The College of Engineering and Computer Science
University of Central Florida
Introduction of Engineering & Computer Science Staff/Majors
Engineer of Tomorrow Advising & Academic Tools Student Responsibilities and Challenges Academic Expectations Department Information Sessions
Agenda
Welcome!
Dr. Charles Reilly, Associate Dean
Academic Affairs Office
Kim Small, Director
Academic Affairs Office
Academic Affairs Advising Team
Paul Edlen Meena Datta
Nina Leonard Brittany Kester
Engineering 1, Room 107 (407) 823-2455
Kim Small [email protected]
Paul Edlen [email protected]
Meena Datta [email protected]
Nina Leonard [email protected]
Brittany Kester [email protected]
CECS Academic Affairs Office
Academic Advising
File Forms
Act as Student’s Advocate
Be a Guide to Additional UCF Services.
What We Can Do for You!
5 Departments:
Mechanical & Aerospace Materials Science
Industrial Engineering & Management Systems Civil, Construction, & Environmental
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
Offering:11 Bachelors Degrees14 Masters Degrees 9 Doctoral DegreesAccelerated BS-to-MS Degrees
` 7 Specialty Research Institutes
CECS Programs
College of Engineering & Computer Science Majors
• Aerospace Engineering• Mechanical Engineering• Civil Engineering• Construction Engineering• Environmental Engineering• Computer Engineering• Electrical Engineering• Photonic Science &
Engineering• Industrial Engineering• Computer Science• Information Technology
Pending Must complete pending requirement courses
MAC 2311C Calculus w/ Analytical Geometry I MAC 2312 Calculus w/ Analytical Geometry II PHY 2048C Physics for Engineers & Scientists I CHS 1440/ CHM 2045C/ equivalent Chemistry UCF Cumulative GPA of 2.0
Declare your major online While enrolled in your final pending requirement courses MyUCF > Student Center > Change of Major: Request Final approval of major change AFTER completion of courses
Limited course access for registration
Engineering Major Access
EGS 1006C Introduction to Engineering• Explanation of each of the Engineering disciplines• Engineering Survival Guide• Interactive lab sessions• Mars Rover competition
EGN 1007C Engineering Concepts & Methods• Discipline-specific components• Introduced to engineering software packages• Great Navel Orange Race
The Freshman Experience
• Finance • Computer & Information Sciences
• Accounting• Mechanical Engineering
• Business Administration/Management• Electrical Engineering• Computer Engineering
• Marketing/Marketing Management• Management Information Systems
• Logistics/Materials Management
Source: Job Outlook 2014 Survey, National Association of Colleges and Employers
Top 10 Most In-Demand MajorsAccording to Forbes Magazine (5/16/12) “Engineering Majors comprise one third of the most valuable majors” when it comes to salary and job opportunities.
1. Job satisfaction
2. Variety of career opportunities
3. Challenging work
4. Intellectual development
5. Potential to benefit society
6. Financial security- Graduates receive the highest starting salary of any discipline
7. Prestige
8. Professional environment
9. Technological and scientific discovery
10. Creative thinking
About What Are Engineers and Computer Scientists Passionate?
Team players
Integrity
Customer service focus
Excellent communication skills
Adaptable, willing to accept change
Computer & technical skills
Interest in continuing education
Employers Look for More Than Just a Degree
How do you show employers that you have these skills?
Now that you know about us and what we do….
Why are you here and what do you want to do at UCF?
We Are Looking For The Next Generation of Engineering Leaders!
1. Co-ops and internships
2. Undergraduate research, take advantage of opportunities
3. Student Organizations, get involved
4. Ask questions, be proactive
5. Graduate school, prepare now
6. Faculty, introduce yourself
Gaining a Competitive Advantage
• 25+ Engineering Student Organizations are active on the UCF campus
• Compete in local and national Engineering competitions.
Get Involved in YOUR College!
Civil Engineering National Student Steel Bridge
Building Contest
ASCE Concrete Canoe Competition
Find Your Passion!
