Engineering Program

The engineering program at Rose State 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer engineering program.

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Rose State College

1701 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK

About
Rose State College, located in Midwest City, Oklahoma, was founded in 1971 when it was known as Mid-Del Junior College, the Oscar Rose College which lasted until 1983 when the school received it third and current name, Rose State College. The school is located near downtown Oklahoma City, offering students easy access to many facilities and resources outside of the school's campus. The school is a public two year open-enrollment institution dedicated to providing quality education to its students through a multitude of academic and career programs. Additionally, the school provides online and evening courses to allow students to create flexible schedules.

Academics
Rose State College offers a number of degrees and programs, allowing students to choose the program that best suits his or her vision of the future, be it continued education or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education at low cost, and once completed apply to a four year institution to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Students should meet with a academic counselor to develop a curriculum that best allows for academic transfer to the student's desired four year institution or institutions.

Career training programs provide students with an education in one of many high demand fields, particularly those in demand in the community. Students enrolled in such a program will develop the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce as a professional in their field of study, able to perform tasks and duties as required. A career training program educates students through practical and classroom educational methods, better preparing them for the work environment. Students will earn a certificate or bachelor's degree demonstrating competency and allowing for immediate work at the entry level upon completion of a program, which typically takes between one and two years to complete.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Paralegal Studies
• Dental Assisting
• Environmental Science
• Mathematics

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Rose State College will be admitted if the meet the minimum criterion put forth by the school as an open enrollment institution. Students must either be a high graduate or have had their class graduate in order to be eligible for admission. Students who meet the criterion must complete the application for admission in order to be able to register for courses. It is advised that students meet with an academic counselor to determine their program of choice and curriculum prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine need, program eligibility and monetary awards. Students may be required to provide additional financial information prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure that the information provided by the FAFSA is true and accurate.

Clubs and Organizations
Students at Rose State College are encouraged to participate in one or more of the many clubs sanctioned by the school. Such clubs explore a variety of topics and activities, allowing students to cultivate pre-existing interests or to experience something new. Many clubs focus on social and cultural issues, while others a particular field of interest, with other still focused on academic achievement and betterment. Students who do not find a club that caters to their interests or hobbies may apply to the school to establish one of their own. Clubs and organizations are an excellent method for meeting individuals who share similar interests and goals, and are often at the center of the formation of strong bonds that often last long after the students have graduated.

Clubs and organizations at Rose State College include:

• Chess Club
• Drama Club
• Go Green Club
• Student Senate
• Toastmasters International Club

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rose State 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

• Tulsa, OK
  • Total Employment: 690
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $126870

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).