Electrical Engineering &

Computer Science Student

Advising Presentation

Updated Spring 2014

Breanna Bailey, Assistant Dean, COE

Presentation Overview

• Getting advised.

• Degree plan overview.

• Frequently asked questions.

• Other Useful Information

Getting Advised

• New students are advised in the Javelina Engineering

Student Success Center (JESSC).

– Freshmen up to 30 hours.

– Transfer students in their first semester.

– Austin McCoy and Alma Limas, professional academic advisors.

• Sophomores and returning transfer students see

departmental faculty advisors.

Getting Advised

• Help you find your faculty advisor.

• Provide you with your student file and other

advising documents.

• Lift your advising hold.

• Resolve registration errors / problems.

Dalia Cavazos

Departmental Administrative Assistant

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science

Getting Advised Advising Checklist

Make an appointment with your faculty advisor.

Bring to your appointment your...

• Student file

• Advising form

• Current copy of your academic transcript (unofficial OK).

Review your degree plan ahead of time.

Return your file and completed advising form to your

departmental secretary to get your hold lifted.

Register for the classes you discussed with your advisor.

Remember to ask questions! You are in charge of making

sure you are on track for graduation!

Degree Plan Overview

• Many courses are offered only once a year. Be

sure you are paying attention to prerequisites!

– Prerequisite = Courses you must take before

enrolling.

– Corequisite = Courses you must take concurrently or

already have credit in.

• The advanced laboratory and senior projects

laboratory courses form a year long senior

design project that begins in fall and ends in

spring.

Degree Plan Overview

• In Fall 2014, a new undergraduate course

catalog will be published.

• General education requirements are changing.

• Degree plans are changing.

• Graduation GPAs are changing.

• Discuss with your advisor whether or not you

want to switch to a new catalog!

Computer Science Degree Plan Critical Path to Graduation – Key

For Fall 2012 Degree Plan

= Co-requisite course

= Prerequisite course

Classes offered each semester in white text.

Classes offered fall semester in green text.

Classes offered spring semester in orange text.

Computer Science Degree Plan Intro to Computer Science

Digital Logic Design

Data Structures / Algorithms

Programming Language

Microprocessors

Operating Systems

Computer Architecture

Senior Project

1 & 2 ( Senior Standing)

Computer Science Degree Plan CSEN 2304

EEEN 2340

CSEN 2328

CSEN 4366

EEEN 3449

CSEN 4362

EEEN 4344

CSEN 4201 / 4202 ( Senior Standing)

Computer Science Degree Plan

• Other prerequisite chains:

– 6 hrs upper level CS -> CSEN 4316 -> CSEN 4317

– 6 hrs upper level CS -> CSEN 4320 -> CSEN 4340

• Your degree plan requires two approved

electives.

• Approved electives may be a combination of

upper level math or computer science courses.

Talk to your advisor!

Electrical Engineering & Computer

Science Degree Plans • A detailed flow chart of the CS and EE degree

plans are on the department’s website.

• Follow the link for “Current Students,” then

“Undergraduates.”

• Advanced electives may be a combination of

upper level math or engineering courses. Talk to

your advisor!

Electrical Engineering Degree Plan Critical Path to Graduation – Key

For Fall 2012 Degree Plan

= Co-requisite course

= Prerequisite course

Classes offered each semester in white text.

Classes offered fall semester in green text.

Classes offered spring semester in orange text.

Electrical Engineering Degree Plan Calculus 1

Physics 1

Intro to CS

Calculus 2

Physics 2

Differential Eqns

Network Analysis 1

Network Analysis 2

Electronics 1

Circuits & Elect. Lab

Linear Systems

Advanced Lab

Senior Projects Lab

Electrical Engineering Degree Plan MATH 2413

PHYS 2325

CSEN 2304

MATH 2414

PHYS 2326

MATH 3320

EEEN 2323

EEEN 3321

EEEN 3325

EEEN 3212

EEEN 3333

EEEN 4252

EEEN 4224

Degree Plan Overview

• You are 4 years from graduation when you start

Calculus 1 and Physics 1.

• Other fall only courses:

– EEEN 3334 – Random Signals

– EEEN 4342 – Electronics 2

– EEEN 4354 – Linear Control Systems

– EEEN 4422 – Electric Drives

• Other spring only courses:

– EEEN 3324 - Electromagnetics

– EEEN 4355 – Digital Systems Engineering

– EEEN 4329 – Communications Engineering

FAQ • I failed a class, but it is a prerequisite for a second class that I

must take this semester or my graduation will be delayed.

Can’t I take the second class anyway?

No. Prerequisites should not be treated as suggestions.

Take the time to get the preparatory material right.

• Can I retake a class to improve my grade?

Yes, but be careful. The last grade earned in a class will be

used to calculate your GPA, even if it’s worse than your

original grade. And if you fail, you lose the credit!

