EGR 105 Foundations of Engineering I Fall 2017

EGR 105 Foundations of Engineering I Fall 2017

Welcome! • Professor: J. Wang • Email Address: jhwang@uri. edu • Phone Number: 401 -874 -5195 • Office Location: Pastore 301 B • Office Hours: 10: 30 – 11: 30, M. , Tu.

Meet Your Classmates Please stand up and introduce yourself to the class: • Your First and Last Name • Which engineering major you plan to pursue (or Undeclared if unsure right now) • Your Hometown and State Pro Tip: The engineering profession is collaborative. It is important to get to know those in your year, as well as students who have come before and will come after you.

Quick Facts about the College of Engineering (COE) • 8 Majors: Biomedical, Chemical (Traditional, Pharm, and Bio Tracks), Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial & Systems, Mechanical, and Ocean • Over 1500 Engineering majors (over 15, 000 students at URI) • Over 85% of COE students hold at least one internship or have a research experience by the time they graduate • Over 90% of COE BS Graduates are employed full-time or in a Graduate Degree program within 6 months of degree completion

Support Network • You have several resources to support your academic success and personal well-being, particularly as a first -year student: – University College Academic Advisors – Engineering Living-Learning Community (ELLC) – Resident Academic Mentors (RAMs) – Academic Enhancement Center (AEC) – Course Instructors (see each syllabus for contact information and office hours) – Your classmates

Admission to the College of Engineering • All students at URI begin in University College until they meet the requirements to be admitted to a degreegranting College (ex: College of Engineering) • You need to maintain a “ 2. 0” or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA) to be admitted to the COE. You also need to earn a “C-” or higher in: – CHM 101/102, EGR 105, EGR 106, MTH 141, MTH 142, PHY 203/273, and either PHY 204/274 or CHM 112/114 – These are mainly your first year courses Pro Tip: a cumulative GPA of “ 3. 0” or higher can be a qualification for merit based financial aid, scholarships, internship opportunities, competitive jobs etc.

University College Academic Advisors Engineering Majors Connect on Starfish. Advisors are Available on an appointment basis, and for walk-in advising Wanting Engineering Wynston Wilson TBA James Perry Jr. Roosevelt 105 Roosevelt 107 Roosevelt 109 wwilson@uri. edu TBA jamesperryjr@uri. edu

Academic Advising Support • Your advisors are housed on the 1 st floor of Roosevelt Hall, located in between the Library and the Memorial Union. Your Advisors will be available on a walk-in and appointment basis year-round (including winter and summer). • You will need to see your Advisor prior to enrollment for every semester until you graduate. Pro Tip: Schedule an Appointment with your advisor by the end of the first month of each semester to discuss course planning for the next semester. You can always meet with them again if needed.

International Engineering Program Orientation If you have any level of interest in pursuing IEP, please plan to attend an “Orientation” as follows: Tuesday, September 19 th Spanish, Chinese, Italian 5 pm at the IEP House (Upper College Road across from Swan Hall) Thursday, September 21 st German, French, and Japanese (pending creation of major) 5 pm at the IEP House (Upper College Road across from Swan Hall)

Engineering Living-Learning Community (ELLC) http: //egr. uri. edu/living-learning-community/ • Four Residence Halls (Hutchinson, Tucker, Merrow, and Peck) • Many of you live in these buildings, all Freshmen Engineering majors Welcome! (Declared or “Wanting”) • Great place to study, engage with each other, meet upper-level students, and receive academic support

Engineering Living-Learning Community (ELLC) http: //egr. uri. edu/living-learning-community/ • Two (2) Resident Academic Mentors (RAMs) live in each of the four buildings. They are Sophomores or higher with strong academic backgrounds who offer: – Weekly Office Hours – One night a week of review for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics in Fall and Spring – Calculus Exam Review Sessions Pro Tip: the ELLC building lounges are great study areas. Watch your URI email account for academic and programming announcements throughout the year in the ELLC.

ELLC RAMs 2017 -2018

Academic Enhancement Center (AEC) • Located in Roosevelt Hall (same as your advisors) and also offers academic support for many of your first year courses, in a variety of settings: – Individual & Group Tutoring – Writing Center – Academic Coaching (advice on college-level studying habits, getting organized) Pro Tip: Your approach to studying in High School will not translate to success in College. Take advantage of the academic support available and engage with your peers to ensure a successful transition to URI and great first year in College

Career and Internship Support • Center for Career and Experiential Education Roosevelt Hall, First Floor • COE Coordinator for Internship and Career support-Tammy Leso (she’ll be in touch!) • Look out for events and programs each semester on this topic, such as the annual Engineering Career and Internship Fair each fall semester: Wednesday, October 4 th 11 am to 3 pm Ryan Center

COE Clubs and Organizations • Student Groups and Honor Societies for a variety of interests and affinities, opportunities to travel, create, network, mentor, and more! • Make connections throughout the COE community, as well as with alumni and industry (ex: internship and job opportunities) • Look out for events and programs throughout the semester!

Personal Support • Disability Services (DSS) – Memorial Union 302 – Seek learning accommodations you received in High School, or need now • Counseling Center – Roosevelt Hall 217 – Confidential, Individual and Group support • Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services – 22 Upper College Road (next to Newman Hall-Admission) – Interpersonal support

Top Tips for a Successful Fall • Check your URI email often (and use the “Calendar” feature) • Ask questions (your RAMs, Advisor, and myself are happy to help and direct you) • Engage with each other and seek help when needed (academic or personal) • You’ll receive this Power. Point in email by the end of the week