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3-2 Engineering Program

Why take courses in the 3-2 Engineering Program?

The 3-2 Engineering Program grants students the opportunity to pursue studies in the liberal arts, including mathematics and sciences, during three years at Oberlin before later completing an accredited schedule of engineering courses during two years at an affiliated engineering school.

What kinds of questions does 3-2 Engineering explore?

  • What solutions to real-world problems are possible within the constraints of laws and ethics?  

  • How can science push boundaries to solve current and future problems facing our society? 
  • What are the full implications of a technology’s development?

 

What advice would you give students interested in this program?

There are many paths through the program and students can begin with STEM courses that align with their interests.

Taking Courses

Courses for non-majors or general interest

  • Introductory courses in Physics, Computer Science, or Chemistry will provide students with a good foundation for this program.

Getting started in the major

Students are encouraged to take a math course during their first semester and should consult the math department to determine the appropriate course.

    Advanced Placement Credit 

    The advanced placement credit is based on the guidelines of the department offering the course. Refer to the AP/IB chart for complete information about AP test scores. 

    Majoring in 3-2 Engineering

    Provided are two examples of how a student could distribute courses required for the major over three years. See the catalog for additional details about major requirements.

    Sample Three-Year Plans
      Fall Spring
      Y1 Fall MATH 133 Spring MATH 134
      Y2 Fall MATH 231 Spring CSCI 150
      Y3 Fall MATH 234 Spring  
      Fall Spring
      Y1 Fall CHEM 101 Spring CHEM 102
      Y2 Fall PHYS 110 Spring PHYS 111
      Y3 Fall PHYS 212 Spring  

     

    Related Areas of Study

    Chemistry; Computer Science; Mathematics; Physics. 

    Learn More

    3-2 Engineering Major
    3-2 Engineering Department