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Engineering Your Future. Presented by the Office of Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support. Welcome Class of 2014!. Today Academic Advising and Resources University Policies Clark School of Engineering Policies Clark School of Engineering Benchmarks - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Engineering Your Future
Presented by the Office of Undergraduate Presented by the Office of Undergraduate Advising & Academic SupportAdvising & Academic Support
Welcome Class of 2014!
Today• Academic Advising and Resources• University Policies• Clark School of Engineering Policies• Clark School of Engineering Benchmarks• General Education (CORE) Course Requirements• How to Build Your Schedule
Tomorrow• Introduction to UM Technology• Registration
Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support Office
• Suite 1131 in Glenn L. Martin Hall• Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm
www.eng.umd.edu/current/advising/
• How our office supports students:– Advise undecided Engineering students
– General education (CORE) questions
– University policies and procedures
– Lower level engineering courses
– Transfer credit evaluations
– Maintaining student records
Online Forms• Curriculum sheets• 4-year degree plans• Internal major change• Exception to Policy• Permission to Enroll (at
another institution)• Double Degree Forms• Graduation Forms
Majors and Minors 9 Undergraduate Majors• Aerospace• Bioengineering• Chemical & Bio-molecular• Civil & Environmental• Computer• Electrical• Fire Protection• Materials Science• Mechanical
5 Minors• Engineering Leadership• International Engineering• Nanotechnology• Project Management• Nuclear Engineering
What if your ‘major’ is undecided engineering?
• First year of coursework is essentially the same for all engineering majors
• Your advisor will make referrals based upon your interests
• Declare no later than the end of your third semester
Academic Advising
• Each semester, engineering students must have a registration block lifted by their primary academic advisor prior to registration
• Your registration date and time is posted on MyUM– Academics & Testudo Tab– Registration dates and times are based on the total number of
credits earned– Students are responsible for knowing when they can
register and for meeting with their advisor PRIOR to their registration date and time
Academic Advising
In the Clark School of Engineering, there are two types of advisors. Departmental Advisor
– A departmental advisor is a faculty or staff member from your engineering major who you will meet with prior to registering each semester
– Departmental advisors are available to help you with course evaluation, research opportunities, technical elective selection, and 4-year plan questions
• For students with a declared major, the departmental advisor is your primary advisor
Academic Advising
The other type of advisor is: UA&AS Advisor
– Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support (UA&AS) advisors represent the entire college
– They are available to help with general questions, policy violations, General Education requirements, major changes, etc.
• For students who are undecided engineering, the UA&AS advisor is your primary advisor and will remove your registration block, until you have declared your major
Advisor Responsibilities
• Facilitate degree and class decision-making– Offer and explain all related options
• Serve as a referral agent• Help navigate campus and college resources• Respond without judgment• Provide information on academic requirements
needed for graduation
Top 10 Ways to Make the Most of Engineering Advising10. Full Name & UID: in all advising correspondence
9. Utilize the wealth of UM resources available to you
8. Maintain a file of all important academic documents
7. Make regular contact with your advisor
6. Follow thru on referrals made by your advisor
Top 10 Ways to Make the Most of Engineering Advising5. Come prepared for advising with a list of courses you
wish to take and questions about your curriculum or major choice
4. Check your email and MyUM Messages regularly
3. Utilize Degree Navigator and the UA&AS website to stay familiar with your degree requirements
2. Be proactive and ask for help when needed
1. Take responsibility for your academic decisions, progress and success
University Policies
Repeat Policy• Students may repeat up to 18 credit hours• Any course may be attempted twice (repeated once)• A “W” counts as an attempt• Both attempts and grades earned will appear on transcript• Both attempts are calculated into the cumulative GPA…
…except for courses originally taken during your first 24 credits, in which case there is a grace period. If the course is repeated, only
the higher grade will count in your UM GPA.
Calculating GPA• GPA is calculated by dividing the total number
of quality points accumulated in all courses by the total number of credits attempted in those courses.
