Engineering departments advise students for major requirements. The departmental contacts are also available for students that are deciding on a major.

See a Departmental Advisor if you need:

• Pre-registration advising for 200+ level courses and you have declared a major
• General advising information, including electives & course selections in your major
• Information about possible teaching fellow opportunities, research opportunities, and graduate programs or careers
• Departmental course evaluations (for transfer students)
• General assistance

The Clark School of Engineering has expectations and enforces policies that are designed to promote the success of its students and to ensure timely progress towards graduation. Students are required to complete a specific number of courses each academic year as defined in the benchmarks below.  Any student who re-enrolls, reinstates or changes their major within or into the Clark School will be adjusted to the new benchmark requirements.

A student who does not meet a benchmark and is not making timely progress towards his/her degree will be required to meet with his/her departmental advisor before the start of the next semester. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of his/her pre-registration for the subsequent semester.

The links below open Microsoft Word documents.

Benchmarks: 2012-2013

Benchmarks: 2011-2012

Benchmarks: 2010-2011

Benchmarks: Semester Matriculation of Fall 2009-Spring 2010

Benchmarks: Semester Matriculation of Spring 2009 or Earlier

Advising Links Academic Policies Contact Us Degree Planning Tools ENES/Keystone FAQ Four Year Plan Graduation Majors Parents Transfer Admission Alumni: University of Maryland Alumni Association Engineering Chapter Join the Engineering Chapter of the Alumni Association! Graduates receive a one year FREE membership to the University of Maryland Alumni Association and become a member of the Engineering Chapter. To activate your membership go to  www.eng.umd.edu/alumni and select "Join the Alumni Association."

Following these guidelines is imperative to ensure all graduation paperwork will be completed and all degree requirements will be satisfied. Ultimately, the responsibility of satisfying all degree requirements lies with the student.

The Semester in Which You Plan to Graduate

1. Submit a Graduation Worksheet for the current semester. See:
         Summer 2013 Graduation Worksheet or Fall 2013 Graduation Worksheet [pdf]
         Late Graduation Worksheets need to be submitted with a Petition for an Exception to Policy form found under Forms.
2. Print the online Degree Navigator Student Audit of your engineering degree (NOT the benchmark audit).
3. Apply online to graduate on TESTUDO no later than the last day of schedule adjustment  of the semester in which you plan to graduate (10 days after classes start).
4. Complete the online Summer Senior Survey, if graduating in summer and online Fall Senior Survey. You only need to attach the receipt.
5. Review minimum requirements on this page for graduation.
6. If completing a Minor, Double Major, Double Degree consult your advisor for that specific program regarding program requirements for graduation.
7. Take all completed graduation forms to the Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support Office 1131 Glenn L. Martin Hall.

Commencement Information

If you have questions about the University Commencement website or the Engineering Commencement ceremony, please check the above links.   If degree requirements will not be complete at the end of the semester, but you would like to participate in the ceremony for that semester, then you need to submit a Request to Walk in Engineering Commencement Ceremony form.

Minimum Requirements for Graduation

• All degree requirements satisfied
• You MUST review your unofficial Degree Navigator audit.  Please print the audit and bring any questions to your Departmental Advisor during your pre-registration meeting. General questions about CORE courses or the applicability of those courses should be directed to Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support. *If any substitutions have been made to your degree program, please make sure that your advisor has denoted those on your Degree Navigator unofficial audit online. If the audit is inaccurate, please send a detailed message including your name, UID, course, semester, and an explanation of the inaccuracy to engrhelp@umd.edu.
• A "C-" or better in all ENXX and CMSC courses being used in the degree.  NOTE: Students whose first semester at UMCP or any other institution of higher education who matriculated in the Spring of 2005 or later are required to earn a grade of "C-" or better in all non-engineering courses.
• Minimum of 120 credits completed except for Aerospace Engineers who are required a minimum of 124 credits and the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering program requires a minimum of 128 credits to graduate.
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and within your engineering major.
• Final 30 credits must be completed on campus, unless prior Dean's approval is received.
• Students will not be allowed to graduate with any 'I' (Incompletes) or 'NG's (No-Grades) regardless if the course is being used to satisfy degree requirements.
• All courses being used towards the degree must be taken for a letter grade.

