Advising for the Week of October 3-7, 2016 and Upcoming Dates & Deadlines

Hi EE Majors!!!

I will only have 2 days of advising for the week of October 3rd; I will be out of the office October 5-8 for a Advising Conference. I will have limited access to emails during this time.  I will respond to all emails once I return to the office;  please allow 48-72 hours  for a response time.

Nicole's Walk-in Advising hours
Monday: 10-12 and 1-4
Tuesday 10-11 and  2-4


Upcoming Dates and Deadlines:
15/7 Drop Rule: October 10th 
Spring 2017 Schedule of Courses able to view: October 7th 
Advance Registration Schedule Appointments begin on October 11th (5EG's & 4EG's) 
Homecoming Weekend October 14-15- Student Services Office Closed
Last Day to Drop/Withdrawal: November 21, 2016 




Happy Weekend!!!!! 

Nicole

PhD in Biomedical Engineering at UT-Dallas

Second Annual Mini Maker Faire (MMF)-November 5-6, 2016

IEEE Information Sessions Tonight with Accenture, Capital One, and Power Engineers, Inc.

Hello everyone!

This is a friendly reminder that we have three information sessions TONIGHT!

Please check below for details!

9/29 - Accenture Information Session @ 5 PM

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1813788372241262/?ti=icl

9/29 - Capital One Information Session @ 6 PM

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/150093732110661/

9/29 - Power Engineers Inc. Information Session @ 7 PM

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/203917330026425/

Thank you,

Daniel

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Daniel Kelly President, UF IEEE (904) 945-3059 | dkelly6793@gmail.com | http://ieee.ece.ufl.edu

Naval Nuclear Laboratory visiting University of Florida- Will be at the Career Showcase

Naval Nuclear Laboratory visiting University of Florida this weekend

Company Name:

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (Operated by Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation)

Company Description:

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and U.S. Department of the Navy by Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation (BMPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bechtel National, Inc. Naval Nuclear Lab personnel and BMPC employees who work at four DOE facilities:  Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston.  BMPC employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations.  Since 1946, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced naval nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation’s submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets.  The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a National Asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.  We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 7,000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.  For more information and to view meaningful career opportunities, please visit www.bmpc.com

Disciplines:

Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Chemical Engineers, Computer Engineers, Civil Engineers, Material Science Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Civil Engineers, Welding Engineers, Fire Protection Engineers, Information Technology, Environmental Engineers, Aerospace Engineers, Information Science, Information Technology, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics/Statistics, Environmental Science, Human Resources, Communications, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Project Management

American Vacuum Society

I am happy to announce that AVS will have our next meeting Wednesday 9/28/2016 at 5:00 pm at Rhines 125. There will be pizza!

This meeting will be short but we will be electing a new president for this society so if you think you're qualified you are more than welcome to run! This is especially important as  it will officially establish UF as an AVS chapter.

If you have any questions please feel free to email me!

Regards,

Chen Ying

chenying@ufl.edu

Engineering Graduate programs offered at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida Modeling and Simulation Program

·         Interdisciplinary graduate work in behavioral cybersecurity, interactive simulation and intelligent systems, simulation infrastructure, simulation management, simulation modeling and analysis, simulation in healthcare, human systems in modeling and simulation, computer visualization in modeling and simulation

·         Find out more: www.ist.ucf.edu/grad

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology graduate programs in engineering

·         English-language MS and PhD programs in chemical and biomolecular engineering, civil engineering, computer science and engineering, electronic and computer engineering, industrial engineering and logistics management, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, environmental engineering, nanotechnology, energy technology, technology leadership and entrepreneurship

·         Find out more: www.seng.ust.hk/pg

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SCHOLARSHIPS/FELLOWSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIPS/FELLOWSHIPS

NSA Stokes Educational Scholarship Program

·         For: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering majors interested in a career with NSA

·         Apply: www.IntelligenceCareers.gov/NSA (note “direct mail” as the referral source when applying online)

·         Selected students receive: tuition up to $30K per year plus salary while in school, and more

·         Deadline: October 31

The New Face of Engineering College Edition award application

·         For: 3^rd, 4^th, and 5^th year engineering students

·         Apply: www.DiscoverE.org/CE

·         Selected students receive: features in print ads and social media and $500-1,000 scholarships

·         Deadline: November 18

National Physical Science Consortium fellowship program

·         For: Seniors intending to pursue graduate study

·         Apply: www.npsc.org

·         Selected students receive: fellowships for up to 6 years

·         Deadline: December 9

This Week In IEEE

Hello Gator Engineers,

We have a very busy and exciting week ahead of us with career showcase right around the corner. There are a multitude of opportunities to get a chance to network with excellent companies during this week! Hope to see you all there!