UCF Programming Team wins 2013 Southeast Championship in the
United States
UCF student engineering entrepreneur team from MAE won the top prize of $100,000 and a summer trip to the White House in the 2012 ACC Clean Energy Challenge
UCF Cyber Defense Team places first in the 2014 Raytheon National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Critical for engineering/computer science majors
Bridges the Gap between where you are Now and where you want to be in the Future
Student’s responsibility to utilize academic advising
Academic Advising
Advising Fall Term Spring Term
Freshman Year First Year Advising & Exploration
CECS Academic Affairs Office (ENGR 107)
Sophomore Year CECS Academic Affairs Office (ENGR 107)
Junior Year
Senior YearCECS Academic Affairs
Office (ENGR 107) Department & Faculty
Advising
UCF Advising Structure
Degree Audit
General Education Course List
Flow Diagram
4-year Plan
UCF Undergraduate Catalog
Department/Faculty Advisor
ENGR 1, Room 107
Advising Tools
Four-Year Plan
UCF Undergraduate Catalog
General Information, General Education, Pending Majors, etc.
Kim Small ENGR 107 823-2455 [email protected]
Paul Edlen ENGR 107 823-2455 [email protected]
Meena Datta ENGR 107 823-2455 [email protected]
Nina Leonard ENGR 107 823-2455 [email protected]
Brittany Kester ENGR 107 823-2455 [email protected]
Major Advisors:
Aerospace Engineering Ms. Lynn Grabenhorst ENG1 381 823-2416 [email protected]
Civil Engineering Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 [email protected]
Computer Engineering Dr. Samuel Richie HEC 345 [email protected]
Computer Science Dr. Ali Orooji HEC 345 823-2341 [email protected]
Construction Engineering Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 [email protected]
Electrical Engineering Dr. Samuel Richie HEC 345 [email protected]
Environmental Eng Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 [email protected]
Industrial Engineering Dr. William Thompson ENG2 312 823-2636 [email protected]
Information Technology Dr. Ali Orooji HEC 345 823-2341 [email protected]
Mechanical Engineering Ms. Lynn Grabenhorst ENG1 381 [email protected]
Photonic Science & Eng Mike McKee CREOL 108B 823-6376 [email protected]
Advising Contacts
Challenges to the New College Student
Difficulty level of coursework
Learning expectations of faculty
• Critical thinking
• Application of material
• Independent research
Length of program
Characteristics of the university
• Large
• Research-oriented
• Urban environment
Time Management
Distractions
• Friends
• Work
• On-line gaming & social networking
Independence & personal responsibility
• Taking the initiative, be proactive!
• Seek out resources
• Take responsibility for your own
education!
Financial Management Responsibilities
Staying healthy
Summer 2014 Deadlines
Session A B C D
Classes Begin May 12 June 23 May 12 May 12
Drop/Swap|Late Add
May 12-15|16 June 23-26|27 May 12-15|16 May 12-15|16
Grade Forgiveness Due
June 5 July 17 June 30 June 17
Withdrawal Deadline June 5 July 17 June 30 June 17
Classes End June 20 August 1 August 1 July 11
Classes Begin: August 18
Drop/Swap | Late Add: August 18-21|22
Grade Forgiveness Due: October 27
Withdrawal Deadline: October 27
Classes End: December 1
Finals: December 3-9
Fall 2014 Deadlines & Important Dates
Spring 2015 Deadlines & Important Dates
Classes Begin: January 12
Late Add/Drop: January 12 -15/16
Grade Forgiveness: March 24
Withdrawal Deadline: March 24
Classes End: April 27
Finals: April 29 – May 5
Math Placement Exam ALL students must have taken the placement
exam to be able to enroll in a math course tomorrow
AP/IB scores will not post until end of July – too late to get a seat in math course
Exceptions: Dual-Enrollment credit and AP/IB scores that have already been awarded (show proof)
Students that have not taken the Math Placement Exam are encouraged to do so following orientation
Graduation! You are responsible for your own education
Go to class Set up your Knights Mail; it is the PRIMARY means of communication Know your Financial Aid renewal requirements Study Be successful in math courses Review audit each semester to track progress in major
Take advantage of what UCF has to offer Tutoring Advisement Faculty/Teaching Assistant office hours Scholarships, apply early
Your education does not end with a bachelors degree Graduate school Life-long learning
Academic Expectations
Thank You