Advising Links Academic Policies Contact Us Degree Planning Tools ENES/Keystone FAQ Four Year Plan Graduation Majors Parents Transfer Admission

Directions for creating an Engineering Academic Plan

The goal of the Student Academic Plan Completion Policy is to promote undergraduate student progress toward a degree. Each student must create and consistently review a Four Year Plan for their major.

1. Download the academic plan below for your intended major.
         ♦ This template serves as a guide for which semester to take a course. NOTE: In
            some departments, not all courses are offered Fall AND Spring semester. Ask
            your academic advisor for this information to make sure you are properly planning.
2. We suggest you use an excel document or spreadsheet to create your specific academic plan.
3. Indicate on your plan any AP, IB, transfer work, or approved substitutions that may have already fulfilled degree requirements. For example AP credit for MATH140.
4. Label your first semester and the year; for example “Fall 2013".
        ♦  List the courses you are currently taking your first semester.
        ♦  List your future semesters, such as “Spring 2013”, “Summer 2013”, etc. and the
          courses you plan to take in those semesters. 
5. Use the Schedule of Classes and Undergraduate Catalog to determine the pre/co-requisites for the courses you are required to take.
        ♦  Plan each semester based on successful completion of those pre/co-requisites courses.
6. Review the benchmark requirements for your intended major on Degree Navigator or from the list of benchmarks on the Advising Website.
        ♦  Make sure you are taking the courses in each benchmark prior to or in the semester of the review so you remain
            on track. A student who does not meet benchmark requirements may be told to change their major out of the
           Engineering School.
7. Once completed, review your plan with your academic advisor.
        ♦  If changes occur, you are responsible for creating a new plan and reviewing it with your academic advisor.

Four Year Academic Plan Templates

Please use the templates below as a starting point to creating your own Four Year Plan. Each link is an excel document that assumes the student will begin as a freshman who will take Math140. Directions on how to modify the plan to fit your needs are below the templates and include information for undecided engineering students and students with a declared major.

GenEd Academic Plans

Gen Ed - Four Year Academic Plan: 2013-2014

Gen Ed - Four Year Academic Plan: 2012-2013

CORE - Four Year Academic Plans

CORE - Four Year Academic Plan: 2012-2013

CORE - Four Year Academic Plan: 2011-2012

CORE Curriculum Sheets

Curriculum sheets are listed below. Please consult the undergraduate catalog for the year you matriculated into the major within the Clark School of Engineering for specific degree requirements.

2012-2013

2011-2012

2010-2011

2009-2010

2008-2009

2007-2008

2006-2007

2005-2006

2004-2005

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Registration

► I have a registration block on my record. Why?

All undergraduate students in Engineering will have a mandatory advising block placed on their registration every fall and spring. This is done to ensure that engineering students are making satisfactory progress towards their degree.

► How do I remove a registration block so that I can register on my given date and time?

First, are you in a declared major? If so, then contact the department's main faculty advisor for advising. If you are undecided, see an advisor from the Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support office, 1131S GLMH.

If you are on academic probation due to poor academic performance and have a block, you must visit your departmental advisor to discuss courses for the upcoming semester and then visit the Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support office, 1131S GLMH to make sure that all necessary stamps are given.

► Who do I see for advising?

• Undecided students may come in to meet with an advisor in the Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support office.
• Students in a declared major should meet with their departmental advisor.
• Transfer students should be seeking the expertise from their department advisor.

Changing Majors

► How do I change my major to engineering?

Current UM students seeking admission into the A. James Clark School of Engineering will need to submit an online application, but before submitting the application, please take a few minutes to review the LEP Application Instruction. These instructions will give students a better understanding of what the Admissions Office will be looking for when reviewing applications. Once the LEP Application-ENGR is submitted, the Undergraduate Admissions Office will review your record for the admission criteria.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will send you a confirmation notice indicating that they have received your application. A decision will be sent to your email account about two weeks after the application due date (5th business day of January and June) with instructions of your next step.