• Quality points are determined by multiplying the number of credits for a course by the numerical value (grade points) of the grade earned.
• Let’s say that you took ENGL101, a three credit course, and earned a grade of C-
• To determine the number of quality points earned for ENGL101:3 (credits) x 2 (grade points) = 6 quality points earned for this course
Course (credits) Grade QP
ENES100 (3) B- 9
CHEM135 (3) C+ 6
ENES182 (1) B 3
MUET200 (3) F 0
MATH140 (4) D 4
Semester Credits: 14 Semester QP: 22
Cumulative GPA: 1.571
Example of Grade Replacement
Credits: 14 (1st semester) + 16 (2nd semester) – 7 (can’t double count
credits of courses that are repeated) 23 total
Course (credits) Grade QP
ENGL101(3) C 6
CCJS105 (3) C+ 6
ENES102 (3) C 6
MUET200 (3): Repeated C+ 6
MATH140 (4): Repeated C- 8
Semester Credits: 16 Semester QP: 32
Total Credits: 23 Total QP: 50
Cumulative GPA: 2.17450 (quality points) ÷ 23 (credits)
= 2.174 GPA
QP: 22 (1st semester) + 32 (2nd semester) – 4 (for classes being repeated) 50 total
University Policies
Student Academic Success Policy• All students are required to create a 4-Year Plan • Your 4-year plan is your personal map for registration and
progression toward a timely graduation; it is a flexible plan which can be adjusted as needed
University Policies
Drop Policy• After the schedule adjustment period ends, students cannot
drop more than 4 credits in any given semester – Dropping a course (withdrawing) results in a ‘W’ on your transcript
• In the event of an extenuating circumstance, students may withdraw from all classes one time
Probation and Dismissal Policies• Students with a cumulative GPA of less than 2.0 are placed on
academic probation for the following semester• Students who do not raise their cumulative GPA to a 2.0 during
their probationary semester will be academically dismissed from the university and the Clark School of Engineering
Engineering Policies
Graduation Policies• 2.0 (C+, C, C-) or better in all technical courses (non-CORE)• 120 credits minimum (124 credits minimum for Aerospace)
– No more than ½ of your UM degree credits can be from a community college
• All degree applicable courses must be regular grading method• Graduation will be denied if any Incompletes (I) or No Grades
(NG) have not been resolved
Non-Maryland Coursework Policy• A ‘Permission to Enroll’ (PTE) form must be submitted and
approved prior to taking any course at another institution– Students MUST be in good academic standing (GPA ≥ 2.0)– Students must meet all prerequisites for the requested course
CORE Folder
We will now distribute CORE folders for everyone. Please locate the Benchmark Contract and the
FERPA Release Form in the front pocket.
Have a writing utensil available.
BenchmarksA benchmark is a progress indicator that looks at coursework completed by a certain point in a student’s academic career
45 Credit Review•After 45 UM credits (excluding AP and transfer credits), all Engineering students must meet the following requirements:
– Completion of the following gateway courses:• ENGL101• At least one Distributive Studies course from Humanities or Social Sciences
(HL, HA, HO, SH, SB, or IE)• MATH141 (Calculus II) with a minimum grade of 2.0 (C+, C, C-)• ENES100 (Intro ENGR Design)with a minimum grade of 2.0 (C+, C, C-)• PHYS161 (Physics I) with a minimum grade of 2.0 (C+, C, C-)• CHEM135 (Chemistry for ENGR)with a minimum grade of 2.0 (C+, C, C-)
– Only one gateway course may be repeated and that course may only be repeated once. A grade of ‘W’ (Withdrawal) counts as an attempt.
– A minimum grade point average of 2.0
Benchmarks
2nd & 3rd Benchmarks• The 2nd and 3rd benchmarks evaluate coursework completed by the
end of the second and fourth semesters after you are initially reviewed for the 45 Credit Review.
