Lower Division Engineering Advising

Lower Division Engineering Modules are online and should be completed prior to the 1-on-1 advising appointment with their Program Advisor. Modules are available on Blackboard:
https://blackboardlearn.utep.edu/?new_loc=%2Fultra%2Fcourses%2F_109557_1%2Fcl%2Foutline

If a student does not have access to the Blackboard shell, please contact engradvising@utep.edu.

What is the Engineering Edge Center (EEC)?
It is a resource dedicated to support and service all College of Engineering students with the crucial transitions during their college career. These transitions include attending orientation and getting advised, finding support to engage in UTEP Edge experiences or information about graduate school. The UTEP Edge experiences include conducting research as an undergraduate student, joining a student organization, and obtaining an internship to name a few. The EEC is located on the 2^nd floor of the Engineering Building Room E-201B.

How do I pick a major?
There are several recommendations:

1. Interview faculty in the majors you are interested in;
2. Interview professional engineers; email EngrEdge@utep.edu to get more information on your degree;
3. Visit the University Career Center Mining Majors page and/or
4. Research how STEM majors convert to jobs. Visit the US Census infographic.

Do I have a specific advisor? If so, how do I know who it is?
Students classified as Lower Division (LD) Engineering get advised by their Program Advisor in the Engineering Edge Center. All non-LD majors in the College of Engineering are advised by their respective departments.

By when do I need to get advised?
It is recommended to get advised as soon as advising season starts. Advising season start during the months of October (Spring) and March (Summer and Fall). You must get advised to remove the advising hold that will prevent you from registering for the upcoming semester(s).

Do I need to get advised every semester?
Yes. Getting advised every semester keeps you connected with your advisor. Advisors can address questions that you may have regarding courses on your degree plan, internships, UTEP Edge experiences and more.

How do I know if I’m a Lower Division (LD) Engineering student?
Lower Division Engineering (examples: LDAE, LDCE, LDCEM, LDCS, LDEE, LDEL, LDISE, LDME, LDMT) is based on the math you are enrolled in or have credit for. Students enrolled in MATH 1508 or MATH 0311 are classified as Lower Division Engineering majors and should contact Engineering Edge Center for their advising needs. Students who are enrolled in MATH 1411 or higher are able to transfer to their respective department.

How do I change my major?
To change your major, it is recommended that you talk with your advisor prior to requesting the change.

To change your major:

Download and complete the Change of Major Form

• To change your major out of Computer Science, submit the form to Csfrontdesk@utep.edu
• To change your major within/out or into the College of Engineering, submit the form to Sukie Quezada engredge@utep.edu

How do I know which classes will transfer from a different college or university?
Student should submit transcript to the Office of Admissions & Recruitment to be evaluated. Transferred courses are evaluated by the department where you are seeking the course substitution. Your advisors will review the courses during orientation, specifically during your 1-on-1 advising session. Courses that transfer to the Core Curriculum require a grade of C or better.

How do I drop a course?
It is recommended that you visit with your advisor first as there may be different options for your specific situation. You can find the course drop form under the Engineering Edge Center website https://www.utep.edu/engineering/eec/index.html under Forms Tab\UTEP Forms\Registration and Drop Forms. Select the form according to when you are dropping the course.