1. Welcome to the Drexel Engineering! Dr. Adam Fontecchio Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs fontecchio@drexel.edu

2. Drexel Engineers Are Hands-On!  Freshman design – apply basic concepts in math, physics, and chemistry to engineering problems  Cooperative education – opportunity to apply engineering concepts and discover what you like and don’t like  Student-led engineering projects  Shell Eco-Challenge: Senior Design project to build and race an all-solar vehicle  Smart house: multidisciplinary project to explore design and technology to improve quality of life in the urban setting.  Engineers without Borders: international humanitarian engineering group that helps provide water and shelter using appropriate and sustainable technology.

3. Drexel Engineers Are Leaders!  Engineering societies:  AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers)  ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)  ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)  DEC (Drexel Energy Club)  IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)  MCS (Math and Computer Science Society)  MESPO (Materials Engineering Society of Professional Engineers)  NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers)  SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers)  SWE (Society of Women Engineers)  USGA (Undergraduate Student Government Association)  WiCS (Women in Computing Science Society)  DGDG (Drexel Game Developers Group)  AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics)  SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineering)

4. Drexel Engineers Are Leaders!  Accelerated/joint degree programs  BS/MS Program  BS/MD, BS/JD, BS/PhD (SuperNOVA) Program  Entrepreneurial Program with The Baiada Center  Honors Program: Pennoni Honors College  Peck Scholars: leadership development  Minors  Disciplinary minors (e.g. EE, ME, CE)  Engineering Management  Global Engineering  Study Abroad  UAS7: 7 Universities of Applied Science in Germany  GE3: Global Engineering Education Exchange (Finland, Italy, Austria, Denmark, France, Japan, Mexico, Sweden)

5. Drexel Engineers Solve Global Challenges!

6. Drexel engineers solve global challenges! Make solar energy economical Prof. Jason Baxter, CBE Extremely thin absorber solar cells to improve efficiency ZnO nanowire array Prof. Adam Fontecchio, ECE Stirling-Cycle Power Radiometer

7. Drexel Engineers Solve Global Challenges! Restore and improve urban infrastructure Prof. Frank Moon, CAEE Tacony-Palmyra Bascule Span Monitoring Prof. Mitra Taheri, MSE High strength structural alloys Focused ion beam lift out

8. Drexel Engineers Solve Global Challenges! Engineer better medicines Prof. Maggie Wheatley, BME Ultrasonic triggered drug delivery Prof. Moses Noh, MEM Liver on a Chip Bioreactor

9. Drexel Engineers Solve Global Challenges!  Opportunities for undergraduate research  Senior Design capstone course  STAR: summer after freshman year  Work study  Independent study  Volunteer in a lab  Research co-op

10. Now is a Great Time to be a Drexel Engineer! Largest freshman class in Drexel history! Drexel engineers continue to have a high employment rate at graduation despite the recession! Drexel is one of the top 5 up-and- coming universities in the US! New facilities expand your opportunities!

11. What to Expect in the First Year  Engineerings design sequence…  provides an overview of engineering majors and careers  teaches a number of design modules using CAD tools and programming  emphasizes small group work—you collaborate with COE faculty  develops oral and written communication skills Chem Math Physics Engineering Design Bio Computation Lab Electives EnglishUNIV E101

12. Tips for First Year Success  Attend class and take good notes  Keep up to date  Plan your time carefully  Create study groups – remember to blend study methods!  Take advantage of Learning Centers in Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science (CLC) and the Engineering Librarians  See your professors and teaching assistants when you need help (early in the quarter!)  Get involved in the University, College of Engineering, and your department  Eat, sleep, exercise…and see your Academic Advisor!

13. Drexel Engineering Undergraduate Advising Center

14. Drexel Engineering Associate Dean: Dr. Adam Fontecchio Advising Staff: Rachael Switalski, Associate Director (Students Last Name L) Terri Baker (R-U) Jeff Birou (G-K) Emily Bogunovich (D-F) Jenn Matthews (M-Q) Noelle Palladino (V-Z) Kelly Vass (A-C) Undergraduate Advising Center

15. Drexel Engineering Undergraduate Advising Center Our Mission: Through developmental advising, the Undergraduate Advising Center is committed to promoting student academic growth and success within the College of Engineering and the larger Drexel community.

16. What’s in your folder?

17. Your Academic Advisor What we do for you  Assist with academic planning and course selection for freshman and sophomore years  Be available to you (e-mail, regular office hours, etc.)  Discuss your academic goals and performance  Refer you to support services  Clarify policies, procedures, and regulations Rule of thumb: Try to meet with your advisor at least once per academic term

18. Your Academic Advisor What you need to do  Initiate contact  Be familiar with policies, procedures, and deadlines  Prepare a list of questions before a meeting  Keep a record of progress toward degree  Inform your advisor immediately when a serious issue disrupts your ability to attend class  When in doubt…just ask!

