Certificate of Completion Pre-Engineering
The entry-level education required for employment as an engineer is a bachelor’s degree. Students can begin their engineering education at SKC while benefiting from small class sizes and complete the last two years of the bachelor’s degree at another college or university such as at Montana State University or Montana Tech. SKC offers the foundational science and mathematics courses that are requirements for many different engineering bachelor’s. Additionally, students can learn practical skills related to engineering via our digital fabrication courses in 3D Printing and Computer-Aided Design and our Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Lab (AMIL).
Program Details
Education Opportunities
Students can begin their engineering education at SKC while benefiting from small class sizes and complete the remaining engineering courses in bachelor’s degree programs at another college or university such as Montana State University or Montana Technological University. The SKC program advisor will aid students in transferring to other academic institutions upon completion of the program.
Career Opportunities
Engineers have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of industries and work environments throughout the United States. Employers of engineers include tribally-owned engineering and technology businesses, other private sector businesses, and government agencies.
Program Learning Outcomes
A student that successfully completes the Certificate of Completion in Pre-Engineering will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of essential concepts of mathematics and their interconnectedness
- Think critically, and problem solve using mathematical ideas
- Apply the concepts of physics to practical situations
- Demonstrate effective technical communication skills
Requirements and Prerequisites
The program advisor will help students determine their entry point into the foundational math and science classes that make up the bulk of the coursework in the Certificate Program. All new students must complete the SKC writing and math assessment in order to get them started in the correct English and Math courses.
Apply now and enjoy a unique educational experience that blends Western academic knowledge with Native American perspectives and practices. Benefit from smaller class sizes, personalized attention, and opportunities for hands-on learning and research. Join a supportive community that values cultural diversity and academic excellence, and prepare for a successful career and leadership role in your community. Apply today and start your journey towards a brighter future at SKC!