USF College of Engineering

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USF College of Engineering
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Our Mission Statement

• The mission of the College of Engineering is to
  continually aspire to excellence in teaching,
  research, and public service. The USF College of
  Engineering values academic excellence,
  professionalism, ethics, and cultural diversity
  among its students, staff, and faculty.

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About USF College of Engineering

• All undergraduate engineering programs ABET
  accredited
• Over 23 million awarded last fiscal year to
  sponsor research
• 2,786 Undergraduate Engineering Students
• 764 Graduate Engineering Students
• 116 Academic and Research Faculty
• A selection of degree opportunities in several
  disciplines
• 9 Bachelor Degrees
• 10 Master Degrees
• 8 Doctoral Degrees

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College of Engineering

• An excellent Engineering Education with
  abundant extracurricular opportunities
• Engineering Student Societies
• Research Initiatives
• Co-Operative Education and Internship
  Opportunities
• College sponsored events and seminars
• Mentoring programs
• Special Interest Activities Societies
• Athletic Events Personal Fitness Programs
• Cultural Activities Travel Abroad Programs

• The Engineering Programs are accredited
  by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and
  Technology.

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Engineering Curriculum

• Course Requirements
• Bachelor of Science Degrees
• 120 131 credit hours
• consisting of approximately
• 25 liberal arts requirements
• 25 math and science pre reqs
• 25 required departmental engineering
  foundation courses
• 25 specialization courses
• Completion in 4 years requires at least 15 credit
  hours per semester.

Students may use summer semesters to accelerate
their progress.
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CoE Facilities at a Glance
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Engineering Student Organizations
Engineering student societies help build personal
networks, reinforce academic excellence, and
enrich students overall college experience.
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Engineering Student Organizations
Engineering student organizations at USF
Alpha Pi Mu American Institute of Aeronautics and
Astronautics American Institute of Chemical
Engineers American Society of Civil
Engineers American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating and Air Conditioning
Engineers American Society of Mechanical
Engineers Association for Computing
Machinery Biomedical Engineering Society Chi
Epsilon, Civil Engineering Honor
Society Engineering College Council Engineering
Senators Engineers without Borders Eta Kappa Nu,
Electrical Engineering Honor Society EXPO Florida
Engineering Society
IEEE Computer Society IEEE Electrical Engineering
Society Institute of Industrial
Engineers Institute of Transportation
Engineers National Society of Black
Engineers Omega Chi Epsilon, Chemical Engineering
Honor Society Pre/Med Engineering Society Radio
and Electronics Club Society of Automotive
Engineers Society of Hispanic Professional
Engineers Society of Women Engineers Tau Beta Pi,
The Engineering Honor Society Theta Tau, The
Engineering Fraternity Upsilon Pi Epsilon,
Computer Science Honor Society
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Research Experiences for Undergrads

• The College of Engineering offers a number of
  paid Undergraduate Research Associate positions
  to students of all departments.
• Students present their research at the annual REU
  symposium
• Many students participate in summer externships
  at other universities
• http//www.eng.usf.edu/7Eschlaf/REU/

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Signature Research Thrust Areas
Integration of Research Education
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Engineering Scholarships

• Over 140,000 in scholarship awards given
  annually by the College of Engineering
• Criteria may include
• Admission to the College or Academic Department
• GPA
• Leadership activities and Community involvement
• Financial need
• Other criteria as determined by the donor
• Students can apply for all scholarships with one
  application. Apply online at
• http//www.eng.usf.edu/rnr/scholarship.htm
• Average scholarship award, 1500

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A Supportive Alumni Society

• Dedicated to the success of engineering
  students
• Fund raising activities to support scholarships
• Grants to support engineering student societies
• Career Guidance
• Shadowing, Internships, Jobs

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The Four USF Campuses

• Courses may be available at the regional
  campuses.
• Tampa Campus
• Sarasota Campus
• Lakeland Campus
• St Petersburg Campus
• Engineering students taking courses at the
  regional campuses are encouraged to visit the
  Academic Departments and Engineering Research
  Laboratories which are located on the Tampa
  Campus.

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College of Engineering

• Admission to the College
• and
• Academic Departments

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Acceptance to the CoE
Accepted into USF
Pre engineering
Direct Entry SAT 1150 (550 quantitative) Or
ACT 25 (25 quantitative) H.S. GPA 3.0
Entry with a C or better MAC 2281, 2282 PHY
2048, 2049
Accepted into CoE
Departmental Admission
Upon completion of additional departmental
prerequisites with required GPA
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College of Engineering

• Students should be aware to the Colleges
  Continuation Requirements
• Engineering students must maintain a GPA of 2.0
  or greater in the following areas
• OVERALL GPA
• USF GPA
• MATH SCIENCE GPA
• ENGINEERING COURSES GPA
• SPECIALIZATION GPA
• Unaddressed deficiencies in GPA categories will
  result in dismissal from the College. In
  addition, students who do not obtain the minimum
  grade required in any engineering, math or
  science prerequisite by the third attempt will be
  discontinued.

