Data are provided on a program (not credential) level
94% BTC graduate placement rate1
$59,942 starting annual wage2
$74,521 average annual wage2
$95,157 potential annual wage2
Students may begin working toward this degree quarterly.
Admissions application and assessment testing in Reading, Math and Writing is required. Your score on the test and/or your previous transcripts will determine where you begin your course sequence. Contact Admissions at 360.752.8345 or at admissions@btc.edu for assistance with academic planning.
MATH& 151 | Calculus I | 5 CR |
PHYS& 221 | Engineering Physics I w/Lab | 5 CR |
CHEM& 161 | General Chemistry w/ Lab I | 5 CR |
CHEM& 162 | General Chemistry w/Lab II | 5 CR |
ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 CR |
ENGL& 235 | Technical Writing | 5 CR |
TOTAL Academic Core Course Credits | 30 CR |
ENGR 100 | Engineering Orientation | 2 CR |
ENGR& 104 | Introduction To Engineering & Design | 5 CR |
ENGR 115 | Graphics | 5 CR |
ENGR 180 | Parametric Modeling | 5 CR |
ENGR& 214 | Engineering Statics | 5 CR |
ENGR 270 | Introduction To Materials Science | 5 CR |
OR |
ENGT 216 | Applied Mechanics of Materials | 5 CR |
ENGT 233 | Intro To CATIA | 5 CR |
TOTAL Engineering Core Course Credits | 32 CR |
COMP 101 | Survey of Composites | 3 CR |
COMP 121 | Composite Design & Fabrication I: Ski Building | 5 CR |
COMP 222 | Composites Design and Fabrication II: Aerospace Applications | 5 CR |
COMP 235 | Materials Testing | 5 CR |
ENGT 250 | Capstone Project | 5 CR |
MACH 191 | Manual Machining for non-Majors | 5 CR |
MACH 193 | CNC Machining for non-Majors | 5 CR |
TOTAL Composites Core Course Credits | 32 CR |
CAP 101 | Microsoft Computer Applications | 5 CR |
CS& 131 | Computer Science I C++ | 5 CR |
Any CENG, ENET, ENGR, ENGT, or COMP course 100-level or higher |
Any Chemistry course with the prefix of CHEM* at the level of CHEM& 121 or higher. |
Any Math course with the prefix MATH* at the level of MATH& 146 or higher. |
Any Physics course with the prefix of PHYS* at the level of PHYS& 110 or higher. |
TOTAL Engineering Electives Course Credits | 5 CR |
After successfully completing the AAS-T degree, students will be able to:
Employment in the engineering technology field in Bellingham and the state of Washington is expected to increase. Job openings for assemblers and fabricators, machine operators, and production workers and supervisors vary according to occupational specialty. The average annual wage for this field is $76,835, with an earning potential of $89,128 per year.
Across the state of Washington, the number of engineering graduates is well below industry needs. Employers such as manufacturers and fabricators urgently seek qualified mechanical, industrial, and plastics engineers. BTC students who pursue transfer degree opportunities can go on to a four-year school to earn a bachelor’s degree and pursue a career in this high-demand field. Engineering graduates are typically working professionals, so salary ranges will vary, depending on the field.
Potential positions for Composites graduates include:
Composites graduates have the potential to enter the following fabrication industries:
If you have questions about this program or want help with the admissions steps to Bellingham Technical College, please email outreach@btc.edu.
Current students wanting academic planning and support, can connect with the program Instructor(s) or email EngineeringNav@btc.edu