Upcoming Events

• Texas Instruments Internet of Things Workshop - Monday, September 26th @ 6:00 PM, NEB 202
• P&G Information Session: Monday, September 26th @ 7:30 PM, CSE E222 
• National Instruments Information Session: Tuesday, September 27th @ 5:00 PM, MCCA G186 
• Intel Information Session: Tuesday, September 27th @ 6:00 PM, FLI 50
• Dynetics Information Session: Tuesday, September 27th @ 7:30 PM, LAR 330
• Sandia Information Session: Wednesday, September 28th @ 6:00 PM, MAEA 303
• U.S. Navy Information Session: Wednesday, September 28th @ 7:00 PM, LAR 330
• ARM Information Session: Wednesday, September 28th @ 7:30 PM, RNK 110
• Accenture Information Session: Thursday, September 29th @ 5:00 PM
• Capital One Information Session: Thursday, September 29th @ 6:00 PM, NZH 112
• Power Engineers Inc. Information Session: Thursday, September 29th @ 7:00 PM, LEI 207

Texas Instruments Internet of Things Workshop

Date: Monday, September 26th @ 6:00 PM

Location: NEB 202
Facebook Event LinkHave you ever heard of the Internet of Things? Would you like to learn more about it AND work with it? Then come out to this workshop hosted by Texas Instruments and IEEE! At this workshop, you will be implementing awesome IoT applications using TI's MSP430 Launchpads!

Don't forget to bring your laptops and join the Facebook event! 

Free food will be provided!

For those who are attending, you MUST bring your laptop and download the Energia IDE from www.energia.nu/download. There will also be a registration link posted that you MUST fill out before the event. This link will be posted on the Facebook page so please join the event through Facebook!

P&G Information Session

Date: Monday, September 26th @ 7:30 PM

Location: CSE E222

Facebook Event Link

Proctor & Gamble is a worldwide leader in consumer goods. Their products vary from pet foods, to cleaning agents, to even personal care products. Come out to learn more about the company and meet with recruiters!

Free pizza and refreshments will be provided!

National Instruments Information Session

Date: Tuesday, September 27th @ 5:00 PM 

Location: MCCA G186 

Facebook Event Link

National Instruments is a leading producer of automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software.

Meet with recruiters and learn about internship opportunities! As always free pizza will be provided!

Intel Information Session

Date: Tuesday, September 27th @ 6:00 PM

Location: FLI 50

Facebook Event Link

Intel is the worldwide leader in semiconductor and microprocessor technology. They make everything from motherboard chipsets to network interface controllers.Come out to learn more about Intel and meet with recruiters! As always free pizza will be provided!

Dynetics Information Session

Date: Tuesday, September 27th @ 7:30 PM

Location: LAR 330

Facebook Event Link

Dynetics is a leader in aviation technologies, providing support to the U.S. Army, Air Force, and Navy. They also do extensive research and development for a variety of systems used by our government.

Come out to learn what it’s like to work at Dynetics! As always there will be free pizza!

Sandia National Laboratories Information Session

Date: Wednesday, September 28th @ 6:00 PM

Location: MAEA 303

Facebook Event Link

The Sandia National Laboratories are two major United States Department of Energy research and development national laboratories. Their primary mission is to develop and test the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons. However, Sandia’s work varies from defense systems to energy. Come out to learn about the company and internship opportunities that are available to you!

Food and drink will be provided!

U.S. Navy Information Session

Date: Wednesday, September 28th @ 7:00 PM
Location: LAR 330
Facebook Event Link

The U.S. Navy allows for individuals to involve themselves in important construction products around the globe and to become an expert on the latest and coolest technology available today. This development of top class technology is one of the few things that makes the U.S. Navy unequaled on the global stage.
Food and drink will be provided!

ARM Information Session

Date: Wednesday, September 28th @ 7:30 PM

Location: RNK 110

Facebook Event Link

ARM designs scalable, energy efficient-processors and related technologies to deliver the intelligence in applications ranging from sensors to servers, including smartphones, tablets, enterprise infrastructure and the Internet of Things.

With intern opportunities in many different parts of the globe you will not want to miss the opportunity to speak with recruiters! Food and refreshments will be served!

