UIC College Of Engineering

The city of Chicago is theclassroom of many of UIC’scivil engineering studentswho study this broadly baseddiscipline through structural,transportation, environmental,water resources andgeoenvironmental engineering.””My degree from UIC was the key to a career doingwork I love - I manage bridge and building constructionprojects. That means I spend time outdoors checkingon the work as it proceeds as well as time planningand reviewing everything from schedules to fabricationdetails. It’s all about problem-solving, which isendlessly challenging and rewarding.Sara Davis, B.S. in Civil Engineering, 1991Resident Engineer, Alfred Benesch and CompanyChicago, IllinoisThe civil engineering curriculum at the undergraduate levelprovides students with a strong background in engineeringand applied sciences for professional careers in industry orgovernment and for further graduate studies in civil engineeringor related fields. With an emphasis on leading-edge technology,UIC students develop the necessary knowledge and skillsto participate in the new explosive growth of civil andmaterials science.Civil and materials courses in fracture mechanics, geotechnicalengineering, materials engineering, structures and concretematerials allow UIC students to specialize in two technical areas ofexpertise. Transportation engineering and planning instructionalactivities are performed in the department’s undergraduate andgraduate computing laboratories.At the graduate level, the evolving field of materials engineeringoffers students advanced degrees that focus on the studyof materials formed from metals, ceramics and polymers.In addition, the new field of nanotechnology and biomaterialsoffers the materials engineering student a new wave of buildingblocks for nano-engineered materials with unique functionalities.The research and academic programs at UIC reflect these excitingnew developments, providing students in our programs with thetools to be a part of the materials revolution.Degree programs in civiland materials engineeringBachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringMaster of Science in Civil EngineeringMaster of Science in Materials EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Civil EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering11

ComputerSciencewww.cs.uic.edu12The Electronic VisualizationLaboratory is an interdisciplinarylaboratory that combines art,computer science and virtualreality. EVL allows UIC studentsthe chance to participate ininternationally recognized researchin tele-immersion, collaborativesoftware, and development ofviable stereo displays, animationand advanced networking. EVL iscurrently working with Chicago’sAdler Planetarium and the Sci-TechHands-On Museum to create 3-Dstereoscopic exhibits such as flyingover Mars.

Computer science is pervasive:it is in cell phones, computernetworks, video game playersand movie special effects.UIC’s computer science professors are interested in artificialintelligence, computer graphics and visualization, databasesand data mining, design automation, distributed systems,mobile computing, multimedia computing, networks, softwareengineering and virtual reality. Given the pervasive nature oftechnology, a degree in computer science is excellent preparationfor those interested in management, health care, law and manyother areas.Cristian Luciano, a Ph.D. candidate in computer science,was awarded one of four 25,000 Advanced Simulationand Training Fellowships by the Link Foundation.Luciano is the first student at an Illinois universityto win this award in the fellowship’s 13-year history.A native of Argentina, Luciano is working withresearchers to create a dental procedure trainingsimulator, which will allow dental students to learntechniques in virtual environments through haptics,or the sense of touch.Multi-media classrooms complement state-of-the artinstructional labs. Extensive departmental and universitycomputer labs are available to computer science students, alongwith a growing wireless network in many buildings, public spacesand classrooms.The computer science curriculum provides both a broadunderstanding of computer science concepts as well as specificpractical skills in design and implementation of computersystems that can immediately be applied to the workplace.In our experience, both industry and graduate programs valuepeople who can solve real problems, who come prepared to usethe tools of their trade.As a UIC computer science student, you’ll acquire a commonbackground in seven fundamental areas: programming, datastructures, discrete math, algorithms, formal languages,architecture and operating systems. Additionally, you’ll obtainspecialized knowledge and skills through five technical electivecourses in computer science. Required and elective coursesin science and mathematics, along with additional courses inwriting, humanities, social sciences and the arts, help studentsprepare for multi-disciplinary careers.A computer systems specialty, which offers an emphasis onunderstanding and designing computer hardware, is alsooffered within the undergraduate program. In addition to thefundamental areas of computer science, students study low-levelcircuit analysis and high-level system design. With the option totake additional hardware-oriented courses, the result is a blendof computer science and computer engineering.Degree programsin computer scienceBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceMaster of Science in Computer ScienceDoctor of Philosophy in Computer Science13