► How do I change/declare my major within engineering?

Engineering students are encouraged to select their major or engineering specialization as soon as possible but must choose no later than the end of their third semester.

Engineering students can change their major within the School of Engineering by simply submitting an online Major Change form found on this website under Forms.

► What happens when I am notified that I must change my major out of engineering?

Students asked to "Change Out" due to no academic progress will need to declare another major as soon as possible. If assistance is needed students should come in to speak with an advisor in the Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support Office, 1131S GLMH.

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College Regulations

In accordance with University policy, the A. James Clark School of Engineering has been designated a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP). Newly admitted freshmen to the Clark School of Engineering will need to complete specified requirements by the end of the semester in which they reach their 45th University of Maryland credit in order to remain in the Clark School.

The requirements are as follows:

• ENGL 101
• ENES 100 with a grade of C- or better
• MATH 141 with a grade of C- or better, or AP credit
• PHYS 161 with a grade of C- or better, or AP credit
• CHEM 135 or CHEM 113 with a grade of C- or better, or AP credit
• At least one Distributive Studies CORE course from the Humanities or Social Sciences
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00
• Bioengineering students must also complete BIOE 120 with a minimum grade of C-

* Only one repeat of any one single course from the above list allowed.

► When would I fill out a special exception form?

If a student needs to do any of the following a Petition for an Exception to Policy form will be required:

• Enroll for more than 18 credits
• Register for a time conflict
• Enroll in a course for the third time
• Repeat more than the maximum allowed 18 credits
• Drop more than 4 credits in one semester
• Late Add of a course
• Late Drop of a course
• Taking a course off campus within the student's last 30 credits

Academic Probation

► What does being on Academic Probation mean?

You have achieved less than a 2.0 cumulative University of Maryland GPA and you must complete CARE, which includes at least one meeting with your departmental academic advisor and one meeting with UA&AS.

► What do I do if I am on Academic Probation?

• Complete the CARE Program in its entirety
• Meet with my academic advisor(s)
• Adjust your registration

► What is the CARE Program?

CARE is a module based system which:

• Allows you to review University & Engineering policies
• Helps clarify the meaning of being on academic probation
• Provides tools for understanding the benefits of repeating courses
• Points you in the direction of becoming academically successful

► What Must I Do To Complete this Program?

• Complete the quizzes after each module
• Complete and print the Self-Assessment at the end of CARE
• If you haven’t already, adjust your Four Year Plan
• Meet with your departmental academic advisor
• Meet with an UA&AS advisor (ECE students do not need to schedule this meeting)
• Finalize your Academic Plan with your advisors

► What do I need to do in order to have the Administrative Hold removed?

You must complete the following steps:

1. Access the CARE program in the "My Organizations" section of ELMS
2. Review all modules and complete all of the quizzes
3. Complete & print the self-assessment found at the end of the program
4. Schedule an appointment and meet with your departmental advisor* to update your Four Year Plan
         (if you are Undecided within engineering, you can skip this step and update your Four Year Plan in step 5)
5. Schedule an appointment and meet with an advisor from Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support
         (bring your updated Four Year Plan and your printed self-assessment)**

*  Undecided Engineering Students only need to meet with UA&AS.
**  Electrical and Computer Engineering Students only need to meet with their Departmental Advisor (and not UA&AS).

All steps must be completed in order for the hold to be removed from your account.

► How does Academic Probation affect me?

You are not able to change your schedule in any way until you have received permission from an advisor in UA&AS.

• This includes registering for and/or dropping any course(s)
• This registration block will stay on your account until you have achieved a 2.0 or better cumulative UM GPA (good academic standing) and have been removed from academic probation

Note: Students may only be removed from probation at the conclusion of Fall or Spring semesters.

