Undergraduate

Overview

The College of Engineering at The University of Texas at San Antonio offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering.

Students enrolling in these engineering disciplines are given an opportunity to develop a strong background in the engineering sciences and to learn the analysis, design and synthesis tools necessary to be an active participants in traditional, as well as new and emerging areas of technology.

The College of Engineering has excellent laboratory facilities where students receive hands-on instruction by faculty. Computer-aided design (CAD) facilities, including state-of-the-art workstations, are routinely used in all programs. Some classes are taught by adjunct faculty from local industries, giving students the opportunity to interact with engineering professionals engaged in relevant engineering practice.

Our Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. Our Chemical Engineering is a new program and we are currently working toward accreditation. Graduates from the College of Engineering have excellent opportunities for employment and pursuit of graduate degrees.

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Admissions

Admission to any UTSA Engineering undergraduate program is based on UTSA’s undergraduate admission requirements, plus additional College of Engineering admission criteria. Students interested in the Biomedical Engineering or the Chemical Engineering program must meet additional requirements.

College of Engineering Admission Requirements for Freshmen:

Qualify for enrollment in:

  1. Calculus I (MAT 1214) or a higher level mathematics course by completing one of the following:
    • Take the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment before Orientation and meet the passing scores that will place you into Calculus I.
    • Score 3 or higher on the AP Calculus Exam (Calculus AB or Calculus BC).
    • Score 50 or higher on the CLEP Precalculus Exam
    • Transfer in credits from taking a precalculus course with passing grades either through dual-credit (for freshmen) or transfer work.
  2. Freshman Composition I (WRC 1013)

*Additional criteria for Biomedical Engineering (BME) and Chemical Engineering (CME) programs

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 Recommended High School Coursework for COE Admission:

  • 4 years of mathematics (e.g. algebra, geometry, and at least one year of pre-calculus is important for all engineering majors)
  • 4 years of lab science (e.g. biology, chemistry, and two advanced sciences, such as physics; environmental systems; or integrated physics and chemistry)
  • 4 years of English
  • 4 years of social studies (e.g. world history, U.S. history, human geography, U.S. government and politics, or economics)
  • 2-3 years of STEM related electives
  • 2 years of a foreign language

College of Engineering admission requirements for students who have earned 30 or more semester credit hours:

  1. Completed MAT 1214 Calculus I, or the equivalent, with a grade of “C-” or better.
  2. Meet GPA requirements:
    • Have a transfer grade point average of at least 2.50 and a grade point average of at least 2.50 in all mathematics, sciences, and engineering coursework,

OR

    • Have a transfer grade point average of at least 2.25 and a grade point average of at least 2.25 in all mathematics, sciences, and engineering coursework, and be granted admission to a College of Engineering major by the College Holistic Review Committee.

Additional Admission Criteria for: Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering

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Advising Center

The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Engineering Advising Center provides timely, accurate information, and professional advice about degree programs, university policies and procedures, and campus resources.

We are located in the Engineering Building, EB 3.04.04, and can be reached at 210.458.5525.

We are dedicated, diverse, and caring professional undergraduate academic advisors at The University of Texas at San Antonio. We guide UTSA undergraduate students, transfer students, and potential students toward success in achieving their academic goals. As liaisons between students and the institution, we offer our professional expertise in a service-oriented environment.

This interaction empowers students to develop their educational plans according to their life goals. Therefore, we positively influence post-secondary education for future generations and foster the growth of our university community and culturally diverse society.

Students who have been assigned to one of its academic advisors, whether admitted directly into the College of Engineering or into an Engineering Pathway.

Engineering Undergraduate Advising Office: Engineering Building 3.04.04 210-458-5525 coeadvising@utsa.edu Office Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm Please Note: Office Hours are not the same as Walk-in Advising Hours.

Advising FAQ's

The Engineering Advising Center offers students the opportunity to sit down with advisors and ask questions regarding their major and college plan.

On the third floor of the Engineering Building, EB 3.04.04.

Students may make an appointment with their acadmic advisor by contacting the Engineering Advising Center’s office (210)458-5525/coeadvising@utsa.edu. To see an advisor during Walk-In Advising hours, visit the Advising Center’s office and sign-in with the front desk. If you need to see an advisor at a time when Walk-in Advising is not available, contact the Engineering Advising Center’s office (210) 458-5525/coeadvising@utsa.edu. It is not necessary for students to make an appointment during Walk-In Advising hours. Walk-In Advising hours change periodically, so check the Advising Hours section on the Advising homepage before planning your visit.

Students who fail to maintain the minimum required grade point average of 2.0 in all work attempted at UTSA will be placed on Academic Warning, Academic Probation or Academic Dismissal. To learn more about these academic standings, visit the College of Engineering Academic Standing webpage.

The College of Engineering offers: Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.

Master of Science degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Advanced Manufacturing and Enterprise Engineering.

Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. For more information about the College of Engineering’s Degree Programs, please visit the Prospective Students webpage.

Various offices place student records on hold for many reasons that include but are not limited to academic successes and account balances. Please check with our front desk staff to check whether you have any holds on your record. Only the office that placed the hold on your record can release that hold.

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There are no Early Reinstatement Appeals for second and subsequent dismissals.

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Center of Excellence for Engineering Education

The Center of Excellence for Engineering Education (CE3) provides a holistic approach for improving the quality of engineering education at The University of Texas at San Antonio. The center strives to improve the preparedness and marketability of the students in the College of Engineering for challenging and rewarding careers.

What We Do

Workshops for writing and problem solving skills, resources for internship opportunities, tutoring and gate keeper courses, FE exam preparation, and career advising are all examples of the activities on hand at the center. The center also facilitates sequential internships in local industries as part of student development.

Our Mission

The CE3 seeks to support UTSA’s engineering students by sponsoring special classes, initiatives and events that strengthen academic performance and foster a learning community that contributes to increased retention and graduation rates.

Our Objectives

  • Improve retention and graduation rates in the College of Engineering
  • Lead superior research on teaching and learning in engineering disciplines and to disseminate the results
  • Provide essential resources to engineering faculty and students to improve the quality of engineering education
  • Promote multidisciplinary capstone programs with industry involvement
  • Provide educational support for the science and math teachers and students for grades K-12 at the K-12
  • Increase external funding for engineering education activities

Benefits

For Engineering Students

  • Special research and mentoring opportunities for undergraduate engineering students
  • Assistance in identifying and applying for off-campus summer research opportunities
  • Field trips to companies that hire UTSA engineering students
  • Summertime engineering research camps for high school students

For Engineering Faculty

  • Professional development support for new faculty
  • Assistance for faculty involvement in educational research
  • Support for curriculum development and revision
  • Workshops on student learning outcomes, assessment and accreditation

Contact the CE3

Mehdi Shadaram, Ph.D. Center Director

College of Engineering
BSE Building, Room 2.106
One UTSA Circle
San Antonio, TX 78249
Phone: 210-458-4490
Fax: 210-458-5515

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UTSA Mission
The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property – for Texas, the nation and the world.

UTSA Vision
To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.

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