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Entry to a Major

The entry-to-a-major (ETAM) process is designed for students to take ownership of their future to identify at least three majors that are a good match for their career goals and academic performance. The ETAM process utilizes a priority method that is designed to place students in the highest rank major possible based upon capacity and student performance.

Required Coursework

General engineering students are required to complete the following courses with a minimum grade of C or higher:

Engineering: ENGR 102, ENGR/PHYS 216
Science: Two science courses from the following list — PHYS 206, PHYS 207, CHEM 107/117, CHEM 101/111, CHEM 102/112
Math: Two math courses from the following list — MATH 151, 152, 251, 308

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