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Admissions

► What are the requirements to transfer into an engineering major from another major?

Both external (outside UMCP) and internal transfers (meaning current UMCP students whose major is NOT engineering) will be admitted to the Clark School if they meet the following admission requirements:

    Completion of the Fundamental Studies English 101-Introduction to Writing requirement*
    Completion of MATH 141 with minimum grade of C- or better (Applicants for Spring 2014 and forward will be required to have a B- or better.)*
    Completion of PHYS 161 with a minimum grade of C- or better (Applicants for Spring 2014 and forward will be required to have a B- or better.)*
    Completion of CHEM 135, CHEM 113, OR CHEM271 with a minimum grade of C- or better*
    A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on all college level coursework
    Completion of at least one Distributive Studies course from the humanities or social sciences.(Must have one of the following codes: HA, HL, HO, SB, SH, DSHS, or DSHU)
    Students in other Engineering majors or Engineering undecided who wish to be a BIOE major must complete BIOE 120 with a grade of B-.
    Please note that for students applying for the Spring 2014 semester and forward, a minimum grade of B- will be required for MATH141 and PHYS161.

* Only one 'gateway' or performance review course may be repeated to earn the required grade and that course may only be repeated once. A "W" counts as a repeat.

Course Information

► I am a non-engineering student and would like permission to take an engineering course. Where do I go?

Contact the specific department offering the course to obtain permission. For ENES 100, 102, 220, or 201 please see the
ENES/Keystone. Seats are available on a first come first serve basis and all pre and co requisites must be met.

► How do I change an "I" or "NG" on my transcript?

The student will need to contact the instructor for the course and discuss with her/him when and how you will complete the coursework necessary to change the "I" or "NG" to a letter grade. An Incomplete Contract should be filled out stating the date as to when the work is to be completed.

► What should I do if I want to take a course at another institution?

Before enrolling to take a course at another institution a student must first get permission from their college. All requests to take courses at another institution are reviewed by process of a Permission to Enroll Form. These forms are available online.

► I'm not sure I received the right grade. Who do I talk to?

Questions concerning a student's grade should be directed to the instructor of the course.

Graduation

► What do I need to do to graduate?

In the semester a student will complete all of the degree requirements they will need to apply online via Testudo, complete a graduation worksheet, and complete the on-line senior survey. Visit the graduation timeline for a complete step by step guide.

Math Placement

► Can I retake the math placement test if I am not satisfied with my placement? If so, how and when?
Is there a limit to how many times I can take it?

A student may retake the placement test only once during an academic year semester and is allowed to retake it only once during the summer. To find out the schedule and register to retake the Math Placement Exam (MPE) please call the Math department at (301)405-5053. In addition you can check the orientation website for more information about the MPE.

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The Degree Planning Tools page should be used when planning the coursework that you wish to take for your major program in engineering. The links below will take you to tools that help you plan out your semester, academic year, and 4-year plan.

Academic Planning

Four Year Academic Plans & Curriculum Sheets
A Four Year Academic Plans & Curriculum Sheet ares a lists of all of the classes required for any of the degree programs by requirement: CORE/GenEd and Major Requirements (including Basic Sciences and Technical Requirements). Online versions are only available beginning with the 2004-2005 academic year. Please consult the Undergraduate Catalog for the specific degree requirements of your matriculation year.

Academic Tools

Degree Navigator
Is a course auditing tool designed to help students and advisors evaluate academic progress towards completion of requirements for graduation. Students should check their Degree Navigator Online Audit each semester prior to their appointment with their academic advisor to ascertain his or her standing with respect to advancement toward a degree. The audit lists required coursework by “Requirement.” A “Requirement” shows what courses a student needs to complete for their degree program and then posts the course and grade as the student completes them. Any questions or concerns about the Degree Navigator Online Audit should be directed to your academic advisor.

Resources for Academic Success [doc]
This page will give you a list academic resources that the School of Engineering as well as the University has available to help students in their college career at the University of Maryland.