19. Fall TermWinter TermSpring Term ENGR 101 (2)ENGR 102 (2)ENGR 103 (2) ENGR 100 (1)PHYS 101 (4)PHYS 102 (4) CS 121 (1)CS 122 (1)CS 123 (1) MATH 121 (4)MATH 122 (4)MATH 200 (4) CHEM 101 (3.5)CHEM 102 (4.5)BIO 141 (4.5) ENGL 101 (3)ENGL 102 (3)ENGL 103 (3) UNIV E101 (1)UNIV E101 (.5) COOP 101 Core Curriculum For every major except CS and SE OR

20. Computer Science/Software Engineering First Year Curriculum Fall TermWinter TermSpring Term ENGR 101 (2)ENGR 102 (2)ENGR 103 (2) CS 164/SE 101 (3)CS 171/SE 102(3)CS 172/SE 103 (3) CS 121 (1)CS 122 (1)CS 123 (1) MATH 121 (4)MATH 122 (4)MATH 123 (4) Lab Science I (4)Lab Science II (4)Lab Science III (4) ENGL 101 (3)ENGL 102 (3)ENGL 103 (3) UNIV E101 (1)UNIV E101 (.5) COOP 101 OR CS and SE students will have a choice of 1 lab science sequence: Physics, Chemistry, or Biology. SE students do not take the CS 121-123 or ENGR 101-103 sequences.

21. Placement Exams Your placement exam results will determine your starting point in the curriculum Questions about the placement exams? www.drexel.edu/provost/pl acement

22. Chemistry Options Based on placement exam results Fall Term  Winter Term  Spring Term  Summer Term 2013 CHEM 101: Chemistry I  CHEM 102: Chemistry II  BIO 141: Essential Biology CHEM 111: Chem Prep  CHEM 101: Chemistry I  CHEM 102: Chemistry II  BIO 141: Essential Biology Chem- Ready Chem Prep

23. Math and Physics Options Based on placement exam results Calc-Ready Fall Term  Winter Term  Spring Term  Summer Term 2013 MATH 121  MATH 122  MATH 200  PHYS 101  PHYS 102 MATH 110: Pre- Calculus  MATH 121  MATH 122  MATH 200 PHYS 100 orPHYS 100  PHYS 101  PHYS 102 Pre-Calc

24. Placement Exams You have an opportunity to start on track in the Fall Term! Online Preparatory Classes

25. Chemistry Options Based on placement exam results Fall Term  Winter Term  Spring Term  Summer Term 2013 CHEM 101: Chemistry I  CHEM 102: Chemistry II  BIO 141: Essential Biology CHEM 111: Chem Prep  CHEM 101: Chemistry I  CHEM 102: Chemistry II  BIO 141: Essential Biology Chem- Ready Chem Prep Chem Prep w/o Summer 2012 course Chem Prep w/ Summer 2012 course Summer Term 2012  CHEM 050: Chem Prep   If you tested into Chem Prep (CHEM 111), we recommend you take the CHEM 050 online class this summer!

26. Math and Physics Options Based on placement exam results Calc-Ready Fall Term  Winter Term  Spring Term  Summer Term 2013 MATH 121  MATH 122  MATH 200  PHYS 101  PHYS 102 MATH 110: Pre- Calculus  MATH 121  MATH 122  MATH 200 PHYS 100 orPHYS 100  PHYS 101  PHYS 102 Pre-Calc w/ Summer 2012 Courses Pre-Calc w/o Summer 2012 Courses Summer Term 2012  MATH 050: Pre-Calculus  PHYS 050: Physics Prep  Pre-Calc w/o Summer 2012 Courses If you tested into Pre-Calculus (MATH 110), we recommend you take the MATH 050 and PHYS 050 online class this summer!

