Engineering and Physics

 

Why study Engineering and Physics?

With a focus on problem solving and critical thinking — and stoking a general sense of curiosity about the physical world — the Engineering and Physics discipline at COCC teaches core principles through interactive learning. Teamwork is a hallmark of both programs, where students collaborate on projects, demos, and design-builds while developing essential communication skills.

"The faculty were not only excellent in their fields but were amazing as teachers — something that's not true in every higher academic setting."

Kelsey Harpham, project manager, Alliance for Global Water Adaptation

Set in the College's state-of-the-art Science Center, students can access inspiring academic resources, including advanced lab equipment, glass-walled conference rooms, and cutting-edge educational research. Guest speakers and field trips to local firms and companies add real-world texture to the coursework.

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Program-Specific Information

Students pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) career can choose from either an Associate of Science degree with an engineering emphasis or an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with a focus on physics. Recent data shows that 95% of COCC students have passed the industry-standard Fundamentals of Engineering exam through the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying — the national average is in the 60-70% range.

Unique Features

 

 

CAREER INFORMATION

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Explore career paths in Engineering and Physics.

Career Paths in Engineering and Physics

STUDENT STORIES

Kelsey Harpham

Hear from Engineering and Physics students and graduates.

Student and Alumni Stories

MEET OUR FACULTY

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Faculty Profiles

Contacts

Science Department
541-383-7550
Department Directory

Sarah Fuller
Department Chair
541-383-7556
sfuller@cocc.edu

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