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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
Industrial and Systems Engineering
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Admission into the college of engineering is coordinated through the
University’s Office of Admissions. Admission decisions are based on SAT
or ACT scores, class rank and GPA. For admission to all programs in the
college of engineering, the applicant must present the following minimum
units of high school credit:
- 1. English - 4 units
emphasizing grammar, composition and literature
- 2. Science - 3 units
(including at least one unit in a biological or life science, one
unit in a physical science, and one unit in Chemistry. At least one
unit should have a laboratory component.)
- 3. Mathematics - 4
units (including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and an additional
unit beyond Algebra II - e.g., Trigonometry, Math Analysis, etc.).
Students entering with a deficiency in mathematics must begin with
Pre-Engineering Mathematics, which is not counted towards the
required semester hours for graduation. In this case the normal
mathematics sequence is shifted one semester.
- 4. Social Sciences -
2 units (including at least one unit in United States History)
- 5. Foreign Language
2 units are recommended in one foreign language.
- 6. Electives - 3
units (no more than 2 units in vocational subjects and 2 units in
the disciplines of Music and Physical Education)
Transfer students are
accepted into the college of engineering if the applicant has a minimum
2.5 GPA if transferring from a four-year institution with an accredited
engineering program, or a minimum 3.0 GPA if transferring from other
institutions.
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
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Conditional admission to
engineering programs may be given to some freshman students who do not
otherwise meet admission criteria. These students will receive advising
services directly from engineering professors. All conditionally
admitted students will be required to document that they have taken
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and an additional unit beyond Algebra II
(for example, Trigonometry, Mathematical Analysis, etc.).
Based on deficiencies
noted, conditionally admitted students will be advised to register for
additional freshman level courses prior to taking required courses and
may even be advised to take a reduced course load. Students should
consult their advisor for specific requirements. It should be noted that
these students may not be able to graduate in four years. Based on a
review of the student’s academic record, courses such as College Algebra
and Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Introductory Chemistry and Introductory
Physics may be assigned. These courses are preparatory in nature and do
not count toward degree credit in engineering and computer science. All
students admitted under this policy will undergo an academic review
after one year’s courses. Based on a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a “C” or
better in assigned courses, conditionally admitted freshmen will be
unconditionally admitted to their intended engineering major. Students
who do not meet the requirements of the one-year review will be
transferred to The Center for Student Success for further advisement.
Transfer students may also
be conditionally accepted into engineering programs. All students
transferred into engineering programs under this policy will undergo an
academic review after one semester. The conditions for transfer will be
stipulated by the department chair in writing and will form the basis
for the review after one semester. After satisfaction of the transfer
conditions, conditionally admitted transfer students will be
unconditionally admitted to their intended engineering major. Students
who do not meet the requirements of the review will be transferred to
the Center for Student Success for further advisement.
TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION
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Students are advised to
receive prior approval from their academic advisor and department
chairperson for courses to be considered for transfer credit from other
colleges and universities. The Office of Admissions may recommend a
preliminary award of transfer credits. However, the authority and
responsibility for the final decision for approval of transfer credits
rests with the academic departments.
ADVISING
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All students will be assigned an academic advisor.
Students are expected to meet their advisor for help
with the following issues:
- Interpreting
university, college and department regulations
- Providing general
information, advice, and academic recommendations
- Planning course
selections. Students must consult their advisor before registering
for courses.
- Ensuring that
students take electives that satisfy University and ABET category
requirements
- Helping students to
understand the degree to which they must assume responsibility for
their program planning
- Providing vocational
and career guidance
- Referring students to
appropriate individuals and offices when further assistance is
needed.
MATHEMATICS AND CHEMISTRY PLACEMENT
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Admitted (conditionally or
unconditionally) students must demonstrate proficiency in mathematics
and chemistry before being permitted to take freshman Mathematics and
Chemistry courses. Mathematics proficiency can be demonstrated through
acceptable scores on SAT or ACT Math, AP Calculus, or Math Placement
test. Otherwise the student will be required to first take MATH 110 or
111. Chemistry proficiency can be demonstrated through acceptable scores
on High School Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or Chemistry Placement Test.