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Academic Departments
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Declaring Your Major

• Admission to the Engineering Departments
• Each Department establishes admission criteria
  which are published in the USF Catalog.
• Students must begin to earn the grades they need
  in the freshman year.
• http//www.usf.edu/catalogs.html

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Chemical Biomedical Engineering
Contact Information
Email che_at_eng.usf.edu Office 813-974-3997 Web
http//che.eng.usf.edu
Department Profile
Faculty 15 Graduate Students 85 Undergraduate
Students 113
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Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

• Graduates work in
• Manufacture of Chemicals
• Process Design
• Process Control
• Product Development
• Project Management
• Environmental Industries
• Biomedical Engineering

Average Salary with Degree 63,316
Source NACE, Spring 2008
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Chemical Engineering

• Requirements to enter the Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II, III
• Physics I II with Labs
• General Chemistry I and Lab
• With a minimum grade of C in each course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements

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Civil Environmental Engineering
Contact Information
Email nohra_at_eng.usf.edu Office
813-974-2275 Web http//cee.eng.usf.edu
Department Profile
Faculty 16 Graduate Students
135 Undergraduate Students 214
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Civil Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

• Graduates work in
• Environmental Industries
• Structural Industries
• Transportation Industries
• Water Resources
• Geotechnical and Materials Engineering
• Forensic Engineering

Average Salary with Degree 50,940
Source NACE Spring 2008
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Civil Engineering

• Requirements to enter the
• Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II, III
• Physics I II with Labs
• General Chemistry I and Lab
• with a 2.3 minimum GPA in these courses (best
  attempt) and a minimum of C in each course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements
• Continuation in the Department requires
  completion of EGN3311, EGN3353, EGN3331, EGN3365
• with a 2.5 minimum GPA in these courses (best
  attempt) and a grade of C or better in each
  course

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Computer Science Engineering
Contact Information
Email tindell_at_cse.usf.edu Office
813-974-3652 Web http//csee.eng.usf.edu
Department Profile
Faculty 24 Graduate Students
106 Undergraduate Students 218
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Computer Science Engineering

• Bachelors of Science in
• Computer Engineering, Computer Science and
  Information Systems

• Graduates work in
• Software Development
• Hardware Development
• Network Administration
• Web Programming
• Security
• Defense Industries

Average Salary with Degree Computer
Engineering 59,962 Computer Science
62,454 Information Systems 51-60.000
Source NACE, Spring 2007 No average
available
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Computer Science Engineering

• Requirements to enter the Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II,
• Physics I II with Labs
• Composition I and II
• with a 3.0 minimum GPA in these courses (best
  attempt) and a grade of C or better in each
  course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements
• Continuation in the Department requires
  Completion of Programming Concepts, Program
  Design and Computer Organization
• with a C or better in each course

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Electrical Engineering
Contact Information
Email wiley_at_eng.usf.edu Office
813-974-2369 Web http//ee.eng.usf.edu
Department Profile
Faculty 23 Graduate Students
220 Undergraduate Students 228
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Electrical Engineering

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

• Graduates work in
• Microelectronics
• Circuit Theory and Design
• Communications and Signal Processing
• Wireless, Microwaves
• Energy
• Industrial Controls
• Nanotechnology

Average Salary with Degree 56,944
Source NACE, Spring 2008
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Electrical Engineering

• Requirements to enter the Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II, III
• Physics I II with Labs
• General Chemistry I and Lab
• With a 2.25 minimum GPA in these courses (all
  attempts)
• and a grade of C or better in each course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements

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Industrial Management Systems Engineering
Contact Information
Email josezaya_at_eng.usf.edu Office
813-974-2269 Web http//imse.eng.usf.edu
Fall 2006 Department Profile
Faculty 14 Graduate Students
122 Undergraduate Students 52
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Industrial Management Systems Engineering

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

• Graduates work in
• Management Decision Making
• Manufacturing
• Ergonomics
• Quality Control
• Facility Design
• Engineering Management

Average Salary with Degree 58,282
Source NACE, Spring 2008
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Industrial Management Systems Engineering

• Requirements to enter the Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II, III
• Physics I II with Labs
• General Chemistry I and Lab
• With a minimum grade of C in each course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements

