While waiting for our session to begin: 1. Remember to scan in with your ID 2. Review your DARS (PDF version) and program flowchart 3. Write down questions you have about this semester and next 4. Make sure you have the Advising Updates Handout Check out the CoE First-Year Website http://firstyear.engr.wisc.edu
TODAY’S TOPICS Your Progress Toward Progression Declaring Your Intent Resources and Course Planning Worktime and Advising
TODAY’S TOPICS Your Progress Toward Progression Declaring Your Intent Resources and Course Planning Worktime and Advising
Where Are You Now? Progression course + credit requirements Apply for progression in complete/in-progress current/intended CoE major Missing progression course(s) due to Apply for one-semester Math or ESL placement extension to finish requirements. Apply for progression Unable to meet progression requirements due to next semester (Fall 2017) dropped, repeated, or missing course(s)/credit(s) Initiate transfer to another No longer planning to pursue a CoE major program
Review Progression on DARS • Is your DARS or ‘What If’ DARS for the correct major? • Course and Credit Requirements • Look for OK • Core and Overall GPA • Completed coursework • In-progress courses • Repeated courses TALK TO AN ADVISOR TODAY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR DARS
Understanding Core GPA GPA is a grade average, adjusted for number of course credits • Core GPA Benchmarks used to determine guaranteed progression • Chart Your Core GPA Find Your Core Courses in DARS Grade Completed Earned Earned Earned Multiplier Core Course Grades Credits Grade Points Chem 103 B 4 B=3 4 x 3 = 12 Math 222 C 4 C=2 4 x 2 = 8 Total Total Crs : 8 crs Grade 20 pts Pts: Grade Multiplier 20 pts / 8 crs = 2.5 CURRENT A AB B BC C D F CORE GPA Earned GPA Pts / Earned GPA Crs = Core GPA 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 0.0
Estimating Current Core Course Grades • Use the information you have now to estimate your grades • More Credits = Greater GPA Impact Chart Projected Core Course Grades Find In-Progress Core Courses in DARS Core Projected Projected Grade Projected Courses Grades Credits Multiplier Grade Pts Chem 104 B 5 B= 3.0 15 EMA 201 AB 3 AB= 3.5 10.5 ME 231 B 2 B=3 6 Math 234 B 4 B=3 12 Total Total Projected Crs : 14 crs Projected 43.5 pts Grade Pts: TIP: Repeat this activity later in the semester as you gain more information about your course performance.
Making a Core GPA Projection ( Earned + Projected Grade Pts) / ( Earned + Projected Crs) = Core GPA Projection Completed Courses In-Progress Classes Grade In-Progress Projected Projected Grade Projected Grade Completed Earned Earned Earned Grade Multiplier Core Courses Grades Credits Multiplier Points Core Course Grades Credits Points Chem 104 B 5 B= 3.0 15 Chem 103 B 4 B=3 4 x 3 = 12 pts EMA 201 AB 3 AB= 3.5 10.5 Math 222 C 4 C=2 4 x 2 = 8 pts ME 231 B 2 B=3 6 Total Math 234 B 4 B=3 12 Total Earned Crs : 8 crs Earned 20 pts Total Grade Pts: Total Projected Crs : 14 crs Projected 43.5 pts Grade Pts: (20 pts + 43.5 pts) / (8 crs + 14 crs) = 2.886 Projected Core GPA ( Earned + Projected Grade Points) / ( Earned + Projected Credits) = Projected Core GPA
Unpacking GPA Benchmarks Guaranteed Progression: • Course/credit requirements OK • Meets GPA Benchmarks Considered for Progression: • Course/credit requirements OK • Does not meet GPA Benchmarks Note: Students do not need to continue to meet these benchmarks after meeting progression
What Does It Mean to Be “Considered”? Selected for Reviewed by Program: Progression in Program -Grades and Grade Trends Eligible for 2 nd -Rigor of Courses Choice or Extension Based on Core and -Personal Statement Overall GPA The number of students selected to progress is based on the consideration pool and program capacity. Transfer Out of CoE
Establishing a Parallel Plan • Consider Your Goals • Many majors can lead to the same career • Good options in and outside engineering • Use Your Resources • http://explore.engr.wisc.edu + Handouts in back Career Exploration in CoE Engineering Career Services • • Cross-Campus Advising (CCAS) and Career Exploration Center (CEC) • Understand Requirements • Parallel plan in CoE? Must meet GPA benchmarks for your 2 nd choice/parallel plan • • Check final grades and adjust plans if needed (Can update major and statement until May 25) Parallel plan outside CoE? • Check if program has admission requirements • Meet with advisor from that program •
