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2025-2026 Catalog
Engineering Major
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REQUIREMENTS FOR A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN ENGINEERING:
Liberal Arts Core - Credits: 32-34
Every Fort Lewis College student must complete both the Liberal Arts Core (LAC) and the requirements of a major. Classes marked [LAC] count towards the Liberal Arts Core. Some of these classes can also count towards the requirements of a major. Taking these classes can satisfy both the LAC and major requirements and increase the number of free electives you get. Talk with your advisor to learn more.
See a full list of Liberal Arts Core courses here. | First-Year Launch Course | 1 course | FLC 100 (Credits: 1) | | | | | | Communication | 2 courses | COMP 150 AND one CO2 course (Credits: 6) | | | | OR | | | | One CO2 course AND One CO3 course (Credits: 6) | | | | | | Mathematics | 1 course | One MA1 course (Credits: 3-4) | | | | | | Arts & Humanities | 2 courses | Two AH courses (Credits: 6) | | | | | | History | 1 course | One HI course (Credits: 3) | | | | | | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 1 course | One SS course (Credits: 3) | | | | | | Additional AH/HI/SS | 1 course | One additional AH or HI or SS course (Credits: 3) | | | | | | Natural & Physical Sciences | 2 courses | Two SC courses - one MUST include a lab (Credits: 7-8) | Major Requirements: Credits: 103-104 credits
A grade of C- or better is required for all courses in the major including departmental choice courses, concentration courses and Interdisciplinary and Preparatory courses. Required Courses (82 credits):
A grade of C- or better is required for all major core courses. Major Elective - Complete 1 course (3-4 credits):
Additional Major Requirements:
You may complete the additional requirements for this major in one of two ways: - Complete the General Engineering section shown below
OR - Complete the requirements of an area of Concentration (Concentrations: Applied Physics, Biomechanical, Computer/Digital Systems, Energy, Environmental, Global, Nanotechnology and Materials Science, Recreational Equipment Design, Robotics, and Structures)
If you complete a concentration, the concentration will be noted on your transcript. General Engineering (18 credits):
General Engineering Electives - Complete 18 credits:
A maximum of 2 courses may come from the list of Interdisciplinary courses: Interdisciplinary Courses:
A maximum of 2 courses (6-8 credits) from the following list can be applied to the 18 credit General Engineering Electives section. Applied Physics Concentration (18 credits):
Applied Physics Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-15 credits):
Applied Physics Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 3-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a total of 18 credits.
Biomechanical Concentration (18 credits):
Biomechanical Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-16 credits):
Note: a maximum of 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) can apply towards this concentration. Biomechanical Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 2-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a minimum of 18 credits. If you have completed the maximum 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) on the requirement above then all additional courses must be from CE, ENGR, and PHYS.
Computer/Digital Systems Concentration (18 credits):
Computer/Digital Systems Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-15 credits):
Computer/Digital Systems Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 3-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a total of 18 credits.
Energy Concentration (18 credits):
Energy Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-13 credits):
Energy Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 5-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a total of 18 credits.
Environmental Concentration (18 credits):
Environmental Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-14 credits):
Note: a maximum of 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) can apply towards this concentration. Environmental Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 4-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a minimum of 18 credits. If you have completed the maximum 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) on the requirement above then all additional courses must be from CE, ENGR, and PHYS.
Global Engineering Concentration (18 credits):
Global Engineering Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-13 credits):
Note: a maximum of 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) can apply towards this concentration. Global Engineering Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 5-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a minimum of 18 credits. If you have completed the maximum 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) on the requirement above then all additional courses must be from CE, ENGR, and PHYS.
Nanotechnology and Materials Science Concentration (18 credits):
Nanotechnology and Materials Science Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-16 credits):
Nanotechnology and Materials Science Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 2-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a total of 18 credits.
Recreational Equipment Design Concentration (18 credits):
Recreational Equipment Design Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-13 credits):
Note: a maximum of 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) can apply towards this concentration. Recreational Equipment Design Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 5-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a minimum of 18 credits. If you have completed the maximum 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) on the requirement above then all additional courses must be from CE, ENGR, and PHYS.
Robotics Concentration (18 credits):
Robotics Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12-16 credits):
Robotics Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 2-6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a total of 18 credits.
Structures Concentration (18 credits):
Structures Concentration Electives - Complete 4 courses (12 credits):
Note: a maximum of 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) can apply towards this concentration. Structures Concentration Departmental Electives - Complete 6 credits:
- Complete additional courses from the General Engineering Electives list above to reach a minimum of 18 credits. If you have completed the maximum 2 courses from outside the department (CE, ENGR, PHYS) on the requirement above then all additional courses must be from CE, ENGR, and PHYS.
Free Electives - Credits: Variable
Chosen in conjunction with your academic advisor to assure that the total graduation credit requirement for this program is met. Many students choose to use free electives to complete the requirements for a certificate, minor, or teacher licensure.
Note: Students who complete the Liberal Arts Core in fewer than 32–34 credits or meet a prerequisite or course requirement through transfer, examination, or prior learning will have additional free electives. Taking classes in the major requirements that have the [LAC] tag can grant additional free electives. Talk with your advisor to learn more. Upper Division Requirement - Credits: 36
Among the total required courses, at least 36 credits must be upper division (300- and 400-level) courses. This major may require additional courses to meet the upper division requirement. Course Information
Before registering for a course, make sure you are eligible. Ensure you meet all the prerequisite courses, minimum prerequisite grades, and the minimum class standing, if applicable. If you are not eligible for a course, you may be able to enroll with an override from the instructor. Contact your advisor or the instructor of the course if you would like assistance requesting an override. Additional Program Notes
A grade of C- or better is required for all courses in the major including departmental choice courses, concentration courses and Interdisciplinary and Preparatory courses. TOTAL REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION - CREDITS: 135-136
All curricular requirements for the Liberal Arts Core and at least one major must be met. Many students choose to use free electives to complete the requirements for a certificate, minor or teacher licensure. A minimum of 15 credits of coursework must be completed in the combined areas of AH/HI/SS. Students must achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 and a minimum grade point average of 2.00 for those courses accepted to meet the requirements for the major, a certificate or minor. A minimum of 30 credits must be completed at Fort Lewis College. College-sponsored off-campus academic experiences are considered “in residence.” |
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