Engineering Mechanics – Online Microcredential

Learn the principles of mechanics to solve real-time engineering problems

Pursuing an engineering education at the university level is a wise career decision. Earning a digital credential in the process that will serve you well professionally is even wiser.

Gain the knowledge to solve problems that are encountered in almost every engineering application by earning a microcredential in engineering mechanics online. Watch the video »

By enrolling in Oregon State University’s online microcredential in engineering mechanics, you’ll gain the foundational knowledge every engineering student needs — whether you’re enrolled at Oregon State or another institution. You’ll also develop the skills to adeptly work with engineering technology, complete first-line engineering tasks and more.

Coursework

Required courses (9 credits)

• ENGR 211 - Statics (3)
• ENGR 212 - Dynamics (3)
• ENGR 213 - Strength of Materials (3)

Prerequisite courses

Some courses within Oregon State's online microcredential offerings may require you to complete prerequisites in order to enroll. Before applying, it's important to understand the timing and schedule for when microcredential courses are offered, including any prerequisite courses.

• MTH 252 – Intergal Calculus (4)
  
  • You have the opportunity to test out of MTH 252, or you can complete the course online through OSU Ecampus prior to enrolling in the microcredential.
• ENGR 211 - Statics (3)
• PH 211 – General Physics with Calculus (4)

Please contact the program lead for more details or connect with the Ecampus enrollment services team to learn more.

The course credits you earn in this microcredential can be directly applied toward a full Oregon State engineering bachelor’s degree program that is offered on campus in Corvallis or Bend or at another institution.

If you plan to apply these credits toward a full degree, we encourage you to first contact the program to learn about the degree requirements. Please note that acceptance into a microcredential does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.