Engineering is a popular career because engineers have a variety of employment opportunities with some of the highest starting salaries. Engineering, however, is a rigorous program that often requires more than four years of study. Our program provides the first two years in small classes that provide challenging projects but with more individual attention than at most four-year institutions. With an A.S. in Engineering from Western, you will have a strong foundation in engineering science, the liberal arts, and mathematics that you will need to transfer and successfully complete a bachelor's degree at a four-year institution.