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Mechanical Engineering
Contact Information
Email hess_at_eng.usf.edu Office
813-974-2280 Web http//me.eng.usf.edu
Fall 2006 Department Profile
Faculty 12 Graduate Students 54 Undergraduate
Students 236
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Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

• Graduates work in
• Aerospace Propulsion
• Automotive
• Electronic Utilities Power Generation
• Heating, Ventilation Air Conditioning
• Defense Industries
• Biomaterials Bioengineering

Average Salary with Degree 57,821
Source NACE, Spring 2008
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Mechanical Engineering

• Requirements to enter the Department
• Successful completion of
• Calculus I, II, III
• Physics I II with Labs
• General Chemistry I and Lab
• with a 2.5 minimum GPA in these courses (basted
  upon the better of first two attempts) and a
  minimum grade of C in each course
• Meet all College of Engineering Continuation
  Requirements

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Average Starting Salary

• Bachelors degree in engineering field 57,512
• Masters degree in engineering field 66,181
• (Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Computer
  Science/Engineering, Industrial, Mechanical)
• Other bachelors degrees
• Business Administration 44,155
• Communications 35,213
• Psychology 34,054
• Education 35,000
• Mathematics 50,746
• Chemistry 45,000
• Physics 40,000
• Social Work 27,202

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Enhancement Programs

• Certificate Programs
• Biomedical Engineering 19 credits
• Materials Science Engineering 15 credits
• Total Quality Management 15 credits
• Certificate of Enhancement 15 credits
• Minor in the College of Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering 15 credits
• Graduate School
• The 5-year Program results in both a Bachelor
  of Science Master of Science in Engineering

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Academic Integrity Code of Ethics

• The College will maintain an environment that
  encourages all to study and conduct engineering
  research free from undue disruption.

• Academic dishonesty, in any form, is taken very
  seriously by the College of Engineering and will
  result in sanctions. The most serious of which is
  dismissal from the University.
• Disruption of academic process will be reported
  to Student Judicial Services or the appropriate
  authority.

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USF Engineering Students in the News

• Engineering faculty, alumni and students are
  gaining recognition for their accomplishments on
  a national level.
• Following is an example of the types of projects
  USF engineering students undertake during their
  senior design class and for regional and national
  competitions.

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College of Engineering

• -Strategies and Resources for Success-

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Engineering Student Services

• Charting your success.
• Each Engineering student has access to a team of
  professionals dedicated to providing
  individualized advising and career planning
  assistance.
• Assoc Dean for Academic Affairs, Rafael Perez
• Asst Dean for Diversity and External Programs,
  Sylvia Thomas
• Director of Admissions and Advising,
• Kate Johnson
• Five Professional Engineering Advisors
• Liliana Clark, Cherine Chehab, Pat Homer,
  Michelle King, John Morgan
• An Undergraduate Coordinator faculty mentors in
  each academic department

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Engineering Student Services

• Services and resources include
• Help with course selection
• Monitoring academic progress
• Advice to improve study skills
• Study center for math, science, and engineering
  classes
• Information on scholarships
• Referrals to the USF Counseling Center, Career
  Center,
• Disability Services, Student Societies,
  Financial Aid, etc.

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Advising

• Students ask
• How often should I meet with my advisor?
• Every Semester for course planning purposes
• For clarification of catalog information
• To discuss career objectives
• When struggling in a class
• When concerned about GPA requirements
• When concerned about registration requirements
• When a referral is needed

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Accessing Advising Services

• By appointment [phone]
• Usually scheduled within the same week.
• Evening appointments available.
• Walk in Advising ENC1302
• Monday through Friday 800 a.m. -500 p.m. unless
  otherwise posted. Average waiting time 15
  minutes.
• Cyber Advising http//www2.eng.usf.edu/ugadvising
  /staff.htm
• Average response time 1-2 business days.

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College of Engineering

• Remember, your GPA is more important than ever.