Registration

Course Descriptions
This link will take you to the current academic year Undergraduate Catalog. One of the sections of the catalog is the “Approved Courses” link and it includes complete course descriptions of all undergraduate courses offered. Once you understand the general explanation of the course, use the Schedule of Classes to determine if the class is offered in the term which you are planning.

Preparing for Registration
This page will give you a step-by-step explanation of what to do to get ready for registration and includes what tasks to complete before you meet with your advisor.

Advising Department

Each department has helpful tips and information to help you build your schedule. The links below take you directly to the web pages created by each department with more information related to scheduling, course planning, technical electives and advising.

• Aerospace Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
• Civil Engineering
      Infrastructure Track
      Transportation, Systems and Project Management Track
      Water & Environment Track

• Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Fire Protection Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

The Engineering Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support Office advises undecided engineering students. For declared majors, students are advised through their Department. Advisors are here to assist you, but remember—each student has ultimate responsibility for his or her own education.

	Jenna Bucci Director/Academic Advisor Phone: (301)405-9973  |  Email:  jdolan@umd.edu
	Shannon R. Edward Transfer Coordinator/Academic Advisor Phone: (301) 405.9973  |  Email:  sedward@umd.edu
	Rebeca Hosten Coordinator/Academic Advisor Phone: (301) 405-9973  |  Email:  ihosten@umd.edu
	Becky Kenemuth Associate Director/Academic Advisor Phone: (301) 405-9973  |  Email:  rzonies@umd.edu
	Nicholas Richardson Athletic Liaison/Academic Advisor Phone:  (301) 405-9973  |  Email:  richard7@umd.edu

On this page... Mandatory Academic Advising Registration Repeat Policy Expectation of Progress Toward a Degree Satisfactory Academic Progress - Engineering Courses 45 Credit Review Courses Taken at Other Institutions   Advising Links Academic Policies Contact Us Degree Planning Tools ENES/Keystone FAQ Four Year Plan Graduation Majors Parents Transfer Admission

Mandatory Academic Advising

• Advising is mandatory for all Engineering students each semester. If you are not sure whom to see for advising please see our FAQ.
• Students are notified about registration appointments by email. Students may also check online at My UM or TESTUDO.
• Registration appointments are based on total applicable credit limit. Students with the most credits register first.

Registration

Registration Process: Currently enrolled students are invited to early registration by appointment. Registration appointments for the fall semester begin in April, and appointments for the spring semester begin in late October. Registration can be processed on the MyUM website My UM, TESTUDO or in person.

Schedule Adjustment: The schedule adjustment period is the first 10 days of classes for the fall and spring semesters, the first 5 days of classes for Summer Sessions I and II, and the first 3 days of classes for Winter Term and 3-week accelerated summer courses. Courses may be added, when space is available, during the schedule adjustment period, and will appear on the student’s permanent record along with other courses previously listed. Courses dropped during this period will not appear on the student's permanent record.

Drop Period: The drop period will begin at the close of the schedule adjustment period and terminate at the end of the tenth week of classes for the fall and spring semesters, and at a comparable time for summer sessions and Winter Term. Consult the Registration Guide or Schedule of Classes for dates.

During this period a student may drop a maximum of four credits. Drops during this period will be on the student's permanent record with a ‘W’ and will count as an attempt in the course. W’s do not count in the computation of a student's cumulative grade point average.

Repeat Policy

• Any course may be attempted twice.
• Students may repeat up to 18 credit hours.
• A “W” counts as an attempt.
• Both attempts and grades earned will appear on transcript.
• Both attempts are calculated into the cumulative GPA…
  except for courses originally taken during the first 24 credits (or for transfer students, courses taken during the first semester as a UM student), in which case there is a grace period. If the course is repeated, only the higher grade will count in the UM GPA.

