With all As in your maths and science classes I think you shouldn’t have a problem getting accepted. You have taken phys 208 and your calculus classes right?
Also about the senior engr electives. To take cven 322 and several of the other classes you mentioned, you must be accepted into that major and I know for cven 322 there is also a pre req of cven 302. But there are other classes like stat 211 you can take.
Incoming freshman this fall. I’m trying to look ahead and plan when I should take cc classes and classes required for a certificate. I’m already in engineering honors, but I would like to earn another a certificate or two to boost my resume. What can you say about you or your friends’ s experiences with certificate programs like
-Zachry Leadership Program
-Engineering project management
-Engineering systems management
-Business management
Anything you’ve heard or thought would be appreciated as these programs aren’t heavily advertised.
Thanks
@ilovemath987 I will be a freshman this fall and I’m looking ahead to plan when to take cc classes and when to take classes toward a certificate. Im already a member of Engineering Honors, but I’m also considering other certificate programs such as
-Engineering Project Management
-Engineering Systems Management
-Business Management
-Zachry Leadership program
Could you share your thoughts and/or experiences with these programs and which ones you would recommend for a competitive resume?
Thanks
@Ptownrunner It would be helpful to know what you intend to do: what area of engineering (e.g. aerospace, electrical, civil) and what role (e.g. teaching, new product development, pure research).
I’ll have the project management certificate after the fall. It wasn’t bad because most of the classes were already in my major since I’m focusing on the project management route anyway. Most people though end up just doing a business minor.
@AuntieMame Thank you for your help. I’m interested in Petroleum and Aerospace. I would like to have a management/leadership role within a company that involves public speaking and product presentation.
@ilovemath987 I haven’t finished phys 208 yet, but I already finished phys 218 including math 152 (for additional coursework). I’m going to take phys 208 and cal III in the fall semester.
What’s the best way to find a tutor? I’m thinking Math, Physics (which is by and large Math…)
Also, I just sent you a PM.
Thanks!
In my opinion, the best tutor for math and physics is YouTube. Free and easily accessible. Besides office hours, TAs, and the free tutors on campus, most of the tutoring services are overrated anyway.
@AuntieMame, You can also ask the Math and Physics departments for a list of tutors. I know that the Physics Department keeps a spreadsheet of 10 or so junior/senior students who tutor for a nominal fee. I’ve also heard of some students being tutored by a Blinn physics professor (female, but I don’t know her name) who I’ve heard is quite good. Of course, Ali at A+ Tutoring gets great reviews for both Math and Physics.
We were turned on by A+ by @lee6666 and a friend who just finished her freshman year. A+ is not cheap per semester (ave. $150 per class per semester). They do not offer it for ENGR 111 but they do for the maths, physics and chemistry. Tutoring is two weeks prior to each test (they have the test schedule for the profs) and they tailor each session to what the profs require. The first week seesion before a test, they go over every chapter of material for that test and the second week, they go over past tests for that class. Tutoring class schedules are also held according to class/lab schedules and are often 8-10 pm or 10pm-12 midnight, as explained by the gal when we bought our passes at NSC. The schedule is always posted online so there is no guessing.
Passes guarantee them a spot in the tutoring class. Otherwise, you can buy a ticket for a session but if the tickets are sold out for that session, then you can’t get in. A lot of students start coming after the first test. Students have a photo ID card they scan to get in and measures so you cannot use someone else’s pass.
This thread has been so helpful, thanks to all those who have contributed. I have twin sons who will attend next year. What type of calculators or other electronics will they need for engineering? ( family is looking for Christmas gift ideas)
You can get by with a TI-84, but a TI-89 or TI-Nspire would be ideal.
Youtube for tutoring is ideal, I use it for almost everything. One girl that teaches calculus really well is something like calculus with Krista I think. She has an easy to understand video for basically every concept and gets right to the point.
As far as calculators go, I’ve used a ti 84 silver plus for years and it has worked for eveything I need. I also has an 89 that comes in handy when I’m rusty at calculus and need to do some integration. The last course I used my 89 on was for dynamics 363. Some classes wont let you use a calculator with calculus abilities like the 89 or inspire so just keep that in mind. A ti 84 is what I would recommend.
@ilovemath987 Yep I agree about the YouTube part. Never paid for tutoring since the videos on YouTube were always more than sufficient.
As for calculators, at least for ECEN majors, a TI-89 would definitely be more reliable than a TI-84, especially in upper level courses that require a lot of circuit analysis. Also the classes that won’t let you use an 89 or inspire would also not let you use an 84 or any other sort of graphing calculator, so it’s better to go the extra mile if one does not already own a calculator.
This sub-thread on tutoring has been very helpful! It’s given us several possibilities. Thank you all!
For tutoring I found A+ to be very helpful. Science classes especially helped. Ali does a wonderful job of explaining everything. It is $13 per session and I think it is $150 for the season pass. For Physics the room is always packed so it might be safe to get a season pass if you go often.
At home I used the website Khan Academy and it helped me understand the ideas I learned in class better. I liked how he always gave examples and showed a step by step process.
Can I ask one of the engineering students or someone who is familiar with IB (International Baccalaureate) program a question? My son took HL (Higher Level) Math and received a 98 in the class and a mark of 6 on his exam which qualifies him to be able to take Math 152 instead of Math 151. His advisor is less than willing/happy to let him do this. I’m sure she has a reason why but I’m not understanding it yet. Can anyone shed some light for me?
Thanks!
How did he score on the MPE? They have statistics that correlate scores with success rates in various classes.
I suggest you look at the textbook to see what topics - and what depth - are covered in Engr Math 151, versus IB. We were able to purchase the text (used) for about $20 on Amazon.
We were pretty surprised at the difference between AP PreCalc and the A&M course; DD is using the online text and tests to cover the material again. She wants to ensure everything is very fresh.
As I mentioned, we also bought the Calc text to get a head start. DD has AP Calc AB, but since Engr Math 151 is such an important foundation course, she is going to take it at A&M. The first semester can be really tough (adjustments, etc.) so she’s willing to take a step back and give herself a good shot at a better GPA. She’s planning on grad school, not industry, so GPA is critical to her.
You also might look at your son’s long-term degree plan (build it yourself, easy to do), and see if it makes much difference whether he takes 151 or 152 this Fall. From what we’ve seen, 151 is the most common pre-req. YMMV.