27.  Note that if you tested into Pre-calculus, you must also take the Physics prep course, PHYS 100  Drexel is offering these courses online this summer  MATH 050 (equivalent to MATH 110)  CHEM 050 (equivalent to CHEM 111)  PHYS 050 (equivalent to PHYS 100)  These are self-paced courses to be completed before the Fall Term  There is no tuition cost to take these courses online this summer MATH 050, PHYS 050, CHEM 050 Online Preparatory Courses

28.  If you successfully finish each class, you will be able to start “on track” in that sequence in the Fall Term.  Successful completion of MATH 050 will allow you to take Calculus I (MATH 121) in the Fall Term.  Successful completion of CHEM 050 will allow you to take Chemistry I (CHEM 101) in the Fall Term.  Successful completion of PHYS 050 will excuse you from Physics Prep (PHYS 100) in the Fall Term and enable you to take Physics I (PHYS 101) in the Winter Term. MATH 050, PHYS 050, CHEM 050 Online Preparatory Courses

29. AP and Transfer Credits  AP scores:  AP e-mails are sent in mid-July  You will need to let us know if you do not wish to accept credit  Drexel accepts scores of 4 or 5; class credit offered depends on the test you took  Your Fall Term schedule may be adjusted depending on what credit you receive  Transfer credit:  If you earned college credit previously, please send an original transcript to our office  If you have already sent your transcript, we will be in contact with further information  IB or A Level: If you have taken IB or A Level exams, please contact your advisor

30. What is FERPA?  Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1977  What does this mean for you?  If you don’t have a FERPA waiver, we can still have a productive conversation!  You can fill out the FERPA waiver online at DrexelOne  For more information, consult the Office of the University Registrar: www.drexel.edu/provost/policies/ferpa.aspwww.drexel.edu/provost/policies/ferpa.asp

31. Office of Disability Resources (ODR)  Offers assistance for students with documented learning and/or medical issues  ODR contact information:  Tel: (215) 895-1401  TTY: (215) 895-2299  E-mail: disability@drexel.edudisability@drexel.edu  Website: www.drexel.edu/odrwww.drexel.edu/odr

32.  Changing your engineering major  enroll@drexel.edu enroll@drexel.edu  4-year vs. 5-year programs  4-year: 1 co-op  5-year: 3 co-ops  Adding a minor  Dual majors  AP/Transfer credit on your schedule  Schedules and special circumstances  BS/MS program  Roommates, Dining Plans, etc. Frequently Asked Questions Other FAQs can be found in your folder

33. Class Scheduling  The University will register you for your Fall Term courses  Your schedule will be adjusted if you’ve earned applicable AP and/or transfer credit  Fall schedules will be available in September  Your schedule is not final until you are notified by your advisor

34. What Happens Next?  Check Drexel e-mail account frequently  AP credit e-mails are sent in mid-July  Weekly e-newsletters from advisor  Computer needs  Flier in your folder details computer requirements  Software downloaded from Drexel is free: www.drexel.edu/irtwww.drexel.edu/irt

35. Interested in having an upperclassman mentor you through your first year at Drexel? See your folder for information on how to apply!

36. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! We’ll be sharing the up-to-date information you need for Fall Term @DrexelEngrUAC

37.  Location: University Crossings, Room 155  Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday-Friday  Walk-in availability  Appointments  Phone: (215) 895-2211  E-mail: uac@coe.drexel.eduuac@coe.drexel.edu  Website: www.drexel.edu/coe/uacwww.drexel.edu/coe/uac Drexel Engineering Undergraduate Advising Center

38. BS in Engineering (BSE) Program A customized engineering program to meet your career goals

39. BS in Engineering (BSE)  Do you want to combine engineering with your other career interests?  Engineering + Legal Studies  Patent Attorney  Engineering + Entrepreneurship  MBA and Business  Engineering + Pre-Med  Medical School  Engineering + Music  Entertainment Industry  Engineering + Journalism  Technical Writing  Engineering + International Economics  Global Engineering  Engineering + ???  Your career!

40. Are You Still-Deciding or BSE?  Still-Deciding Engineering  I haven’t decided yet but I know I want to be a…  Computer Engineer  Electrical Engineer  Mechanical Engineer  Materials Engineer  Chemical Engineer  Architectural Engineer  Civil Engineer  Environmental Engineer  Computer Science  Software Engineer  BS in Engineering (BSE)  I want a strong foundation in engineering, but I am interested in combining engineering with other career goals such as…  Legal Studies  Entrepreneurship  Business  Pre-Med  Music  International Economics  …Or something else!

41. What’s Next for BSE?  Director of BSE Program  Dr. Timothy Kurzweg  (215) 895-0549  Bossone Suite 313  BSE Program Coordinator  Amy Ruymann  (215) 895-2837  Bossone Suite 313 During your first year meet with your BSE advisor to discuss your academic plan

42. MATE 100: Materials for Emerging Technologies September 19-20 Earn two graded course credits! Learn about sustainable products, bio- and nanotechnology, extreme performance parts, energy production and storage, and properties and characterization Hands-on laboratory experience and faculty lectures $90 registration fee (+ $35 early move-in fee if living on campus) Includes course notes and meals See flier in your folder for more information or visit: www.mse.drexel.edu/2day

43. Questions?