Engineering Program

The engineering program at Jamestown Community College prepares students for careers in biomedical engineering, civil and environmental engineering, chemical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, geological and mining engineering and sciences, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and more. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. Program courses include: engineering physics and analysis, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, design, materials engineering, and mechatronics. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer engineering program.

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Jamestown Community College

953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY

About
Jamestown Community College, located in Jamestown, New York, was  founded in 1950 and was the first community college in New York State. The school operates four campuses located in Jamestown, Dunkirk, Olean, and a fourth site in Warren, Pennsylvania. The school is a member institution of the State University of New York System. The school has grown from an initial enrollment 169 students to over 3500 annually.

Academics
Jamestown Community College is a comprehensive community college that provides transfer and career training opportunities through its many programs. Academic transfer is accomplished by completing a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a bachelor degree program, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution in order to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training and vocational programs provide an in depth education in a given field or industry that prepares individuals from entry into the workforce as qualified professionals. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Communication
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid
Jamestown Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows entry for any individual that completes the application for admission, pays all fees and is a high school graduate or 18 years of age or older. Students should supply transcripts and test scores if available and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Participation in orientation and meeting with a counselor are also encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determined by a student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Jamestown Community College offers an associate's degree program in engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Ithaca, NY
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $107640

Energy Engineers

Description

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).