Engineering Program

The engineering program at Lake Land 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 Illinois colleges that offer engineering program.

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Lake Land College

1905 W. Field Court, Lake Forest, IL

Lake Land College (LLC) is found in Mattoon, Illinois, a city with a population of 18,555 and famous for its railroads. The city holds a number of different events and activities every year, including Bagelfest every July, which brings a large fair. Mattoon is also known as the “Bagel capital of the world, with Lender’s Bagels company making itself at home about 25 years ago.

Lake Land College provides a wide variety of academic options as a community college. As a student at Lake Land College, you can earn a two year associate’s degree as well as a number of different certification programs. Enrollment at the college stood at 20,003 this year, and in 2012, the total cost of tuition for in state residents was $5,949. For out of state students, that number just about doubled to $10,814, which makes it a less appealing option for students who are trying to get an associate’s degree on a budget. However, the options offered by LLC remain intriguing. Its vocational training offers some of the following possible majors:

• Math and Science
• Allied Health
• Agriculture
• Humanities
• Communications
• Social Science
• Technology
• Education

For those interested in attending Lake Land College, the college offers financial aid in the form of federal loans, grants, work study, and merit scholarships. The scholarship application can be found on the school’s website, along with the traditional admissions application.

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lake Land 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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $129290
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $108790
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 590
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $137270

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).