First Semester Course Scheduling Instructions
School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS, e-school)
The Standard Schedule:
The following schedule is strongly recommended for all first-year e-school
students except Rodman scholars and students who have received advanced placement or
transfer credit for some of the courses. Students taking the standard schedule should
choose one of the standard schedules A-L, unless you have special circumstances
preventing you from doing so, in which case you should use schedule M, N, or O.
Fall Semester
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APMA 111
Single Variable Calculus
4 credits
CHEM 151
Intro College Chemistry
3
CHEM 151L
Chem Lab I
1
*ENGR 162
Intro to Engineering
4
TCC 101
Lang Comm & Tech Soc
3
(Note: you have to register separately for two components: lab and workshop)
Rodman Substitutions: Rodman Scholars will register for ENGR 141R and TCC
200R in place of ENGR 162 and TCC 101, and will add PHYS 142R. Complete
your schedule on Rodman schedule R. Those Rodman scholars without credit
for TCC 101 may take the course or substitute an approved HSS elective in a later
semester.
APMA 111 (calculus II) or APMA 109 (calculus I): Students should take
APMA 109, which includes a rigorous review of topics in algebra and
trigonometry, in place of APMA 111 if they: a) did not take AP calculus in high
school, b) obtained a 1 or 2 on the AB AP test, or c) achieved a score of < 550 on
the SAT1M or SAT2M. Select one of the standard schedules A-L and
substitute the corresponding section of APMA 109 for APMA 111.
All students will take an algebra/trigonometry diagnostic test during fall
orientation on Monday, August 25 at 1, 2, or 3 p.m. in Mechanical Engineering
Room 205. This test will be used to advise students on whether to take APMA
111 or APMA 109. Approximately two weeks into the fall semester all students
in APMA 111 will be tested, and those who demonstrate weaknesses in algebra
and trigonometry will be encouraged to switch to APMA 109.
Exceptions to the Standard Schedule: Use schedule M, N, or O. You may have to
cross out the course which you are replacing.
 Students with credit for APMA 111 will take APMA 212. Advance standing
credit for APMA 111 is earned by scoring a 5 on the calculus BC advanced
placement exam. Students who qualify for credit for APMA 111 but are unsure
of their skills may take a calculus placement test for advice on whether they
should consider retaking the course here. This calculus test will be required to
confirm credit for IB courses and dual enrollment calculus I and II courses taken
in the student’s high school. (Two semesters of transfer credit will be required to
receive credit for APMA 111 as it is equivalent to calculus II in most calculus
sequences.) Students who are not exempt from APMA 111 by virtue of AP
scores or college transfer credit may take the calculus test to gain exemption.
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Students who feel that they should be placed in a more advanced course than
APMA 212 should contact Prof. Roberts (wwr, 924-6216) to arrange a test to gain
such placement. The calculus placement tests will be administered on
Tuesday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. in MEC 205.
Substitutions for TCC 101: Students with AP or transfer credit for TCC 101
should normally register for an HSS Elective instead. Students who receive a 5
on the English Language AP exam will receive credit for TCC 101. Students who
receive a 720 or better on the SAT II Writing test will place out of TCC 101 but
will have to substitute an approved HSS elective. The following students will be
required to take a written English diagnostic test: 1) Students whose first
language is not English and who have been in the United States fewer than six
years will take a test to determine if they are ready for TCC 101 or should take
TCC 100, a non-credit English as a Second Language (ESL) course. 2) Students
with dual-enrollment credit for English composition courses taken in their high
schools will take a test to determine if their skills are adequate to receive credit
for TCC 101. These will be separate tests both given on Monday, August 25 at
1:00 pm. in THN D221 and 222, respectively.
Substitutions for CHEM 151/151L: SEAS students will receive credit for
CHEM 151, CHEM 151L, CHEM 152, and CHEM 152L for a 4 or 5 on the
Chemistry AP Test. The following are possible substitutions for CHEM 151 on
your schedule: ECE 200, MSE 209, CS 101, CE 205, ECE 203, MAE 200, MAE
201, CE /MAE 230, ECE/CS 230, CHE /MAE 210, SYS 201, or CS 202. You
may also consider an introductory course in an area in which you may want to
minor. You should consult the Undergraduate Record and obtain the approval of
your advisor before enrolling in these courses, to make sure you have the
necessary prerequisite background. You should also discuss your background for
the course with the course instructor at the beginning of the class.
Other students wishing to deviate from the standard schedule should discuss their
choices with their faculty advisor and Dean Marshall. Such deviations may
impact their preparation for the major of their choice and in some cases their
ability to graduate in four years. Students who have decided not to pursue an
engineering degree should consult the school of your choice regarding an
appropriate course schedule. Record your choices on a blank schedule sheet
and be sure to include the 5-digit schedule number. Until you are officially
accepted into another school you are considered an engineering students and will
be subject to the regulations and procedures of SEAS.
