1. Plebe Advising AA/SS Session Class of 2019

2. Introductions Welcome!

3. Learn your fall semester schedules Introduce Plebe Academic Handbook Discuss academic expectations Review strategies for academic success Discuss where to go for help Provide information on USNA’s majors Questions Goals for Today

4. Fall Semester Schedules

5. MIDS https://mids.usna.edu  at USNA https://mids.usna.edu https://midsweb.usna.edu  off the yard access https://midsweb.usna.edu

6. Pre-register and register for classes Get your class schedule Get your professors’ schedules Get final exam schedule Query grades and other academic info Provide excusals for absences Compare matrices for majors Read MAPRs … and more! What can I use MIDS for?

7. See Your Schedule in MIDS

8. Your Schedule May say STAFF Lab Time Class Time Class Room Lab Room No scheduled classes

9. Days of the Week M=Monday T=Tuesday W=Wenesday R=Thursday F=Friday Schedule Codes Buildings CH = Chauvenet LC = Levy Center LJ =Lejeune LU = Luce MD = Macdonough MA = Mahan MI =Michelson MT = Mitscher (Laboon Center) MU = Maury NI = Nimitz RI = Rickover SA = Sampson

10. Sampson Hall (English, History) Sampson Hall (English, History) Michelson Hall (Chemistry) Michelson Hall (Chemistry) Chauvenet Hall (Math) Chauvenet Hall (Math) Luce Hall (Leadership, Seamanship) Luce Hall (Leadership, Seamanship)

11. Daily Schedule PdDurationPdDuration 10755-0845 80755-0910 20855-0945 30955-1045 90955-1110 41055-1145 51330-1420 101330-1445 61430-1520 71530-1620 50 min periods 75 min periods 7 th period rarely used (some long labs)

12. Weekly Schedule (Table View)

13. Schedules can change right up to the first day of classes Use MIDS to check on your schedule just before classes begin Caution

14. In what building do most Math classes meet? In what building do most English classes meet? What is one of your 3-hour courses? What is one of your 4-hour courses? How many “open” periods do you have in a week? Questions about Schedules …

15. This handbook contains important very helpful information. It is available online” USNA Homepage  Academics Plebe Academic Handbook Plebe Academic Handbook

16. Academic Calendar – Preregistration – Academic Reserve (Exam) Periods – 6 and 12 week grade submission dates – Registration Academic departments, locations and phone numbers, Help with academic problems

17. Computers – Using MIDS – Getting help or getting it fixed Attendance Requirements Computation of Grades Academic Honors, Deficiencies, Academic Board, Special Opportunities USNA Statement on Plagiarism

18. You are expected to be professional toward and responsive to faculty members Courtesies in Addressing Faculty members – Military and Civilian Faculty – Address Faculty by their appropriate title – avoid generic “Mr.”/”Mrs.”/”Ms.” “Prof”/”Professor” – Assistant/Associate/Full Professors “Dean” – Assistant/Associate/Academic Dean & Provost Military Titles Academic Expectations

19. Effort – Be prepared for class (read ahead) – Turn in quality work (neat and on time) – Show interest (even if it may be difficult) – Show respect to professor and classmates Communication – About how to make up missed work – About what to do when you need help Academic Expectations

20. On the first day of class, most faculty members will tell you specific expectations Pay attention to stated preferences, pet peeves, etc. Read each Course Policy Statement for information on – Course objectives, requirements, etc. – Homework Policy – Test Policy – Grading Policy Academic Expectations

21. More competition for your time Faster pace Higher expectations – Analytical or critical thinking skills – Writing skills – Mathematical skills Greater freedom (+/-) – More time between quizzes or major assignments – Faculty members expect you to be responsible Academics at USNA will likely differ from your previous experience(s)

22. So many things to do … So little time … So what? Time Management from https://malenadugroup.wordpress.com/

23. Typical 4/C Weekly Schedule NS101 SC111 FP130 SM131 NL110 SM131 FP130 HE111 SC111 NS101 NL110 How many hours should I be studying? Guideline: 2 hours for each hour in class. When will I find the time? Free Periods (10 hrs) Study Pds (18 hrs) Weekends (10 hrs) Physical Mission Period Home Football Game Forrestal Lecture 19 hours in class. Need ~ 38 study hours.