Concerned About Your Grades? • Are you using your resources? ULC Drop-In Tutoring is a great place to start • Does your study routine need a jumpstart? Pick up a self-assessment in the back Undergraduate Campus Office Learning Center Academic Support Hours
TODAY’S TOPICS Your Progress Toward Progression Declaring Your Intent Resources and Course Planning Worktime and Advising
Declare Your Intent in TIED TIED = Online System to Declare Intent • Progress in a College of Engineering (CoE) major Extension Consideration if missing course(s)/credits for progression • • Transfer to a major outside CoE ALL first-year Make program students must and statement declare intent in changes until TIED by May 1 May 25
Progression in CoE Program • Select engineering program • Submit personal statement (whether guaranteed or considered): Interest in the program (250 words) Write a brief personal statement that describes why you selected this program. This might include: Steps you have taken to learn about this area of engineering, including career, research, or o focus areas that are of particular interest Relevant experiences (e.g. coursework, extracurricular, research, or work) that have shaped o your academic and/or career goals Extenuating circumstance/additional info (100 words) If you have faced unusual or extenuating circumstances, please describe how these challenges have impacted your academic record.
Tips for Your Personal Statements SHORT, BUT IMPORTANT statements • (250 words is about 2-3 paragraphs) • Priority: CONCISE, COMPLETE , and CLEAR WHY do you want this program? • • HOW will this program help you reach your goals? • WHAT specifically have you done to explore this program and affirm your academic and career interests? • Use PLANNING WORKSHEET • Academic integrity: YOUR WORDS, IDEAS, INTENTIONS
Save the Date: CoE Statement Workshops Hosted by the UW Writing Center Tuesday, April 18, 4PM-5PM or Thursday, April 20, 12PM-1PM Room 150, 1410 Engineering Dr Watch for sign-up details in early April Please Note: CoE faculty and staff cannot review progression statements
Extension Consideration • Due to math or ESL placement: • One-semester extension granted if making satisfactory progress toward requirements • Due to a dropped, repeated, or missing course(s) or credit(s): Academic record, grade trends, and statement(s) will be reviewed • • One-semester extension may be granted if making satisfactory progress Personal Statement for Extension Consideration: Describe why you will not meet progression requirements by the end of this semester including: • Any unusual or extenuating circumstances • Steps you have taken to ensure you are making satisfactory academic progress toward progression.
Considering Transferring? • I’m SURE I want to leave CoE: • Indicate this in TIED and course planning form • Take steps to initiate transfer (see handouts in back) • I’m UNSURE if I want to progress or transfer • Utilize major exploration resources (see handouts in back) Talk with an advisor(s) about academic interests and options •
TODAY’S TOPICS Your Progress Toward Progression Declaring Your Intent Resources and Course Planning Worktime and Advising
Exploration + Networking Opportunities Register explore.engr.wisc.edu
Advising-We’re Here to Help! If you’re… • Struggling with a class/academic issues • Considering leaving engineering • Uncertain about your parallel plans • Dealing with personal issues See your advisor ASAP (Better yet, talk to us today!) GOT QUESTIONS ABOUT NEXT SEMESTER? WE HAVE ANSWERS Today is the best/fastest way to get advising • • Watch for email(s) with advising updates throughout enrollment NEW THIS SEMESTER Course Planning “Lab Hours” April 4 and 5, 12-2PM •
Summer Coursework Check DARS and degree flowchart • Talk with advisor if unsure about best choices • Many good online or on-campus options @ UW-Madison Visit summer.wisc.edu to learn more Make sure off-campus courses count: • • Use TIS, TED, and Course Equivalency Service (see handout) • Only credits, not grades , transfer for off-campus courses • Need C or better to earn transfer credit in CoE Indicate summer coursework on planning form • Helps advisors understand next semester’s course selections Be mindful of pace • Shorter session= Faster pace
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