperative work experience (co-op). The program is supported, in part, by an active partnership of regional industrial and business organizations that have formed the Engineering Industry Advisory Council. This partnership provides financial resources for engineering scholarships and laboratory development, and co-op opportunities for students. It also provides for ongoing interaction with practicing engineers and engineering managers to assure a relevant curriculum of the highest standards. In addition to co-op, YCP engineering students undergo regular exposure to the profession and practice of engineering. This occurs through client-based course-related design projects, involvement with professional societies, seminars, field trips, and design competitions. York College is committed to providing its engineering majors with the highest quality educational experience possible. Our program features small sized classes and labs taught by engineering faculty, closeness with faculty and fellow students both within and beyond the academic realm, and a rich and open relationship with the non-engineering faculty and student body.
Nearly all students accepted for admission to the program at York College enter with full admission to engineering. However, a small number may be admitted on a provisional basis. Please feel free to contact any member of the engineering faculty to discuss opportunities in York College's engineering program. We would be pleased to arrange meetings with our faculty and students, as well as a tour of our facilities. Further details on York College's admission process and on-line applications can be found on the Admissions office web page. Transfer StudentsStudents who have successfully completed (or are in the process of completing) the A.S. Degree in engineering science at two-year institutions, or who wish to transfer to York College from other four-year institutions, may apply for admission to study engineering at York College. Transfer applicants must submit a completed application form and official transcripts from each college attended. Admission is considered on a case-by-case basis. Interviews are optional but encouraged. The evaluation of transfer credits at the time of admission is tentative and therefore, subject to change. Often, the evaluation performed at the time of admission is conservative. Once matriculated, students find, that by working with their faculty advisor and the College Admissions Office, the number of credits transferred may be adjusted in their favor.
Engineering students who qualify, are encouraged to consider the York College Honors Program. This program seeks to provide challenging and engaging experiences for academically motivated and accomplished students. The program offers coursework, special academic and career advising, and extracurricular enrichment activities to this small group of undergraduate students. Students benefit from the attention the program gives to their academic strengths. The students will find that the community of scholars created by the Honors Program stimulates and supports their intellectual growth and interests. The program also provides recognition for their extra efforts. To be eligible for participation, students must apply and be accepted to York College. The criteria for acceptance into the program are not rigidly based upon scores. All interested students are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated individually on the basis of their preparedness and motivation for honors study. Preference will be given to students who have achieved a combined SAT score of 1200 or higher and who rank in the top 1/5 of their high school graduating class.
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Engineering programs are facility intensive. Engineering students are continually involved in some aspect of hands-on laboratory and/or design project activity. Within the McKay Engineering Building, modern engineering laboratory equipment, computational facilities, and design project work areas are available to meet individual course and laboratory needs. Nine major engineering laboratory areas are under continuous development and upgrade. The goal is to provide our engineering students with unlimited access to state-of-the-art equipment and machines. Please follow this link for a listing and brief description of the Engineering Facilities.
All York College engineering majors are required to complete a number of engineering design projects as members of a design team. Engineering design projects begin in the freshman year as part of the EPADS I and EPADS II courses and finish in the senior year as part of Senior Design I, and Senior Design II courses. The projects are generated from current technical needs of the IAC or are competitions sponsored by various technical societies and/or agencies. Projects generally include creative conception, design, fabrication, testing, and performance of a physical system or component. Written reports and oral presentations are generally required, the latter being made before a group of faculty, students, project sponsors, parents, and visiting evaluators from local industry. Please follow this link for a listing and brief description of Engineering Student Projects.
The engineering program at York College enjoys a close and active involvement with local industry. An Industry Advisory Council (EIAC) helps to support and implement the engineering program at York College. Part of the IAC Charter is to provide significant capital resources for engineering laboratory facilities and scholarships as well as provide co-op opportunities for York's engineering students. Members of the EIAC include:
An outgrowth of the EIAC has been the establishment of a small working group of engineers and engineering managers-active in their fields-who advise the Program Coordinator and help maintain a relevant focus for the engineering program at York College. This group is designated as the Engineering Curriculum Advisory Board (ECAB). The mission of the ECAB is to work with the head of the engineering program and to bring to bear an industrial perspective on engineering study at York College.
Career options for York College engineering graduates cover the range from entry-level engineering positions in industry and business to advanced study leading to graduate degrees. A multitude of options exists in industry including product research and development in both the consumer and commercial sectors; materials characterization and engineering; energy production, utilization, and management; automation, controls and instrumentation design; and the design and production of advanced manufacturing facilities and equipment. York College engineering graduates may also pursue graduate study in engineering, or other fields such as business, law, or medicine. The York College Office of Career Services provides the necessary services for engineering job searches for both co-op and permanent employment. Students are also advised to explore the myriad online services available for engineering job opportunities.
The Mechanical Engineering Program of York College is fully accredited under the most current criteria (EC2000) by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (ABET). The Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering programs of York College are not accredited at this time; however, they are designed to meet the program criteria set forth by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (ABET). © 2008 York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA 17405 |