Engineering at UC UC Counselor Conference September 2016
Overview 1. What types of Engineering options are there at UC? 2. How can students be admitted to Engineering at UC? 3. What can students do if they are not admitted to Engineering at UC? 4. Once students are admitted to UC, what opportunities are available to them?
What is Engineering at a UC Engineering at UC Engineering is the discipline, art and profession of acquiring and applying technical, scientific and mathematical knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention. Engineering Majors at UC If you are not sure of the exact Engineering major you want to pursue, use the Exploring Majors link on Assist.org to identify your interest. ou will be able to narrow your focus from a general interest to the specific majors offered at each campus.
What is Engineering at a UC Cont. Engineering Programs at UC UC campuses rank in the top 100 Best Engineering Schools* Diverse Internships Hands on Research Experience Special Programs UC Engineering Study Abroad http://eap.ucop.edu/ourprograms/pages/engineering.aspx *(U.S. News & World Report s America's Best Graduate Schools 2017)
Freshman Admissions
Key points when applying to Engineering 1. GPA Campuses admit above the minimum UC GPA (3.0 CA and 3.4 OOS) 2. SAT/ACT Strong performance in math and science subjects Recommended subject exams 3. AP/ IB Exams AP and IB exams display college level subject exposure 4. Personal Insight Questions/Volunteer/Extracurricular Activities Other engineering courses Clubs/Organizations Internships Competitions
Freshman Engineering Admissions Undeclared Engineering UCB UCD UCI UCLA UCM Alternate Major Considered UCR UCSD UCSB UCSC Special Engineering Screening SAT Subject recommended = es See Campus Admissions websites for specifics
SAT Subject Test Recommendations CAMPUS SATS Recommendations UC Berkeley College of Chemistry and College of Engineering: Math Level 2 and a Science UC Davis SAT Subject Tests are not recommended in any area UC Irvine Henry Samueli School of Engineering: Math Level 2 and a Science UC Los Angeles Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science: Math Level 2 and a Science UC Merced SAT Subject Tests are not recommended in any area UC Riverside College of Natural Science and Bourns College of Engineering: Math Level 2 and a Science UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering and Division of Biological Sciences: Math Level 2 and a Science UC Santa Barbara College of Engineering: Math Level 2 UC Santa Cruz SAT Subject Tests are not recommended in any area
Transfer Admissions
Key points when applying to Engineering 1. Major Prep Each campus requires Engineering major prep be completed 2. GPA Each campus has a specific Engineering GPA for admissions 3. Make yourself competitive Other Engineering courses Clubs/Organizations Internships 4. TAG Due to competitive nature of the Engineering majors, students should consider participating in the UC Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program if available
Transfer Engineering Admissions UCB UCD Alternate Major Considered UCI UCLA UCM UCR UCSD UCSB UCSC Major Prep Required GPA (Cumulative) 3.5 3.1 3.0* 3.4 2.8 2.8 3.0 3.2* 2.4* Offer Engineering TAG = es *Additional GPA Requirement for Major Prep
Transfer Pathway Overview UC President s Transfer Initiative Transfer Action Team found that preparing for transfer from CCC to the UCs is complicated by variations in pre-major requirements among UC campuses, even among similar majors. Objective: To streamline the transfer process for 21 of the most popular majors on every UC campus. Resources: http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/q-and-a/transfer-p athways/index.html#1 http://www.ucop.edu/diversity-engagement/_files/uc%20new%20trans fer%20pathways.pdf
Transfer Pathways The 3 Engineering Majors The simple way to keep your options open as you prepare for your major. Planning is key! There are three things to keep in mind as you plan: Meeting minimum requirements for each campus General education courses Preparing for your major
Computer Science Transfer Pathway Expected Coursework Introduction to programming (computer science I) Data Structures (computer science II) Computer organization and assembly language Single variable calculus for STEM majors (one-year sequence) Multivariable calculus Major Available at: Berkeley* Davis Irvine Los Angeles Merced Discrete mathematics Linear algebra Differential equations Calculus-based physics (one-year sequence with labs; topics covered must include mechanics and electromagnetism) Riverside San Diego Santa Barbara Santa Cruz
Electrical Engineering Transfer Pathway Expected Coursework Single variable calculus for STEM majors (one-year sequence) Multivariable/vector calculus Linear algebra Ordinary differential equations Calculus-based physics (full introductory sequence of 3 semesters/5 quarters through modern physics, with labs) General chemistry 1 (with lab) Circuit analysis (with lab) Computer programming (1 course) Major Available at: Davis Irvine Los Angeles Riverside San Diego Santa Barbara Santa Cruz
Mechanical Engineering Transfer Pathway Expected Coursework Single variable calculus for STEM majors (one-year sequence) Major Available at: Berkeley Multivariable calculus Davis Linear algebra Irvine Differential equations Los Angeles General chemistry (one-year sequence with labs) Calculus-based physics (one-year sequence with labs) Computer programming (one course) Engineering graphics and design Merced Riverside San Diego Circuits with lab Statics Santa Barbara
Common Transfer Admission Questions 1. Do all campuses offer an Engineering Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)? NO - UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UC Riverside & UC Santa Cruz offer an Engineering TAG 2. How long will it take to complete an Engineering degree as a Transfer student? All programs are designed to be completed within two years. 3. What if my major is not one of the Transfer Pathways majors? Use ASSIST.org and campus admission websites to make sure the correct major prep is completed 4. Once students decide on a campus, what should be their next step? At this point, students should use ASSIST.org and campus admissions websites.
Additional Resources
What can students do if they are not admitted to Engineering majors? 1. Consider their interests 2. Understand the skills sought by businesses 3. Consider a wide range of majors Actuarial science Chemistry and biochemistry Earth science Economics Environmental studies Geography, and with geographic information science emphasis Mathematics and mathematical sciences Physical geography Physics Statistical science 4. Get research experience 5. Consider graduate school
Resources University of California Office of the President (UCOP): http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/ Transfer Admission Planner (TAP): https://uctap.universityofcalifornia.edu/students/ Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG): http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/transfer/guarantee/ ASSIST: www.assist.org UC Berkeley:http://admissions.berkeley.edu UC Davis: https://www.ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate UC Irvine: http://admissions.uci.edu/ UC Los Angeles: http://www.admission.ucla.edu/default.htm UC Merced: http://admissions.ucmerced.edu/ UC Riverside: http://admissions.ucr.edu/ UC Santa Barbara: http://admissions.sa.ucsb.edu/ UC Santa Cruz: http://admissions.ucsc.edu UC San Diego: http://admissions.ucsd.edu/
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