Electricaland ComputerEngineeringwww.ece.uic.eduUIC’s department ofelectrical and computerengineering knows thattoday’s electrical engineer musthave not only a sound basisin the fundamental principlesof engineering, but also thecapacity to learn and assimilatenovel advances as soon as theymaterialize.14

UIC’s electrical and computerengineering graduates aresought by many major industriesbecause countless productsrequire their design talents.Two undergraduate majors in this department – electricalengineering and computer engineering – emphasize both theoryand practice, with curriculums designed to evolve with thefield. The opportunity for hands-on research, coupled with thefundamentals of this exciting field, prepares students to excel inreal-world problem solving.””My mentors and faculty played a critical role in mylife and career by fueling my interests in discovery.I received a foundation in engineering, science andhumanities that allowed me to work in several industries,and I credit my engineering education with developingskills like the ability to think creatively. With a dynamicU.S. economy and global trade, this is a necessary tool.These are debts I’m not sure can ever be repaid.Peter J. Hefner, B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 1991Director, Electrical EngineeringHerbst LaZar BellIn the electrical engineering major, foundation courses in math,science and physics are coupled with specialized electives and labexperience in electrical and electronic circuits, electromagnetics,communications and signal processing, controls, computers anddigital systems. Design projects each year prepare students forsolving problems in the real world.As a computer engineering major, you’ll build a strong foundationin math, as well as a common background in the fundamentalsof electrical engineering and computer science. Elective coursesallow students to specialize in a variety of technical areas. Designprojects each year, as well as a two-semester design project inthe senior year, teach students to apply learned principles to anexisting problem.Electrical and computer engineering undergraduates alsohave the opportunity to work on research projects with facultyin nanotechnology, information systems and technology,and computer engineering. Through co-op and internshipexperiences, electrical and computer engineering students gainexperience in the communication, power, computer, medicaland consumer electronics fields. In addition, many positions areoffered in aerospace, chemical, nuclear, automotive, medical,metallurgical, textile, railway, petroleum and other non-electricalindustries.Electrical and computer engineering graduates can workwith digital sound and picture processing for entertainment,household appliances, automotive systems, manufacturingprocess control, biomedical instrumentation and machine control.Degree programs in electricaland computer engineeringBachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Engineering PhysicsBachelor of Science in Computer EngineeringMaster of Science in Electrical and ComputerEngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Electrical and ComputerEngineering15

Mechanicaland IndustrialEngineeringwww.me.uic.eduAs a mechanical or industrial engineeringstudent, you’ll study in UIC’s new engineeringresearch facility, complete with state-of-the-art researchlaboratories, two virtual reality 3-D CAVE theaters,a comprehensive micro-electrical-mechanical-systemsresearch center and a Class 100 clean room.UIC’s mechanical and industrial engineering professorsconduct cutting-edge research in virtual reality, combustion,environmental science, thermal science, dynamics andcontrol, mechatronics, bioengineering, manufacturing andprocessing.16

