2001 - 2002
Undergraduate Catalog
College of Engineering
Admission to the College
Essential Preparation for Freshmen and Sophomores
The beginning engineering student should have a good understanding of the basic physical sciences, a demonstrated ability in mathematics and the competence to read rapidly with comprehension.
Minimum high school preparation should include the basics outlined below. Deficiencies may be overcome by completing lower-level math and chemistry courses before proceeding with the regular engineering curriculum. Refer to the Admission as a freshman section for complete information.
|
Essentials |
Years |
|
Elementary algebra |
1 |
|
Intermediate and advanced algebra |
1 |
|
Plane geometry |
1 |
|
Trigonometry |
1/2 |
|
Chemistry |
1 |
|
Physics |
1 |
|
Desirable |
|
|
Precalculus or calculus |
1 |
General Education: Students must complete 36 hours of general education course work and prescribed foundation courses in mathematics and the physical/biological sciences before pursuing junior and senior level courses in the college.
General education distribution:
|
Composition |
3 hrs |
|
Mathematical Science |
6 hrs |
|
Humanities |
6-9 hrs |
|
Social and Behavioral Sciences |
6-9 hrs |
|
Physical and Biological Sciences |
12 hrs |
|
TOTAL |
36 hrs |
Note: Requirements of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) in general education will be satisfied by the university's general education requirements. All courses used to satisfy general education requirements must be taken for a letter grade.