Otherwise the student will be required to first take CHEM 099.
MINIMUM C GRADE POLICY
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This policy applies to all
engineering programs in the college of engineering. Specifically, when
an engineering program requires students to take any of the following
courses, students will have to obtain a minimum grade of “C” in each
such course to meet graduation requirements. Furthermore, a minimum
grade of “C” on any such course will be required to satisfy prerequisite
requirements of subsequent courses. This applies to each Bachelor of
Science curricula in the college of engineering - both to courses that
are explicitly required and those that are recommended as elective
courses. The complete set of courses with this “Minimum C” requirement
is listed below:
- CHEM 106
- CHEM 107
- MATH 131
- MATH 132
- MATH 224
- MATH 231
- MATH 431
- PHYS 241
- PHYS 242
- GEEN 100
- ELEN 440
- INEN 260
- INEN 270
- MEEN 260
- MEEN 313
- MEEN 413
Individual programs may have additional courses that require a minimum C
grade. Please refer to the requirements of each program stated in this
bulletin or in the program handbook available from the department
chairperson.
GLOBAL AND AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
REQUIREMENT
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All College of Engineering
students must take at least six credits from the Humanities column and
at least six credits from the Social Sciences column. Of these, at least
three credits must be from the African American Studies row (either
African American Studies Humanities or African American Studies Social
Sciences) and at least three credits must be from the Global Studies row
(either Global Studies Humanities or Global Studies Social Sciences). A
single course can fulfill both a row and column requirement.
Note that the table shown
below is a general guideline. Individual programs may require specific
courses to satisfy the Humanities, Social Sciences, African American
Studies and Global Studies requirements. Please consult the curriculum
requirements of the programs for specifics.
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Humanities
6 credits required from this
column |
Social Sciences
6 credits required from this
column |
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African American
Studies
At least 3 credits
required from this row |
ENGL 333, 650, 652,
654, 656, 658, 660, FOLA 417*, 618*, MUSI 220, 221, THEA 630 |
ECON 615, HIST 201, 202, 215*, 216*, 310, 311, 320*, 328,
412*, 416, 615, 616*, POLI 220, 445*, 446*, SOCI 314, SPCH
302 |
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Global Studies
At least 3 credits required
from this row |
FOLA 100, FOLA 101, FOLA 102, FOLA 103, FOLA 104, FOLA 105,
FOLA 106, FOLA 107, FOLA 108, FOLA 109,
FOLA 110, FOLA 111,
FOLA 417*, FOLA 450, FOLA 618* |
AERO 421, 422, ECON 505, 537, HIST 100, 101, 210, 215*,
216*, 303, 304, 312, 320*, 321, 322, 327, 330, 331, 332,
405, 412*, 605, 616*, 626, 630, 631, POLI 310, 444, 445*,
446*, 544, 646, SOCI 300 |
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Other |
AREN 112, ART 224, 225, 400, 459, 520,
THEA 201, 630, 631, ENGL 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 220, 221,
333, 420, 425, 603, 650, 652, 654, 656, 658, 660, MUSI 216,
217, 220, 221, HIST 262, PHIL 260, 261, 262, 308, 309 |
AGEC 330, 440, 530, ECON 300, 301, 401,
405, 410, 420, 425, 501, 515, 601, 610, HIST 204, 205, 208,
220, 225, 230, 300, 302, 305, 306, 307, 401, 402, 407, 410,
442, 450, 600, 603, 606, 607, 610, 620, GEOG 200, 210, 319,
322, POLI 200, 210, 250, 400, 410, 440, 410, 420, 430, 448,
541, 542, 543, 640, 642, 643, 653, PSYC 320, 324, 325, 420,
434, 439, 445, 526, 541, 545, 550, 644, 645, SOCI 100, 200,
301, 304, 313, 406, 420, 673, SOWK 312, 313, 314, 370, 372,
373, 374, 503
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*Note that these courses can be considered
either as Black Studies or Global Studies, but no single course can
fulfill both requirements simultaneously.