For more information, please visit:  Repeating Policy for Undergraduate Students

Expectation of Progress Toward a Degree

• Full time students are expected to complete the Undergraduate programs at the University of Maryland in four years.  In order to graduate in four years, students must plan carefully in consultation with an academic advisor, declare a major early, and complete 30 credits each year, which is usually accomplished by completing a normal course load of 14-16 credits each semester and by completing general education and major requirements in a timely manner.
• Students who change majors, declare a major late in the sophomore year, enroll in a limited number of select programs, or take advantage of certain special opportunities that enrich the undergraduate experience may require up to five years to complete a degree.  All students should develop and regularly review a multi-year course plan to complete their intended programs.  If a student has special circumstances that make it impossible to complete a normal course load, the student would meet with an advisor to discuss the circumstances, the student's plans for continued progress towards a degree, and the implications for full-time enrollment.

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Satisfactory Academic Progress—Engineering Courses

• Students must achieve a grade of C- or better in all technical courses (non-CORE)
• Students must achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and completion of all degree requirements to graduate
• Students must complete a minimum of 120 credits minimum (124 credits minimum for Aerospace) to graduate
• No more than ½ of UM degree credits can be from a 2-year college, and no more than 90 credits from a 4-year institution
• All degree applicable courses must be regular grading method (A, B, C…)
• Graduation will be denied if any Incompletes (I) or No Grades (NG) have not been resolved

45 Credit Benchmark Review

• Directly admitted freshmen will be subject to an academic review at the end of the semester in which they attain 45 University of Maryland credits. In order to successfully complete the review, students must have an overall GPA of 2.0 and have completed the gateway requirements: ENES 100, MATH 141, PHYS 161, and CHEM 113 or CHEM 135 all with a grade of C- or better. Students would also need ENGL 101 and at least one Distributive Studies CORE course from the Humanities or Social Sciences.
• Only one single repeat of any one of the courses listed above is allowed. A course in which a grade of "W" is earned is counted as an attempt.

Courses Taken at Other Institutions

Courses taken at another institution may not be credited toward a degree program without prior approval of the college from which the student expects to earn a degree.

In order for Clark School Students to enroll in a course at another institution, the following must occur:

• be in good academic standing (i.e. cumulative GPA of 2.0)
• meet all prerequisites for the requested course(s)
• fill out a Permission To Enroll In Another Institution Form [pdf] and receive permission from the Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support Office (1131 Glenn Martin Hall) before enrolling in the course

In order to view transfer course equivalencies for UMCP courses, visit www.sis.umd.edu/TCC/.

Students will not be allowed dual enrollment their first semester. They must obtain a GPA first and upon approval may return to the community college without violating the 60 credit rule.

The Office of Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support, a unit of the Clark School of Engineering, provides a broad variety of services to assist undergraduate engineering students in their self-understanding and development. While our primary role is individual advising for current undergraduate engineering students we also assist engineering students on a number of related issues including: university policy interpretations, career choices, course selection, social and personal adjustment and academic concerns.

The undergraduate engineering advisors serve as a source of information connecting students to various campus resources and are focused on you.  We hope that you will take advantage of our services and see how committed we are to providing our students with the right tools to make your time here both academically and intellectually stimulating as possible.

This Website Does not Replace Actual Advising

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining your plans in consultation with your departmental advisor (once a major has been declared) or the Office of Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support if you are an undecided engineering student.

Attention Students:

Please include your name and UID number in all email and phone communications.

Office Location:
1131S Glenn L. Martin Hall
College Park, MD 20742
Phone Number: (301) 405-9973
FAX: (301) 314-9867

Office Hours:
Monday-Friday (8:30am-4:30pm)
The office is closed on Mondays-Fridays between 11:45am and 1:00pm.

General Questions
Current Students or Degree Navigator Concerns:  engrhelp@umd.edu
Prospective Transfer Students:  transfer_engr@umd.edu

Thinking of Attending?

If you are a prospective undergraduate student, you will apply for admission to the Clark School of Engineering by submitting an application to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Mitchell Building
College Park, MD 20742
(301) 314-8385
(800) 422-5867
www.umd.edu/admissions/

Graduate Students

Looking for information? Visit the graduate students page, student services, and your specific department's or program's site.