Important College of Engineering Rules
Advising
All engineering majors need to see their major department for advising requirements. It is the responsibility of students to contact their major department to make an appointment with their advisor during the hours set by the major for advising.
Pre-Engineering majors will be advised by the Dean's Office until they specify a major in one of the eight degree programs. Faculty advisors will help students select courses, discuss program requirements, including new or changed prerequisites, and in general help keep students aware of activities and opportunities in their department (e.g. scholarships, student organizations).
All new undergraduate students are required to meet with an academic advisor from the University Studies Division/Academic Advising Center for TASP screening before enrolling for courses.
C- Rule
The College of Engineering requires a grade of "C-" or better for credit in any mathematics, science, or engineering course that applies toward the bachelor's degree. In addition, the "C-" is required for any mathematics, science, or engineering course used as a prerequisite for a subsequent course.
Maximum Number of Attempts
The College of Engineering policy does not allow a student to attempt Engineering courses more than two times and science or mathematics more than three times. Counted attempts include all courses that resulted in a grade of "A-F","W" or "I."
Changing or Declaring a Major
UH students who are trying to change their major to an undergraduate engineering degree program must meet the same requirements as students who transfer from outside of UH.
Deadlines for submitting a petition to change your major are as follows:
- Summer: April 1
- Fall: July 1
- Spring: November 1
Allow 4-6 weeks for processing.