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 kim.small@ucf.edu

Paul Edlen paul.edlen@ucf.edu

Meena Datta meena.datta@ucf.edu

Nina Leonard nina.leonard@ucf.edu

Brittany Kester brittany.kester@ucf.edu

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 kim.small@ucf.edu

Paul Edlen ENGR 107 823-2455 paul.edlen@ucf.edu

Meena Datta ENGR 107 823-2455 meena.datta@ucf.edu

Nina Leonard ENGR 107 823-2455 nina.leonard@ucf.edu

Brittany Kester ENGR 107 823-2455 brittany.kester@ucf.edu

Major Advisors:

Aerospace Engineering Ms. Lynn Grabenhorst ENG1 381 823-2416 lynn.grabenhorst@ucf.edu

Civil Engineering Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 carol.pohl@ucf.edu

Computer Engineering Dr. Samuel Richie HEC 345 823-2786samuel.richie@ucf.edu

Computer Science Dr. Ali Orooji HEC 345 823-2341 ali.orooji@ucf.edu

Construction Engineering Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 carol.pohl@ucf.edu

Electrical Engineering Dr. Samuel Richie HEC 345 823-2786samuel.richie@ucf.edu

Environmental Eng Ms. Carol Ann Pohl ENG2 211 823-2128 carol.pohl@ucf.edu

Industrial Engineering Dr. William Thompson ENG2 312 823-2636 drT@ucf.edu

Information Technology Dr. Ali Orooji HEC 345 823-2341 ali.orooji@ucf.edu

Mechanical Engineering Ms. Lynn Grabenhorst ENG1 381 823-2416lynn.grabenhorst@ucf.edu

Photonic Science & Eng Mike McKee CREOL 108B 823-6376 mmckee@creol.ucf.edu

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