<p>Hello,</p>
<p>I will be applying to the CoE next year but saw something puzzling on a UMich brochure. It says that its recommended to take a one year of a "pre-engineering subject" such as CAD, drafting, or computer-related technology. What classes are considered those? I have reg Comp Sci. as well as AP Comp Sci. but those are shown in their own recommended category.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>You are fine. I never took a CAD or engineering class. Although I did take AP Computer Science. Take AP computer science. If you learn it well, you can take the Computer Science AB test and pass out of engineering 101. I highly recommend going into CoE with a good background in computer programming, because all majors need to take engr 101, which is C++ and Matlab. </p>
<p>As far as "pre-engineering" subjects go, there were CAD classes at my school, but from what i hear, it never went in depth. Try to load up on some AP science courses, they will help make ur life much easier in CoE. I recommend AP physics (B or C, but you only get credit for C) and AP Chemistry, if you havent taken them yet.</p>
<p>Thanks for the reply! I will be taking APCS next year but unfortunately we learn Java rather than C++; is there a huge difference between the two languages? I've already taken AP Physics C, did well in the class, but didn't do too well on the exams, 3 Mech & 3 E&M =( - should I even report these scores?</p>
<p>AP Physics is usually taken Senior year at my school but I got a little jumpy and took it because it's my favorite subject. Taking AP Bio next year; I'm not a big fan of chem.</p>
<p>Oh by the way, I'm really nervous about getting in. Would you mind sharing with me the GPA and SAT you got in with? (PM is fine) - If not, that's totally cool and I understand.</p>
<p>Thanks again!</p>
<p>When I took APCS I learn java as well, its a good class. there are not many differences in the basic level between Java and C++. They are both object oriented languages. </p>
<p>Your AP score will not have affect on your admissions, but you wont get any credit for them(Michigan requires a 5 for engineering school). </p>
<p>Its good that you enjoy physics, a lot of people ive talked to hated it, so you might be at an advantage when it comes time to take the class. </p>
<p>Sent you a pm</p>
<p>I sent you one as well!</p>
<p>Thanks very much to both of you!</p>