Research/ Independent Study
Eligibility for undergraduate research and independent study is determined by each major within the College of Engineering.
Requesting a Field Study, Independent Study or Undergraduate Research:
The College of Engineering has a 2-phase application process for all field study, independent study, and undergraduate research experiences as indicated below:
Phase 1: Faculty will need to gain departmental approval to offer the field study, independent study, or undergraduate research -- instructions
Phase 2: Students will need apply to participate in the field study, independent study, or undergraduate research -- instructions
Fall 2021 Requests:
Phase 1: Instructor Request Form -- Form Type: Microsoft Forms (Trouble logging in?)
Phase 2: Student Request Form -- Form Type: Microsoft Forms (Trouble logging in?)
Requirements for each College of Engineering major are listed below.
| Department | Minimum Overall GPA | Minimum GPA in Major | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace/Ocean Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Biological Systems Engineering | 2.5 | 2.5 | |
| Biomedical Engineering | 2.5 | 2.5 | |
| Chemical Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Civil and Environmental Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Construction Engineering Management | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Computer Science CS 2974 |
2.5 | 2.5 | |
| CS 4974 | 2.5 | 2.5 | Requires completion of CS 3114 with a grade of "C" or better |
| CS 4994 | 2.5 | 3.0 | Requires completion of CS 3114 with a grade of "C" or better |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Engineering Education | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Engineering Science & Mechanics | 2.5 | 2.0 | |
| Industrial and Systems Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2.5 | 2.0 | |
| Materials Science Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| Mining and Minerals Engineering | 2.0 | 2.0 |