24. 1.Sit in the front row and pay attention in class. 2.Start working hard the very first day. Don't fall behind. 3.Stay awake. Stand if necessary. 4.Review all the assignments before going to class; skim for major points then read for details. 5.Make sure you grasp basic concepts as you go along. Ask questions about what you don't understand. 6.Participate in class. Don't let anything go by that you don't understand. 7.Learn from questions asked by others. Pay attention to what is going on. 8.Take good notes in class. Class notes help you understand what the professor wants. 9.Be sure to copy down problem types and examples given in class. 10.Organize your notes as soon as possible after class. Fill in the blanks. 11.Arrange for extra instruction (EI) if you start falling behind or, as you become confused. Go at the first sign of difficulty. 12.Study and review with others. Begin your review for exams at least one week before the exam date. 13.Study subjects you like later than the ones you don't. Tips for Success at USNA A Baker’s Dozen

25. Calculus, Chemistry, Physics, Statics, Dynamics, EE, Boats, Steam, Weapons, Navigation…. Rule 1: Always do your class assignments Rule 2: Be an active Participant during class When all else fails, see Rule 1 Technical/Problem Solving Courses

26. History, Poly Sci, English, Leadership, Ethics, Naval Science SQ3R System – Survey – Question – Read – Recite – Review Non-Technical Courses Repeat

27. How much should I study? Where should I study? What about group study? Should I take notes? How? How do I get EI? How should I prepare for EI? How should I prepare for tests? Questions about Study Skills

28. Getting in trouble Getting back out What if I need help? from http://www.slideshare.net/Launchyourgenius/16-ideas-on-creativity-and-life-from-dr-seuss

29. At USNA, an Academic Deficiency is when a midshipman … has a semester QPR below 1.50 fails two or more courses in one semester fails any course after having failed two or more courses previously. fails to earn a 2.00 in summer school fails to remove probation. fails to fulfill any condition as prescribed by the Academic Board as the result of a previous deficiency fails to successfully complete all requirements for graduation by the end of that semester in which you are scheduled to graduate falls two or more courses behind the number of courses required by the end of a given semester according to that major's matrix. fails to achieve the required standards in prescribed summer training is deficient in physical education at the end of a semester or receives failing grades in conduct and military performance fails a remedial course such as HE101, SM005 or HE344 Any one of these conditions triggers an Academic Board (“AcBoard”) Academic Deficiency

30. START EARLY — as soon as you think you need it. EI — The first resort! Call, email or visit your professor. Ask other mids — But don’t just copy their work. MGSP — Group Study led by a mid. A process, not a quick fix. Department Resources: – Chemistry Resource Center: MI100 – Math Lab: CH130 – Writing Center: Nimitz Library Academic Center – Learning Skills Program – Extra Help Classes (Math, Chemistry, Physics) – Evening Tutoring Chaplains, MDC, Medical Getting Help

31. Classes Begin: 24 Aug Pre-registration: 12 – 19 Sep – You must meet with your advisor first to get approval for your spring courses – We’ll be sending you email and arranging meetings What’s Next?

