Engineering Program

The engineering program at Ulster County 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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Ulster County Community College (SUNY Ulster)

7 Columbia Cir, Albany, NY

Start here. Go far. This is the motto adhered to by the SUNY Ulster College as it continues to provide accessible, affordable and excellent education responsive to the needs of the community. SUNY Ulster serves as one of the branch campuses of the State University of New York (SUNY). This campus is situated in the Hudson Valley, a rural area proximal to the cities of Kingston, Woodstock and New Paltz.

As a comprehensive two-year institution, SUNY Ulster offers multitude of programs designed cultivate the knowledge and competence of the students as preparation for a professional career or higher education. Students who opt to pursue a four-year course can transfer to some of the leading four-year public and private colleges across the state and the nation. Online and distance learning opportunities are also available for students who require flexibility in education.

SUNY Ulster is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Moreover, the Nursing program and Veterinary Technology Program of this college is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and American Veterinary Medical Association, respectively. 

In addition to its academic programs, SUNY Ulster offers several special programs for high school students and adults, who wish to take college courses, enhance their skills and learn new disciplines. These programs are made accessible to the community with scholarships and financial assistance. 

SUNY Ulster values academic excellence in the same way it considers arts and athletics as essential part of the institution. This college showcases artistic expression and innovation through the Quimby Theater and Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery. It is also a home to the Senators athletic team competing in different sports like soccer, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis, volleyball and softball.

Academics http://www.sunyulster.edu/academics/

Admission http://www.sunyulster.edu/admissions/

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ulster County 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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 430
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $147260

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).