Should You Transfer to City College for Engineering?

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The discussion centers on a student planning to take Calculus I and Physics I at Bronx Community College (Bronx CC) while considering a transfer to City College for an engineering major, likely in mechanical or electrical engineering. Bronx CC offers a linked course for Calculus I and Physics I, which is appealing, but City College may provide a more rigorous academic environment. The student is advised to consult with academic advisors at City College for guidance on the transfer process and course equivalencies. It is noted that the CUNY system allows for flexibility, including dual enrollment options. Additionally, it is highlighted that City College's engineering programs recommend completing Calculus I before taking Physics courses, suggesting that the student should weigh the benefits of immediate transfer against the structured course offerings at Bronx CC.
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This upcoming Fall semester I will be able to take Calc I and Physics I. I am currently attending Bronx CC and my transfer school would be City College. I am interested in engineering (specific branch still under consideration, leaning mechanical/electrical).

Bronx CC is offering a Calculus I class that is linked to the Physics I class while it seems a similar option is not available at City. I would like to transfer to City ASAP since it is a 4yr school and the classes might be more rigorous yet at the same time Bronx CC's class offer is appealing.

What kind of advice would you offer?

Here are a few helpful links, feel free to request additional info.

Engineering Science Major @ Bronx CC: http://www.bcc.cuny.edu/DegreePrograms/DegreePrograms.cfm?DegreeID=16

City College Engineering Programs: http://www1.ccny.cuny.edu/prospective/academics/upload/Electrical.pdf
http://www1.ccny.cuny.edu/prospective/academics/upload/Mechanical.pdf
 
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Talk to (or email) an advisor at the school you want to transfer to. They will be able to advise you better than anybody on here. If they blow you off, call/email another advisor in the department until they get back to you.
 
Why not just do dual enrollment? The CUNY system is flexible, and by flexible I mean extremely flexible. Once you're in City College you should be able to get automatic permission to take classes at any CC in the CUNY system as well.
 
I will be transferring. I discovered a sequence of 12 credits from Bronx CC only transfer to 8 credits at City. I would have to transfer at some point, anyways; might as well transfer now. Additionally, the engineering programs at City recommend the student completes Calc I first before attempting the Physics courses; that path is probably better for me given my current and future situation. Thanks kylem and Leptos for your input.
 
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