Engineering

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Do you excel in mathematics and science?

Hone your skills, refine your strengths and maximize your abilities at College of the Mainland. Students can earn an Associate of Science in Chemical Engineering or an Associate of Science in Engineering, which prepares them to transfer to a university.

Students will build a foundational knowledge of engineering principles and explore concepts through labs, hands-on class activities, and extra-curricular opportunities.

Application Deadline

Next Apply Date

3/10/26

Next Start Date

8/20/26

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Degrees & Certificates

Associate of Science - Chemical Engineering

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Chemical engineering is one of today’s most versatile engineering fields. You’ll design safe, sustainable, and economical equipment for large-scale chemical or biological manufacturing plants or protect the environment by inventing cleaner technologies or modeling the environmental impacts of chemical processes.

Length

60 Credit Hours
4 semesters on average
Full-Time Schedule

Costs

In-District Tuition: $1,155 per semester for 15 credit hours
Tuition & Fees

Mode

In-Person and Online

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Prerequisites:

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Associate Science - Engineering

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The Associate of Science in Engineering is designed for students who plan to transfer to a Bachelor of Science degree program at a four-year college or university.

Length

60 Credit Hours
4 semesters on average
Full-Time Schedule

Costs

In-District Tuition: $1,155 per semester for 15 credit hours
Tuition & Fees

Mode

In-Person and Online

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Accreditation

College of the Mainland is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees and certificates.

Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of College of the Mainland.

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I'm looking forward to the robotics. We're going to program them to do simple tasks. At the end of the semester we get to battle the robots against each other.
Vincent Marmolejo
Chemical Engineering Student

Careers & Outcomes

Engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines. This program sets you up for transfer to a four-year degree.

Reach Out To Us

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you have questions about admissions or want to speak to someone in the program, our enrollment team is ready to help.
Enrollment Management
409-938-1211
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Additional Program Information

Financial Aid and Scholarships Available

High school diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE).

  • Apply to COM and submit the necessary documents (transcripts, meningitis vaccination if under 22 and proof of Texas residency).
  • Meet with Academic Advisor.

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