32. This is your college education You will need to work hard but you can succeed Your instructors are pulling for you Get organized, challenge yourself and have some fun! Closing Thoughts

34. Division of Engineering and Weapons Division of Mathematics and Science Division of Humanities and Social Sciences EAS: Aerospace EngineeringSCH: ChemistryFLA: Arabic EEE: Electrical EngineeringSCS: Computer ScienceFLC: Chinese ECE: Computer EngineeringSCY: Cyber OperationsFEQ: Economics EGE: General EngineeringSGS: General ScienceFPS: Political Science EME: Mechanical EngineeringSIT: Information TechnologyHEG: English ENM: Naval Arch & Marine EngSMA: MathematicsHHS: History ENR: Nuclear EngineeringSMO: Operations Research EOE: Ocean EngineeringSOC: Oceanography ESE: System EngineeringSPH: Physics SQE: Quantitative Economics USNA Majors

35. SM221P Course Numbering Unique Course Identifier Typical Variants: P – Plebe A – Additional help S – Honors V – Validators X – International Mids Division: E – Engineering S – Math & Science H – History / English F – Poly Sci / Econ / Languages N – Pro Dev / Officer Dev P – Phys Ed Nominal Year: 1 – 4/c 2 – 3/c 3 – 2/c 4 – 1/c Engineering: A – Aero/Astro C – Computer E – Electrical M – Mechanical N – Naval/Ocean R – Nuclear S – Systems Math & Science: C – Checmistry I – Computer Sci M – Math O – Oceanography P – Physics Hum & Soc Sci: E – Econ or English H – History P – Political Science X – Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian or Spanish

36. FALL Calculus I SM121 4-0-4 (4 cr) Chemistry I SC111 3-2-4 (4 cr) English I HE111 3-0-3 (3 cr) U.S. Government FP130 3-0-3 (3 cr) Seamanship NS101 1-2-2 (2 cr) Leadership NL110 2-0-2 (2 cr) P.E. PE101/ PE111 1-0-0 (0 cr) 6 Courses + PE 18 Credits 20 Contact Hrs Typical Plebe Year SPRING Calculus II SM122 4-0-4 (4 cr) Chemistry II SC112 3-2-4 (4 cr) English II HE112 3-0-3 (3 cr) U.S. Naval History HH104 3-0-3 (3 cr) Cyber I SI110 2-2-3 (3 cr) P.E. PE102 1-0-0 (0 cr) 5 Courses + PE 17 Credits 19 Contact Hrs

37. Mathematics (SM) FALL Pre-Calculus SM005 4-1-4 (4 cr) Calculus I SM121 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calculus I SM131 3-0-3 (3 cr) Calculus II SM122 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calculus II SM122S 4-0-4 (4 cr) Multivar Calc w/ Review SM122X 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221P 4-0-4 (4 cr) SPRING Calculus I SM121 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calculus II SM122 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calculus II SM122 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221 4-0-4 (4 cr) Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221S 4-0-4 (4 cr) Multivar Calc w/ Inf Series SM221X 4-0-4 (4 cr) Differential Equations SM212P 4-0-4 (4 cr)

38. We offer courses in seven (7) languages: Arabic Chinese Japanese Russian French German Spanish Midshipmen can major in Arabic and Chinese Midshipmen can minor in any of our 7 languages Languages Language validation exams will occur during the fall and spring semesters. Some optional language validation exams will be available on 28-29 July for those midshipmen with several other (e.g., SM, HE, etc.) validations who wish to be placed in a higher-level language course during 4/C year.

39. Grades A=Excellent90-1004 Quality Points B=Good80-893 Quality Points C=Satisfactory70-792 Quality Points D=Marginally Passing60-691 Quality Point F=FailingBelow 600 Quality Points Grades EXAMPLE GRADECOURSEQPTsHOURS ASC1114416 BSM1213412 AFP1304312 AHE1114312 CSI110236 TOTAL1758QPR= 58/17= 3.41 Progress Reports: 6 weeks and 12 weeks End of Semester: QPR and CQPR assigned; PRT & PE Grades, Aptitude & Conduct Grades.

40. CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER MINIMUM = 15 HOURS MAXIMUM = APPROXIMATELY 22 HOURS AVERAGE = 17 HOURS Credits Lectures per WeekLab HoursCredits Chemistry Course -SC111324 Calculus I - SM121404 Seamanship - NS101122