School of Engineering

The School of Engineering offers the Bachelor of Science degree with majors in Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Construction, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science. The Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

The primary mission of the School of Engineering is to provide the opportunity for a high-quality undergraduate education to citizens of Illinois and of the region in which SIUE is located. There is an emphasis on inclusion of groups that have historically been under-represented in technical fields. The school offers graduate programs which support and strengthen the baccalaureate programs and are designed to accommodate professionals employed in the area as well as traditional students. The School conducts research and public service activities that complement its academic programs as an integral part of its mission.

The School of Engineering faculty has adopted the following vision statement:

The School of Engineering is known and respected for its high quality programs, the quality of its graduates, and the reputation of its faculty. SIUE is the first choice of a diverse pool of applicants to School of Engineering programs. The School provides a caring, humane environment for students, faculty and staff. They feel a sense of community and they work together towards the goal of achieving their full potential. The School maintains active, dynamic partnerships with a wide range of area industries and agencies. These provide students opportunities for scholarships, co-operative education and other work experience during their education. Graduates have a range of opportunities for employment and graduate study.

Classes began in the new Engineering building in fall 2000. All School of Engineering programs are now located in one building. The three-level structure, with a single-story testing laboratory wing, has 129,000 square feet of usable space. Faculty offices, classrooms, and laboratories are furnished with state-of-the-art equipment and teaching aids. All offices, classrooms, and laboratories are designed for the latest in computer and communication links.

Students interested in any of the majors offered by the School of Engineering should seek advisement from the School of Engineering when they initially enroll in the University. Enrollment in 300- or 400-level courses in a particular Engineering program is limited to students who have been admitted to the upper division in that program as described below. Other students wishing to enroll in 300- or 400-level Engineering courses may do so only with the permission of the Department chair.

Students enrolled in the School of Engineering must purchase a scientific graphing calculator and some technical textbooks; the purchase of a personal computer is highly recommended.

Admission to School Programs
Students admitted to programs offered by the School of Engineering shall have met University admission requirements and the following additional School of Engineering requirements:

1. completion of all Academic Development courses required by the University
2. completion of any required courses to address high school deficiencies
3. completion of MATH 120 - College Algebra (or high school equivalent) with a grade of C or better, and
4. cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

Students who are considering a major in any School of Engineering program should contact the Associate Dean of Engineering, Engineering Building, room 3062, telephone (618) 650-2534, as early as possible. Early declaration and advisement by the School of Engineering will enable students to enroll in courses that are major-restricted, and to complete their programs with minimum conflicts within the shortest possible time.

Enrollment in Upper-Division Engineering Courses
Eligibility for upper-division courses in Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering requires satisfactory completion of lower-division core courses and special requirements for the specific major.

Specific requirements for enrollment in upper-division engineering courses for each major are given in the departmental sections that follow. Entry points for Electrical and Computer Engineering are fall, spring, and summer terms. Entry points for Civil Engineering are fall and spring terms. Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering students normally enter the upper-division programs in fall terms. Application forms for admission to upper-division Engineering courses are available in departmental offices as well as the Associate Dean's office, Engineering Building, room 3062. An application should be filed in the appropriate departmental office no later than March 15 for summer or fall term admission, and no later than October 15 for spring term admission. Late applications will be considered on a space-available basis.

The Admissions Committee of the appropriate department considers applications. Students whose applications are rejected may not register for upper-division Engineering courses. If the rejection is based on enrollment limitations, students may reapply for a different Engineering program or for later entry in the same program. If the rejection is based on failure to complete lower-division courses, students may apply for entry when the requirements are completed.

Enrollment Limitations
The number of students accepted at each Engineering program upper-division entry point is restricted due to class-size limitations. Priority will be assigned as follows using grade point ranking for the lower-division courses required for each program's upper-division admission:

1. current SIUE students who have 12 or fewer lower-division transfer hours, Illinois transfer students, and students from regional community colleges with approved School of Engineering articulation programs, ranked by program lower-division grade point average (2.0 and above) and
2. other transfer students ranked by program lower-division grade point average (2.25 and above).

Transfer Students
Transfer students wishing to enter one of the programs offered by the School of Engineering should contact the Associate Dean of Engineering for a transfer credit evaluation at least 30 days before the beginning of the term for which entry is desired. Students must supply copies of the pertinent transcripts and any other materials, such as course descriptions or syllabi, that may be needed for the evaluation. Only courses completed with a grade of C or better will be considered for transfer credit. In addition, only courses that are part of an ABET-accredited engineering program and have been completed within the last 10 years will be considered toward any 300- or 400-level Engineering course requirement.

Transfer students who satisfy part or all of the University General Education requirements by transfer courses or a previous degree also must satisfy the School of Engineering humanities and social sciences requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree. Any remaining humanities and/or social sciences requirements will be specified by the Associate Dean as part of the transfer credit evaluation.

Minority and Women Engineering Services
The School of Engineering provides support services for minority and women students including orientation for new students, advisement, counseling and assistance in networking, internship placement, and career planning. For further information, contact the Assistant to the Dean, Engineering Building, room 3060, (618) 650-2541.