Other AP Credit
 Physics. Two AP Physics courses are taught in the high schools. The Physics C
course is a calculus-based course. The associated AP test consists of two parts:
Part I (Mechanics) and Part II (Electricity and Magnetism). A score of 4 or 5 on
Part I earns three hours credit for PHYS 142E. A score of 4 or 5 on Part II earns
three hours credit for PHYS 241E. No lab credit is awarded for either courses, so
all students will be required to take both PHYS 142W and PHYS 241W. The
Physics B course is a non-calculus-based physics course. A score of 4 or 5 on the
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Physics B Test earns credit for PHYS 201 and PHYS 202. These courses will not
satisfy any SEAS degree requirement but will be listed on the transcript.
 Biology. Students who have received a score of 4 or 5 on the Biology AP test
will receive 6 hours credit for BIOL 201-202. These hours can be used to satisfy
the Science Elective I requirement. Credit for the laboratory is not included.
 Computer Science. Students who have received a 4 or 5 on the AB test or a 5 on
the A test will receive credit for CS 101. Students without AP credit but who
have advanced programming skills should take a placement test given on
Monday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. in Olsson 120. Students who pass the
placement test will place out of CS 101, but will not receive credits. Credits will
need to be replaced by another 3 hour computer science or technical course.
 Electives. Credit for HSS and Unrestricted electives is normally awarded for a 4
or 5 on the appropriate AP test or a 5, 6, or 7 on the equivalent IB Higher Level
test. For more information:
http://www.virginia.edu/registrar/records/ugradrec//chapter2/chapter2.htm#ap
http://artsandsciences.virginia.edu/undergrad/policies/2003/international_exams.php
Students seeking evaluation of transfer, AP, or international test (IB Higher Level,
A-level etc.) credits should consult the staff in Thornton Hall A 122.
Course Load Requirement (“15 hour rule”)
 Semester Course Loads. Every student is expected to take a minimum of 15 graded
credit hours of course-work each semester unless she/he secures the permission of
her/his advisor and the Dean's office to register for fewer credits. Petitions are
available in THN A-122. Unless you think you have a particularly weak academic
background you should attempt a normal load and drop a course, if necessary, before
the DROP date. If you feel you must take a reduced load consult your advisor. No
courses taken on a Credit/No Credit basis can satisfy any degree requirement in the
SEAS, nor will they satisfy the "15-hour minimum" rule.
 Course Overloads: Students with a strong academic background (e.g. SAT scores of
1400 and above) may wish to take an extra course. Possibilities include a University
Seminar (USEM) or one of the courses mentioned for students with AP credits. You
should consider an extra course only if you have a strong background in mathematics
and chemistry, and after consultation with your faculty advisor. If you choose to
enroll in an extra course, evaluate your ability to handle the increased load before the
DROP deadline, and drop the course if you feel overloaded. An overload of 20 or
more hours of course-work per semester requires advisor and Dean's office approval.
Add, DROP, and Withdrawal
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Add Deadline: Tuesday, September 9 Drop Deadline: Tuesday, October 7
Withdrawal Deadline: Monday, November 24
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Students may drop courses before the DROP deadline at their discretion as long as it
does not reduce their course load below 15 credit hours, for which they need the
approval of their advisor and the Dean’s office. Dropped courses will not appear on
your academic transcript.
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Withdrawal from a course after the drop date requires that a student petition the
office of the Dean. Petitions must be signed by the course instructor and the faculty
advisor. Students may be granted one Withdrawal for personal reasons. Subsequent
petitions to withdraw will be denied unless there are extenuating circumstances. A
Withdrawn course will appear on your academic transcript with the notation W, but
will not affect your GPA. Petitions are available in A 122 Thornton Hall.
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What if I find that my load is too heavy or I’m over my head in a course? See
your faculty advisor immediately. Discuss your situation with your instructor(s).
Utilize the faculty and GTA assistance available with the course. Tutoring is
available. Contact A 126 Thornton Hall, 924-3310. Requests to drop a course that
will reduce your schedule to < 15 hours should be made to Dean Marshall before the
Drop deadline. After that date, until the Withdrawal deadline, you may petition to
Withdraw, but if approved a W will appear on your transcript.
Scholarships: The SEAS receives a number of industrial or foundation scholarships for
which students may apply. These are usually one-time awards. Amounts and selection
criteria vary. For more information contact A-126 Thornton Hall, 924-3310.
Internships, Co-ops: Career Development Office. C. J. Livesay, Director - THN A 115
Office of Minority Programs: The Office of Minority Programs is available to help all
students by providing academic support, counseling, financial assistance, motivational
activities, and other special services. C. Vallas, Director - Thornton Hall D111
Major Selection: Takes place around April 1. Every major has a faculty contact
available to talk with interested students. A list is available in THN A122 or in the SEAS
Undergraduate Handbook (on-line). Systems Engineering, Computer Science and
Computer Engineering have caps on the number of majors they can accept. Admission
will be based on academic performance in the first year.
Study Abroad: Milton Adams, 924-3310, THN A 126
For More Information:
 For the most up to date course offering information see the Course Offering Directory
on line: http://codd.itc.virginia.edu/cod/index.cgi
 For more information on SEAS academic regulations and UVA student services
consult the SEAS Undergraduate Handbook on the web:
http://www.seas.virginia.edu/advising/
 For major curricula, course descriptions and prerequisite requirements, see the
Undergraduate Record: http://www.virginia.edu/~regist/ugradrec/
 Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Programs – Paxton Marshall, A 122 Thornton Hall,
924-3164, marshall@virginia.edu
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