# Mechanical Engineering (Certificate of Achievement)

Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Engineering

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**About the Program**

**Program Goal:** Local

**GE Pattern(s):** None

**Program Code:** 44142.00CA

The Certificate of Achievement in Mechanical Engineering is designed to cover the core mechanical engineering courses needed to transfer to a four-year program leading to the Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering at most four-year colleges and universities. The curriculum includes lower division courses in Mechanical Engineering. Major requirements can vary by university and catalog year. Students should consult with a counselor and utilize Assist.org to ensure this is the most efficient pathway for their academic and career goals.

**Program Learning Outcome(s):**
Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1.  Use the tools of Mathematics and Physics to solve engineering problems.
2.  Demonstrate an ability to develop engineering judgment in the solution of engineering problems by breaking problems down, solving each part, checking each solution and reassembling the problem for a final solution.
3.  Safely use and accurately interpret the output of standard measuring devices.
4.  Demonstrate knowledge of the general methods of problem solving using data gathered in the field.
5.  Demonstrate the ability to write comprehensive reports to communicate the analysis of various materials.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 20 |
| DFT 2 | Engineering Graphics I | 3 |
| DFT 8 | Engineering Graphics II | 3 |
| ENGR 2 | Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB | 3 |
| ENGR 8 | Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 45 | Materials Science | 4 |
| MATH 32 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 4 |
| **Total** | | **20** |