Undergraduate mechanical andindustrial engineering studentsfrequently work with faculty andgraduate students on industryand federally-sponsoredresearch.Within the mechanical engineering, industrial engineering andengineering management majors, the department emphasizesfour main focus areas:Biotechnology deals with wireless biological sensors,””My professors encouraged me to get involved inengineering societies and activities that help menetwork with companies who recruit at UIC. I’m gladI took advantage of these opportunities – they helpedme get a summer internship at the Gas TechnologyInstitute and secure a full-time job at Caterpillaronce I graduate.Hilary MottlMechanical engineering majorBurr Ridge, Illinoisbiological fluid flow in arteries, capillaries and the spine,bio-mechanics and improving prosthetic devices.Micro and Nanotechnology involves nanofluidics,nanocatalysis, particle/fiber nanostructures, nanoscale transportphenomena and molecular manufacturing.Computing and Information Technology includescomputational fluid dynamics, computational solid mechanics,industrial virtual reality, prognostics and diagnostics and smartsensors.Energy/Environmental research involves distributed energypower systems, combustion/emissions, plasma processing,heat and mass transfer processes, indoor environmental quality,energy efficient commercial and industrial technologies.Students who graduate with degrees in mechanical and industrialengineering fields go on to jobs in the manufacturing, power,aerospace, automotive, materials, electronics and processingindustries. Mechanical engineers are involved in computeraided design and visualization, robotics, bioengineering,environmental engineering and renewable energy systems.Industrial engineers work in communications, entertainment,finance, food, health, logistics, manufacturing, medicine,pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, sports, travel and transportationindustries. Students of engineering management combineengineering and management courses to become both a successfulengineer and an effective administrator of engineering programs.Degree programs in mechanicaland industrial engineeringBachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Industrial EngineeringBachelor of Science in Engineering ManagementMaster of Science in Mechanical EngineeringMaster of Science in Industrial EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Mechanical EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineeringand Operations Research17

Hands-on experience,networking, earning apaycheck and buildingyour resume – all thingsyou could do before yougraduate from UIC’s Collegeof Engineering.Real-World ExperienceThe UIC Cooperative Education and Internship Programwww.uic.edu/depts/enga/co-op/index.htmAs early as the sophomore year, College of Engineering studentsgain real-world experience through the Engineering CooperativeEducation and Intership Program. As a student, you can internwhile enrolled in classes at UIC or during summer break. Or you canchoose to co-op, spending a semester working in your chosen fieldfull time (without taking classes). Many students who choose theco-op option return to the same organization each year.As an engineering student, you may spend just as much time inthe field as you do in the classroom. The College of Engineeringknows that real-world experience compliments knowledge gainedin the classroom and makes students more marketable for fulltime employment upon graduation. UIC’s prime Chicago locationallows students to gain professional experience in virtually anyengineering specialty.Corporate Relations and Career ServicesThe College of Engineering’s commitment to helping our studentsfind valuable internships, co-op and full-time employmentpositions has fostered the development of our own career centerand College of Engineering Advisory Board.As a UIC engineering student, you’ll work closely with anengineering career advisor to further enhance your educationthrough real-world experience. The college’s advisory board ofcorporate and government leaders, as well as engineering deansfrom top-ranking institutions, provides counsel on industrybest practices and curriculum direction based on emergingtechnologies.The College of Engineering devotes several full-timestaff members to corporate relations, career advisingand job search assistance.18

Engineering LifeAnnual ActivitiesMinority Engineering Recruitment and Retention Program(MERRP) www.uic.edu/depts/enga/merrpNational Engineers WeekMERRP is a college-based academic and student-centeredprogram designed to increase the number of underrepresentedstudents who graduate with engineering degrees. Servicesoffered include academic advising, group study sessions,tutoring, student scholarships, mentor programs and pre-collegehigh school instruction. Students gain exposure to professionalengineers and career-oriented activities through the NationalSociety of Black Engineers, the Society of Hispanic ProfessionalEngineers and the Society of Women Engineers.Honors Collegewww.hc.uic.eduHistorically, engineering students at UIC make up a large portionof the Honors College student population.The Honors College offers challenging academic experiencesthat supplement undergraduate study without adding to majorrequirements. Admission as a freshman requires a minimum ACTscore of 26 and a high school class rank in the upper 15 percent.Transfer students must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.25/4.0.Celebrated each year during the fourth week of February, NationalEngineers Week recognizes the contributions of engineers andencourages young students to pursue engineering careers. Awardsare presented for engineering achievement and innovation.During this week, UIC sponsors site visits, seminars, expositions,a career fair, competitions and a concluding party, called E-Bash.Engineering Career DayDuring National Engineers Week, UIC hosts employers withinternships and full- and part-time positions for engineeringstudents. This event provides an excellent opportunity forengineering students to network with employers and secureinternship and co-op positions.Engineering ExpoEach April, upper class engineering students present their seniordesign projects at an event called Engineering Expo. Projects arejudged and awards are presented for top achievements.Members of the Honors College have access to priorityregistration, a dedicated computer lounge, honors sectionsin some classes, honors seminars over a broad spectrum ofdisciplines, independent study with faculty and the prestigiousindication of Honors College membership on official UICtranscripts. The Honors College also sponsors merit-basedscholarships.19

