Common First Year
All first year students admitted into the College of Engineering enroll in a common set of courses during their first semester at NC State. For future semesters see your specific Degree Requirements.
The College of Engineering offers academic and career advising, tutoring in most subjects, and mentoring in order to facilitate success during your first year.
Fall Semester
- CH 101 General Chemistry I (3 credits)
- CH 102 General Chemistry Lab (1 credit)
- E 101 Introduction to Engineering & Problem Solving (1 credit)
- E 115 Introduction to Computing Environments (1 credit)
- ENG 101 Academic Writing and Research (4 credits)
- MA 141 Calculus I (4 credits) *
- EC 205 Introduction to Economics (3 credits)
- PE 1xx Physical Education Fitness & Wellness (1 credit)
Total Semester Credits = 17 - 18
Note: Students will be placed in calculus only with an SATII-Math, Level 2C score of at least 550, or an AP Calculus score of at least 2. All scores should be sent to the Admissions Office. We encourage students who are taking AP Calculus to also take the SATII-Math, Level 2C since AP scores are not available until July, after New Student Orientation, and in case the desired AP score is not achieved.
Courses taken in the first year may vary from this display if students earn advanced placement through the Advanced Placement Program, International Baccalaureate Program, or college credits earned while in high school. Official scores and college transcripts must be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for students to receive advanced placement.