Welcome to Engineering at Hartnell College
Hartnell Engineering
Contact: Dr. Melissa Hornstein, Engineering Instructor, (831) 755-6889, mhornstein@hartnell.edu|
The Engineering Discipline offers courses satisfying the lower division engineering requirements of most California colleges and universities. Students may profitably begin their study of chemical, civil, electrical or mechanical engineering at Hartnell College. Job openings abound in many engineering fields. Some positions for which four-year graduates in engineering are qualified are research, building industry, manufacturing and business.
The Engineering Transfer curriculum at Hartnell College is the first two years or lower division of the traditional professional engineering program leading to a Bachelors Degree. It is nearly the same for all fields of engineering with specialization coming in the upper division. The required core curriculum follows the Engineering Articulation Agreement developed by the Engineering Liaison Council (ELC) between community colleges and four year public, private colleges and universities. This articulated agreement commonly referred to as the SUMMIT AGREEMENT, states that students should be considered for admission upon completion of the engineering core curriculum and not necessarily the completion of all general education.
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Associate Degree Requirements & Course Descriptions
Associate Degree Requirements & Course Descriptions are available in the Online Catalog which can be viewed as a PDF file.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Hartnell Engineering  
Everything you need to know about majoring in engineering! Don't sign up for classes without first checking out the multicolor flowchart! Your other questions will be answered, such as: What sequence should I take the courses in? What semester are they offered? What do I need to transfer?
Get involved in one of the Hartnell Engineering Clubs! 
Hartnell has two engineering clubs: the Hartnell Engineering Club (formerly known as the Rockets and Robots club) focuses on projects, competitions, outings, community outreach, and is a general engineering club. The V.I.C.E. club, which stands for "Vitalizing Innovations in Chemistry and Engineering", intends to boost your acceptance rate to four-year institutions through internships and competition.
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February 7, 2012. Hartnell Engineering club to hold first meeting of spring semester on Thursday at 1pm in MER11.
January 31, 2012. UCSC partners with Hartnell in education program with sustainable energy focus. $6 million grant strengthens regional education pipeline for Hispanics and low-income students January 27, 2012. Part-2 of the Cebrowski Institute/Hartnell Community College Catalyst series on the successful collaboration between Hartnell College and NPS with the Summer Intern Program
How students are going on to get their degrees while working at NPS - many are first in their families to graduate college; NPS Professor Jim Newman, Space Systems, GSEAS offers his perspective along with Ernesto Yzquierdo, NPS Research Assistant and Former Hartnell College Intern
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EGN1. Introduction to Engineering and Related Technologies (3)
Lec 2 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs
Semesters offered: Spring This course provides an overview of different aspects of the engineering profession such as: scholastic requirements, employment opportunities, design challenges, prerequisites for various engineering majors, engineering responsibilities, aims of technical engineering training, code of ethics, and the purpose of engineering technology methods. Students will frequently use project management concepts and work in teams on problem solving and design projects. EGN1A. Plane Surveying (3)
Prerequisite: Math 24 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
Lec 2 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs Semesters offered: Inactive This course provides an opportunity to gain technical knowledge and essential skills used in surveying and civil engineering. Topics include measurement, distance correction, leveling, angle, area computations, computer calculations, topographic surveying, electronic distance measuring instruments, construction applications and GPS. EGN2. Engineering Graphics/CAD (4)
Lec 3 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs
Semesters offered: Fall The principles and application of engineering drawing, including orthographic projections, freehand sketching, pictorial drawings, dimensioning, sections, auxiliary, and graphical analysis in solving engineering problems are the core of this course. Students will extensively use AutoCAD as a computer-aided drafting design tool to complete the required projects. This course will also cover the engineering design process and project management. 
EGN3. Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency (3)
Lec 2 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs
Semesters offered: Fall An introduction to engineering through green, renewable, sustainable, and environmental technology. The course will focus on renewable and alternative energy sources, including solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and fuel cells. Technological opportunities for improving end-use energy efficiency. EGN4. Materials Science (3)
Prerequisite: CHM-1A with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: PHY-4A Lec 2 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs Semesters offered: Fall Physical, electrical and mechanical properties of materials including metals, alloys, ceramics, semi-conductors, polymers, and composite materials. Emphasis on atomic and crystalline structures, heat treatment, phase equilibria, transformations, energy bands in solids, studies of grain structure, and corrosion. Laboratory work in metals, corrosion, magnetic properties and plastics. |
EGN6. Introduction to Circuit Analysis (4)
Prerequisite: PHY-4B: Electricity and Magnetism with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: MAT 5: Differential Equations. Lec 3 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs Semesters offered: Spring An introduction to basic circuit laws and network theorems, analysis of various types of DC and AC circuits, purely resistive networks, RL, RC, and RLC circuits, and solid-state devices. Examines network theorems, mesh and nodal analysis, superposition, phasors, complex frequency concepts, the characteristics of operational amplifiers and computer circuit analysis. Laboratory component introduces the instruments and experimental techniques of electrical circuits and provides experiences with the theoretical concepts of the course. Students also use software to simulate and design circuits. EGN8. Engineering Statics (3)
Prerequisite: PHY-4A with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: MAT-3B Lec 3 Hrs Semesters offered: Fall Analyzes force vectors on structures in equilibrium, properties of forces, moments, couples and resultants, conditions for equilibrium, friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Included are equilibrium of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, and machines, as well as the calculation of centers of mass, centroids, friction, distributed forces, beams, shear and moment diagrams, and moments of inertia. EGN12. Engineering Design with SolidWorks (3)
Advisory: DRA 50: Introduction to Drafting Technology and/or EGN 2: Engineering Graphics/CAD
Lec 2 Hrs; Lab 3 Hrs Semesters offered: Spring Introduces students to the engineering design processes utilizing the SolidWorks 3-D computer-aided design modeling application software. Students will construct parts, solid models, assemblies, as well as generate orthographic drawings, add dimensions and plot to produce engineering documentation packages. Advisories: DRA 50: Introduction to Drafting Technology and/or EGN 2: Engineering Graphics/CAD. EGN45. Special Projects (1-3)
This course is designed for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Students of exceptional promise who are interested in investigating topics beyond the scope of a regular engineering course. Students will gain hands-on experience in advanced engineering topics involving project management. This course may be taken three times with different or advanced content for a maximum of nine units.
SCI124. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Internship Preparation (1)
Lec 1 Hr
Semesters offered: Spring This course provides assistance for students to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes for success in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) internship programs. Student preparation will focus on abstract writing, poster creation, Excel, project management, PowerPoint, presentation delivery, and discipline specific skills. Prospective interns will work to develop attitudes that promote discussion, observation, teamwork, network building, and personal confidence. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