Accenture Information Session

Date: Thursday, September 29th @ 5:00 PM

Location: TBD

Facebook Event Link

Accenture PLC is a global professional services company and provides consulting services in digital, technology and operations. Come out to learn about the company and the opportunities that are available to you!

Food and refreshments will be served!

Capital One Information Session

Date: Thursday, September 29th @ 6:00 PM

Location: NZH 112

Facebook Event Link

Capital One is looking for the best and brightest Gator Engineers with analytical skills to develop banking solutions! They are looking to fill full time positions and are recruiting for Operations Analysts, Data Analysts, and Finance Analysts. All majors are welcome. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Food and Refreshments will be served!

Power Engineers, Inc. Information Session

Date: Thursday, September 29th @ 7:00 PM

Location: LEI 207

Facebook Event Link

Power Engineers is a global consulting engineering firm specializing in the delivery of integrated solutions in a wide range of industries. Some of these industries include power delivery, power generation, microgrids, environmental, and many more! Come out and learn more about what opportunities await at Power Engineers!
Food and Refreshments will be served!

As always like our Facebook page and visit our website for up-to-date information on our events!

Thank you,

Daniel

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Daniel Kelly President, UF IEEE (904) 945-3059 | dkelly6793@gmail.com | http://ieee.ece.ufl.edu

Advance Registration- Clear Advising Holds for Spring 2017

Good Afternoon EE Majors:

Advance Registration for Spring 2017 will open October 31st, so it is time to schedule an appointment to clear your advising hold(s) and discuss your upcoming schedule for the next semester(s). The schedule of courses is available to view (on October 7^th) for all students at www.registrar.ufl.edu/soc. Below is the tentative list of EE courses being offered for Spring 2017 semester, please look over the list to see which EE courses will be offered.

Please review the course listings before you arrive for your appointment, and please review your degree audit to confirm what remaining courses you have to complete for the Electrical Engineering degree.  Attached to this email is the tentative list of EE courses being offered for Spring 2017 semester

I will be seeing students by your class classification (5EG, 4EG, 3EG, 2EG,) beginning SEPTEMBER 27, 2016 You can find your classification on your degree audit. Classification is assigned based on number of credit hours completed.   For students currently studying abroad, internship/coop, AIM students and HONORS students, please send an email directly to nicolet@ece.ufl.edu for assistance. Your advising may be conducted differently.

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 If you are a first year student (a non-transfer student that started your first semester at UF in Spring 2016, Summer 2016, or Fall 2016, regardless of your incoming credits), please disregard these instructions. You must see the First Year Advising team in Weil 204.

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For All Other Students:

For the following dates September 27-30^th and October 3-4^th and 10^th there will be walk-in advising only to clear your advising hold for the Spring 2017. All classifications are welcome to come in.  The Walk-in Advising hours will be 9:30 am-12pm and 1-4 pm; excluding any scheduled meetings and/or appointments.

To Schedule Appointments timeline is below

Click on https://www.ece.ufl.edu/advisors/ to access the registration system website.

Beginning September 11^h:

5EG’s and 4EG’s

Beginning October 18^th:

3EG’s and 2EG’s

Beginning October 26th:

All student classifications (NOT FIRST YEAR STUDENTS)

For EE students to clear advising holds; there will be 2 ways to clear your advising holds for Spring 2017. You are able to schedule an appointment (see directions below) or come in during the designated walk-in advising day to clear your advising holds.  In each option you must complete the Advance Registration Worksheet (ARW). The ARW is attached to the email.  To clear your advising hold by walk-in advising will be on Thursdays only.  The hours of walk-in are 9:30-12 and 1- 4pm.

If your schedule does not permit you to come in during the schedule times above then you can send an email with the Advance Registration Worksheet to the EE advisor email.  Please allow 24-48 hours to clear your hold if you are clearing by email.  Do not wait until to your assigned date to clear all holds.

Instructions for scheduling an appointment – please read entirely!

Appointments will be available Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 10AM-12PM and 1PM-4PM. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and will take place in 230 Larsen Hall. I respectfully ask that you arrive at least 5 minutes early in case the appointment before you ends early. Advance registration is a busy time; please understand that if you are more than 5 minutes late to your appointment you run the risk of being asked to reschedule for another date/time.

Please refer to the schedule above to see when you can schedule your registration appointment. Students that schedule an appointment earlier than outlined above will have their appointment cancelled and will need to reschedule. During this appointment, we will remove any holds on your record as well as discuss your plans for both the Spring 2017.  Please read over the attachment for step to step directions.

Nicole