PREREQUISITES
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Students are advised to
follow their prescribed curriculum, especially noting the prerequisite
requirements. It should be noted that prerequisites are subject to
change and will normally be effective immediately. It is the
responsibility of the student to understand and follow prerequisite
requirements. The department chairperson reserves the right to drop a
student from any course if the proper prerequisites are not satisfied.
Any prerequisite waivers must be formally approved by the student’s
advisor and department chairperson.
GRADUATION UNDER A GIVEN CATALOG
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A student may expect to
earn a degree in accordance with the requirements of the curriculum
outlined in the catalog in force when he or she first entered the
University, provided the courses are being offered. Moreover, he or she
must complete these requirements within six years. In addition, a
student may graduate under any subsequent catalog published while he or
she is a student; in that case, he or she must meet all requirements of
the catalog he or she elects. The approval of the advisor, department
chairperson and the dean is needed for any course substitutions.
LICENSURE AS A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER>>go
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The North Carolina Board
of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors is charged with the
responsibility of issuing a certificate of licensure to those determined
to be properly qualified. In order to be licensed to practice
engineering in North Carolina, an individual, in addition to paying the
required fees, must be of good character and reputation, must
satisfactorily pass the examinations administered by the Board, and must
submit evidence of education, and a specific record of progressive
engineering work of a nature and level acceptable to the Board.
To prepare for engineering licensure, all engineering majors are
encouraged to prepare for and take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
Examination during their Senior Year. An FE review course is offered to
all seniors in the college of engineering.
After successful completion of the Fundamentals Examination, and upon
completion of a minimum of four (4) years of progressive engineering
experience, applicants are eligible to apply for the Engineering
Principles and Practice Examination. Upon successful completion of the
requirements for licensure, the Board will approve the applicant for
licensure. For more information, visit the website
www.ncbels.org.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM
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Cooperative Education (Co-op)
is a highly recommended, voluntary plan of education in which students
alternate sessions of full-time work with sessions of full-time study.
Usually, the plan is a five-year professional development experience,
designed to combine practical on-the-job experiences with the classroom
training of a four-year college curriculum. It helps students integrate
theory and practice, confirm career choices, investigate potential job
opportunities, and become better graduates. At the same time, it allows
students to earn money and help finance their education. Cooperative
Education provides a valuable opportunity for students, employers, and
the university to work together to benefit one another.
How is Co-op different than an Internship An internship is a flexible
employment arrangement, negotiated and arranged on a case-by-case basis
between the student and employer. By contrast, the Cooperative Education
Program is a structured program with defined schedules and student,
employer, and university responsibilities. Once you become a co-op
student, you will continue with your chosen employer throughout the
entire program, although the employer site location could change during
the program. At least four semesters of work are required alternating
with academic semesters. After qualifying for the Co-op Program your
first year (GPA above 2.8), you continue to be eligible to remain in the
program by maintaining satisfactory academic (GPA above 2.8) and work
records. Reasons to Co-op instead of Intern include:
- Co-ops receive job
offers from their employers about two-thirds of the time; Co-ops
receive more job offers than interns; and some companies during
economic slowdowns only hire co-ops.
- Freshman and
Sophomores are given hiring preference with Co-ops, whereas Juniors
are given preference for Interns.
- Co-op provides 18
months of work experience, whereas Interns provide at most 9 months.
- Co-ops receive better
work assignments with more responsibility than Interns.
- Co-ops have more
opportunities to learn people skills than Interns.
- Co-ops can accumulate
benefits such as vacation time and retirement benefits that Interns
cannot.
What is the co-op
schedule There are two typical co-op schedules. In the first, after
attending fall, spring, and summer sessions of the Freshman year on
campus, the co-op student completes the first work session in the
fall of the sophomore year and then returns to campus for the spring
semester. Work and study sessions then alternate until the senior
year, which is spent completely on campus. In the second schedule,
after attending fall and spring sessions of the Freshman year on
campus, the co-op student completes the first work session in the
summer and then returns to campus for the fall semester. Work and
study sessions then alternate until the senior year. In either
schedule, you acquire about eighteen months of work experience
during the five-year Co-op Program.
Department handbooks should be referenced for department
specific co-op policies as well as typical co-op
employers and locations.
Also see
information on Cooperative Education Program elsewhere in this
Bulletin.
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