• Utilize resources to maximize your performance
• Adjust your schedule during add/drop week if
  necessary
• Be aware of the withdrawal date
• Use grade forgiveness wisely

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Strategies for Success

• The successful engineering student...
• Understands Requirements
• Attends classes regularly
• Completes class assignments on time
• Participates in study groups
• Utilizes study centers
• Devotes sufficient time to each class
• Seeks help when needed
• Keeps good records
• Uses official USF e-mail account

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College of Engineering

• -Before Classes Start-

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Need to know
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Your USF Catalog

• Read the USF Catalog to become familiar with
  important Requirements .
• General Education or Liberal Arts Requirements
• i.e What is an ALAMEA and where can you get
  one?
• College Level Academic Skills Test
• Gordon Rule Math and Communication
• Foreign Language Entrance Requirements
• Exit Requirements
• Articulation Agreements
• College Admission and Graduation Requirements
• Information about your major and curriculum

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Your USF Catalog

• The Catalog is your official source for
  information about University policies
• First Day Attendance
• Good Academic Standing
• Grade Forgiveness
• Withdrawal Dates and other deadlines
• Repeat Course Surcharge
• Grievance Procedures

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College of Engineering

• Understand your financial aid, scholarship and/or
  registration requirements.
• Registration Requirements (number of hours)
• Completion Rates ( of classes passed)
• GPA Requirements (minimum GPA)
• This varies based upon student status (special
  populations, international) and award criteria.
  Be aware of your requirements and ask advisors
  how you will be impacted by withdrawing from a
  course or receiving a poor grade.

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College of Engineering

• Familiarize Yourself with USFs Computer Based
  Tools
• University Web Site
• College Web Site
• USF Library
• Blackboard
• Oasis
• e-mail

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One More Thing to Consider!

• Eager to begin? Were eager to get to know you!
• Participate in Engineering a Smart Start!

When? August 19th through Friday, August 22nd
Where? College of Engineering, Tampa Campus

• Sessions provide a review of key math concepts
  and a hands on introduction to computer
  applications for engineering under the direction
  of College faculty.
• Smart Start affords new students an opportunity
  to become familiar with
• College facilities and to meet peers while
  participating in planned activites sponsored by
  the College.
• What a wonderful opportunity for you to get
  established, make
• connections and feel more confident when classes
  begin! Interested?
• Speak with any engineering advisor about
  registration. The program is open to
• all engineering students but space is limited.
  Plan to RSVP for this program as early as
  possible.
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College of Engineering

• -Registering for Classes-

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College of Engineering

• Your first schedule is prepared during
  Orientation.
• Thereafter, you will register via Oasis
• Permits may be required for departmental courses
• In the future, meet with an advisor mid-semester
  to discuss your progress and plan your future
  courses.

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College of Engineering

• When planning your schedule, consider the
  importance of Prerequisite courses.

• Engineering Students are expected to register for
  required math and science courses before
• registering for general education and elective
  courses.

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Are you ready?

• Math Placement 

• Chemistry Placement 

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College of Engineering

• Typical Freshman First Semester
• Foundations of Engineering 1 credit
• Math (see placement guide) 4
• Chemistry/Science Elective 3
• Chemistry Lab 1
• English Composition 3
• General Education/Honors or
• other elective course 3
• TOTAL 15 credits

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College of Engineering

• The Foundations of Engineering Class Provides
• Knowledge of the Engineering Disciplines
• Knowledge of the engineering design process
• Improved Communication Skills
• An opportunity to interact with other engineering
  students
• An opportunity to interact with engineering
  faculty and advisors
• Tools to improve performance in engineering
  courses
• (Optional for transfer students with
  considerable relevant coursework completed)

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College of Engineering

• For Transfer Students
• Your advisors will make recommendations for your
  first semester.
• Calculus with Analytical Geometry Engineering
  Calculus
• Students with an AA from a Florida CC do not need
  general education courses
• Other courses that might be considered degree
  applicable..
• Engineering courses taken at comparably
  accredited universities
• Partial credit for algebra based physics
• Object oriented programming courses
• Linear algebra
• Auto CAD

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College of Engineering

• Your USF Schedule
• 85604 MAC 1147 002 Precalc Algebra 4.00
  RE M 1100-0250 pm LIF261
• WF 1100-1150 pm LIF261
• 80158 CHM 2045L 018 General Chem I 1.00 RE
  W 0800-1050 am NES114
• 84940 CHM 2045 008 General Chemist 3.00 RE
  TR 0930-1045 am CHE100
• W 0500-0550 pm PCD1147
• 85837 ENC 1101 078 Composition I 3.00
  RE TR 0200-0315 pm BSN2305
• 81731 EGN3000 003 Foundations of 1.00
  RE TR 1230-0145 pm CHE303
• 81893 MUH2632 002 Music in the Un 3.00
  RE MW 0200-0315 pm UMT12
• Course Credits 15.00
• Registration Charges 1675.20

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The Engineering Student Services Center

• Remember, you are our first priority so.
• Make the Engineering Student Services Center in
  ENC1302 your first stop for information and
  assistance!
• Kate Johnson, Pat Homer, Michelle King, Liliana
  Clark, John Morgan and Cherine Chehab
• On the Web http//www2.eng.usf.edu