• Can I drop a class I’m retaking if I’m doing badly?

Yes! Standard drop procedures apply.

FAQ • When is the Q drop deadline?

To receive an automatic Q, drop before:

Spring 2014 – March 27

Fall 2014 – Not yet posted – Check around Halloween

• How do I drop a class after the Q drop deadline?

You need to submit an add / drop form to the registrar’s

office. It must be signed by your professor. You can only

receive a Q if you are passing at the time the class is

dropped. Classes may be dropped until the last class day.

• Can I get an incomplete?

An incomplete is given for family or personal emergencies

only. There must be a justification for the incomplete that

goes beyond poor student performance.

FAQ • I got a “D” in a required course. Does it count?

Yes, as long as it was earned at TAMUK and does not put

you below the minimum GPAs for graduation. “D” grades in

math, science, and engineering cannot be transferred from

other institutions.

• What are the minimum GPAs for graduation?

2.0 cumulative, 2.0 engineering, 2.0 math/science

• What do I do if there’s an error on my transcript?

Contact the registrar’s office. The earlier the better.

FAQ • What is the “check out” procedure for graduation?

1) Pick up a graduation packet from the JESSC.

2) Make an appointment with your advisor to complete the

packet and a final degree plan.

3) Order an official transcript.

4) See your advisor and department chair for signatures on

the completed packet.

5) Return the packet, degree plan, transcript to the JESSC.

• When is the degree packet due?

Academic calendar lists: “Deadline to file Application for

Degree Candidacy... with Academic College Dean.”

August 2014: May 1

December 2014: Not yet posted – check around August 1

May 2015: Not yet posted – check around December 1

FAQ • How do I change my major?

If you’re changing within the COE, there’s a “Change of

Curriculum” form (see departmental secretary) to be signed

by the chair of your new department. Attach a transcript.

Most departments want to see a 2.5 GPA.

• How do I get out of PPEN and into my “real” major?

Complete the “Change of Curriculum” form. You must have

completed chemistry and analytical geometry or higher and

have 2. 0 cumulative and math/science GPAs.

• How do I declare a minor?

Complete the “Change of Curriculum” form. At graduation,

make sure your advisor lists courses for the minor in your

graduation packet.

FAQ • What are the requirements for a minor?

You need 18 hours in a program closely aligned with your

major. At least 6 hours must be upper level courses.

• What are the requirements to double major?

You must complete all required courses for both majors plus

a minimum of 24 hours unique to the second degree.

• Can I change my degree plan?

Your initial degree plan will refer to the undergraduate catalog

in effect when you first attended TAMUK (unless absent for

two or more semesters). If your degree plan changes during

your time at TAMUK, you may opt to follow the new degree

plan. Discuss your options with your advisor!

FAQ • What is scholastic probation?

You will be placed on scholastic probation if your cumulative

GPA drops below 2.0 in a given semester. You have one

semester to raise your GPA above 2.0 or you will be placed

on enforced withdrawal.

• What happens if I’m put on enforced withdrawal?

If you are on enforced withdrawal at the end of the spring

semester, you are allowed to enroll in summer classes to

raise your GPA. Do not take new courses! Retake classes

where you have an F or a D.

If you are on enforced withdrawal at the end of summer or

fall, you may ask your advisor to initiate an “Enforced

Withdrawal Appeal” form.

Other Useful Information

• TAMUK does not receive formula funding for

students taking more than 30 hours above degree

plan (State law, THECB)

• Students will be charged $100/hr for each hour

beyond B.S. + 30.

• Earning a second bachelor's degree will help.

Minors, associates degrees, and certificates do not.

• Tuition rebate available to students completing in 4

years, without excess hours, 15 hours a semester.

Other Useful Information

• New I-Contract procedure:

– http://www.tamuk.edu/registrar/forms/I%20Contract.pdf

– Signed by chair and dean and due with final grades

• Readmission requests must now go through University

Student Success.

• New writing intensive courses - students must earn

"C" or better.

Other Useful Information

• Financial aid implications of dropping a class

– You must attend 60% of class or repay financial aid.

– You must repay financial aid if you do not earn at least

67% of attempted hours for a semester.

– You may stay on financial aid if they drop below 12 hours

after the census date (12th class day).

– See you financial aid advisor before making any decisions!

• Tutoring available in the JESSC

– Math, science, and basic engineering courses

– By upper-level engineering students

– For discipline-specific help, let JESSC know!

Other Useful Information • Offices serving students:

– Student Health and Wellness

(http://www.tamuk.edu/shw/index.html)

– Career Services (http://www.tamuk.edu/csc/)

– Academic Testing Center

(http://www.tamuk.edu/academictesting/)

• Student handbook:

http://www.tamuk.edu/dean/dean_files/studenthandbook.pdf

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