• Each benchmark specifies course criteria that must be met for satisfactory progress. Failure to meet the benchmark requirements could jeopardize one’s status as a student in the Clark School.
• Students can track their benchmark progress on Degree Navigator.
• Find additional information at:
www.eng.umd.edu/current/advising/degree-plan
Your signature on this form today acknowledges your understanding of these performance reviews!
Student Rights
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) a.k.a. Buckley Amendment
• You have the right to inspect your education records and seek to correct these records where appropriate
• You have the right to limit disclosure of your education records to others without your written consent (if you are at least 18 years old)
You must COMPLETE the FERPA release form• Print your name and date on the form • It is your choice whether or not to sign giving UA&AS
permission to discuss your academic records with your parent/guardian, if they request information.
CORE Folder
Please open your CORE folder to page 2.
CORE - Fundamental Studies• Introduction to Writing
– Attempt course within first 30 credits, complete course within first 60 credits
– Exemptions:• SAT: Critical Reading score 670 or above• AP English Language & Composition Test
score equal to 4 or 5• Transfer credit from another institution
• Mathematics– Attempt course within first 30 credits,
complete course within first 60 credits
• Professional Writing– Required for all engineering students– Taken after 60 credits earned
Three Courses Required
Course
Introduction to Writing
ENGL 101
Mathematics MATH 140
Professional Writing
ENGL 393
CORE - Distributive Studies• Humanities and the Arts
– 3 courses required
• Social Sciences and History– 3 courses required
• *Only ONE (IE) course (3 credits) may count towards CORE
• Human Cultural Diversity– 1 course required– Can be satisfied by one of the
6 distributive studies courses if chosen carefully
Humanities
and the ArtsSocial Sciences
and History
1 Literature
(HL)
1 Social or Political History
(SH)
1 The History or Theory of the Arts
(HA)
1 Behavioral and Social Sciences
(SB)
1 other Humanities and the Arts
(HL, HA, HO)
or Interdisciplinary and Emerging Issues (IE*)
1 additional Behavioral and Social Sciences
(SB)
or Interdisciplinary and Emerging Issues (IE*)
CORE - Distributive and Advanced Studies• Science and Mathematics
– 3 courses required
• Courses in this category are satisfied by Engineering major requirements!
• Advanced Studies– Two upper level 3-credit
courses outside of your major (may include an approved CORE Capstone course)
– See your individual major curriculum sheet or an advisor for further guidelines
Three Courses Required
Course
1 Lab Science
(PL or LL)PHYS 260 and 261
1 Science
(PS, PL, LS, or LL)ENES 100
1 Science or Mathematics and Formal Reasoning
(PS, PL, LS, LL, or MS)
MATH 140
Math Placement
• The Clark School of Engineering relies on the Math Placement Exam results to place students into the most appropriate math course for the coming semester
• Confirmed AP or IB scores on your UM transcript or official score reports may override MPE results– If there is a discrepancy between MPE results and AP/IB
scores, please discuss this with an advisor
• Engineering does not consider Math SAT results in determining math placement
Math Placement Exam (MPE) Results
• Your MPE eligibility is highlighted• Highest math eligibility is MATH140 for this exam• Acceptable sequence of lower-level math courses:
MATH003 MATH015 MATH115 MATH140
MATH220 is NOT acceptable as Calculus I
• Required sequence for most engineering degrees
MATH140 MATH141 MATH241 MATH246 MATH340 MATH341
Math Placement Exam
Students may retake the Math Placement Exam• May only retake the MPE once per semester• Utilize the MPE practice test and resources provided to help
you prepare for your retake• Must request the retake via email at: [email protected]
– Include your name and UID in the email
• More information and resources are available at:
www.math.umd.edu/undergraduate/credit/placement.html
UMD Transcript
AP/IB and Transfer Credits• Your transcript reflects what we have on record for you
– If you feel it is missing information, speak with your advisor tomorrow