Admission RequirementsCriteriaHigh school students applying for admission to the College ofEngineering are evaluated on a combination of high school classrank and ACT/SAT scores. In past years, successful engineeringstudents at UIC ranked in the top 20 percent of their graduatingclass and achieved an ACT composite score in the 24-26 range.Students who fall slightly below these criteria or attend a highschool that does not rank will be considered for admission basedon other aspects of their application, including high school gradepoint average, high school curriculum, essays, extracurricularactivities and recommendation letters.Prior CourseworkThe College of Engineering recommends that high schoolapplicants successfully complete four years of courseworkin math and three years of lab science, in addition to UICrequirements for coursework in English, social science andelectives. For more information on these requirements, pleasevisit the admissions Web site at www.uic.edu/depts/oar/home.Transfer students applying for admission to the College ofEngineering are evaluated on the basis of transferable hourscompleted and transferable GPA. Successful transfer applicantsmust have completed 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) oftransferable coursework at the time of enrollment, includingcalculus I, II and III, differential equations, English compositionI and II, general physics I (mechanics) and II (electricity andmagnetism), and general chemistry I.20Computer science majors must have 12 transferable hours(18 quarter hours) of lab science, including an eight-hoursequence of math, chemistry, physics or biology.Transfer students may visit www.uic.edu/ucat/courses/ for UICcourse descriptions or www.itransfer.org for Illinois ArticulationInitiative information and transfer articulation.How to Apply for AdmissionTo apply online, visit www.uic.edu and click on the Admissionslink for both Web and printable forms of the undergraduateapplication. When submitting the application online, studentsshould also mail: 1) official transcripts, 2) test scores, and 3)any other required application materials in one envelope to:Office of Admissions and RecordsUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoBox 5220Chicago, Illinois 60680-5220All admission deadlines can be found on the UIC Officeof Admissions Web site at www.uic.edu/depts/oar/home.A paper application can also be obtained by contactingthe Office of Admission at (312) 996-4350.

High School StudentsTo be considered for admission to UIC’s College of Engineering,high school students should submit the following materials in thesame envelope:1. Undergraduate application for admission2. Application fee (or official fee waiver from high schoolguidance office)3. Official transcripts from all high schools attended (or officialGED scores)In addition, high school students should submit official ACT orSAT scores to UIC’s Office of Admissions and Records. Test scoresprovided on an official high school transcript will be acceptedas official.Prior to enrolling at UIC, all transfer students should submit afinal transcript, including courses that may have been in progresswhen the student submitted his or her application for admission.International StudentsA student is considered an international applicant if he/she is acitizen or permanent resident of a country or political area otherthan the United States, has residence outside the United Statesto which he/she expects to return, or is a temporary reside

UIC's College of Engineering is the only publicly supported engineering program in the Chicago metropolitan area. UIC provides academic excellence without the sticker shock. Career Opportunities Located in the heart of Chicago, UIC students reap the benefi ts of the city at their doorstep. Access to downtown Chicago is vital to UIC