• If there are courses on your transcript that you do not understand, speak with an advisor tomorrow
– Examples include PHYS141, PSYC100, GVPT170, ENGL240
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)
On the front:• The purple boxes refer to required major courses/labs• A sample schedule is provided in the blue box
– Basic outline for most students, adjustable for all majors
• Utilize the ENGL101 box to determine whether or not you are exempt from the Fundamental English requirement (FE)
On the back:• The blue boxes refer to optional courses• The red boxes refer to special program courses which are required
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)Math course selection• AP/IB Credit
– Depending upon your AP/IB score, you may have earned credit for MATH140 and/or MATH141
– You may elect to retake a math course for which you have earned credit
• MATH340 and MATH341 are courses available by invite only• Students in the Honors Programs may register for “H” versions of
math courses
• Input your math course into the first green box
MATH140 MATH141 MATH241 MATH246
MATH340 MATH341
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)Fundamental English requirement (FE)• Exemptions from the FE requirement
– SAT Critical Reading score– AP Language and Composition score
• Students in the Honors Programs may register for the “H” version of ENGL101
• Must be attempted in your first 30 credits at UM– Bioengineering students should take ENGL101 in the spring
Engineering Sciences courses (ENES100 and 102)• Co-requisite of MATH140
• ENES100 or 102 may be taken in the Fall– Electrical, Computer and Chemical Engineers require only ENES100
• Students in the Honors Programs should register for ENES102H
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)
General Chemistry for Engineers (CHEM135)• Co-requisite of MATH115• Exemption from CHEM135
– AP score of a 5 OR IB score of a 6 or a 7
• Computer Engineers should take CMSC131– Take CHEM135 in the spring
General Chemistry Lab for Engineers (CHEM136)• Required for Chemical, Material Science, and Bioengineering• Exemption from CHEM136
– AP score of a 4 OR IB score of a 5
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)
Other Exemptions• ENEE140: Exemption exam offered OR AP exemption
– JAVA A: score of a 5– JAVA AB: score of a 4 OR 5
• CMSC131: Exemption exam offered OR AP exemption– JAVA A: score of a 5– JAVA AB: score of a 4 OR 5
• Contact the department for more information about exemption exams
Freshman Schedule Builder (FSB)
How to Thrive Amongst the Competition
• Manage your time efficiently for study, classes, rest and recreation
• Go to class every day!• Meet with your professors after class and during office
hours• Get involved! • Start growing your professional career now
– consider a co-op experience or internship– consider a study abroad experience
Expectations for Tomorrow
• Arrive on time!!• Bring:
– your completed FSB– all materials you received today– a writing utensil– a copy of any AP/IB scores not listed on your transcript, if
able to obtain them tonight
• Question #3– What is an IE course and how
many can be used to satisfy CORE?
• Answer– Interdisciplinary and
Emerging Issues– Only ONE (3) credit IE course
will apply towards CORE
Show What You Know!• Question #1
– How many credits do you need to complete to earn an Engineering degree?
• Answer– 120 credits (124 for
Aerospace majors)
• Question #2– In order to complete 120
credits in 4 years, how many credits would you need to take each fall and spring semester?
• Answer– 15 credits per semester
(for 8 semesters)
• Question #4– Who is your
primary advisor once you declare a major?
• Answer– Your departmental
advisor
Show What You Know!
• Question #5– In which Math
course must you achieve a 2.0 for the 45 Credit Review?
• Answer– Math141
• Question #6– What is the co-
requisite for ENES100?
• Answer– Math140
Show What You Know!
• Question #7– Which AP scores can be used for
registration tomorrow?
• Answer– Only Confirmed AP scores on your
UM transcript or official score reports
• Question #8– What should you bring to
orientation tomorrow?
• Answer– Everything! (CORE Folder, FSB,
MPE Letter, list of desired courses, pen/pencil)
Go Terps!