1. The George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering Georgia Tech

2. Everything is going great. What else does Tech have to offer?

3. Summary of Additional Opportunities
International Experiences
Exchange Programs
Study Abroad Programs
International Program (degree designator)
Professional Work Experiences
Co-op Program (degree designator)
Professional Internship Program
Educational Experiences
BS/MS Program
Undergraduate Research
Minors and Certificates

4. International Experiences
Exchange Program
Classes are taken with students of the host university
Excellent foreign language skills are required
Study Abroad
Courses are taught by Georgia Tech faculty at various abroad locations
Summer after the freshman year is a great time to study abroad
International Plan (Degree Designator)
A program to develop global competence within the context of a student’s major
Second language proficiency is required
Requires: International Coursework, International Experience (26 weeks abroad) and Culminating Course
We have an innovative study-abroad program at Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France, where we offer our master's-level courses in mechanical engineering. A summer program is also offered for undergraduate students. Both programs are taught in English by GT faculty members.

5. Study Abroad Locations
Summer Study Abroad
Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France
4 day class schedules to allow travel
Many class options available
China Summer Program
ME classes, humanities & social sciences
Oxford Summer Program in England
Junior Year Study Abroad
Students can take their entire junior year abroad or just one semester
We have an innovative study-abroad program at Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France, where we offer our master's-level courses in mechanical engineering. A summer program is also offered for undergraduate students. Both programs are taught in English by GT faculty members.

6. Professional Work Experiences
Georgia Tech Internship Program (
Single semester major related work experiences in a professional setting, domestic or international
Opportunities available during summer, fall, or spring
Students looking for summer internships should start now
Cooperative Program (
Multiple semester major related work experiences (with the same company each semester) in a professional setting
Students rotate each semester between work and school
Students work a minimum of 3 semesters for the same company
Students can apply to the program during their first semester
Student can begin work as early as the summer after their freshman year

7. We strongly recommend two semesters of work experience before graduation!

8. Academic Experiences BS/MS Program Undergraduate Research
Application Requirements:
Apply between 30 – 75 earned credit hours
Minimum Overall GPA of 3.5
Advantages:
Students are not required to take the GRE
Allows students to take 6 hours of graduate work which counts towards both BS & MS degrees
Undergraduate Research
Students can participate in research for pay or class credit
Class counts as ME Electives, Tech Electives or Free Electives
Minors and Certificates
Minors are credit hours, certificates are 12 credit hours
Georgia Tech offers 36 minors and 60+ certificates

9. What are some organizations my student can be involved in?

10. Student Organizations Professional
ME / NRE Organizations
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Pi Tau Sigma (ME Honor Society)
American Nuclear Society
Student Advisory Committee
Acoustical Society of America
Other Popular Organizations
Mars Society at Georgia Tech
Echo Car Challenge
Engineering Students Without Borders
Society of Women Engineers
National Society of Black Engineers
National Society of Hispanic Engineers
Entrepreneur's Society
Students Organizing for Sustainability
Undergraduate Consulting Club
Many, many more….

11. Student Organizations Competitive
GT Motorsports
GT Off Road (Mini-Baja)
Wreck Racing
Robo-Jackets
Solar Jackets

12. I’m having trouble. What help is available?

13. FREE Academic Support Shell Tutoring Program in Mechanical Engineering
Shell oil company sponsors tutoring in most 2000/3000 level ME and COE classes.
Individual Academic Support
One-on-One Tutoring
OMED
Physics
Chemistry Help
Math Lab
Freshman Experience
Professor and TA Office Hours
Special Programs
EXCEL & PLUS programs for 1st and 2nd year students with a GPA < 2.2
Academic Assistance Workshops
Counseling Center – Offers 1 hour free workshops. Topics include:
time management, study skills, test taking, stress reduction, etc.
Success Programs On-line Workshops
Success Programs Individual Assistance

14. FREE Academic Support Handout Sent to All ME & NRE Students

15. Other Support
ADAPTS - Access Disabled Assistance Program for Tech Students
Freshman Experience – Free tutoring, Peer Leaders, etc.
Dean of Students Office
Women’s Resource Center
Office of Diversity Issues and Programs – Offers workshops and training about diversity issues.
GT Counseling Center - Provides referrals and direct counseling services and skill-building opportunities.
The Wellness Center - Provides personal consultations on drug and alcohol issues.
Career Services – Majors fair, Career Counseling, Career Selection Workshops, etc.

16. Career Development Support
Frank K. Webb Professional Communications Program
Coordinated by Dr. Jeffrey Donnell, PhD English
Communications activities are designed to be career development activities
Program elements include:
Effective Oral Presentations
Clear and Effective Writing Composition
Creating Projects
Technical Writing
Elements included in several ME classes and labs beginning in the students sophomore year
Other Communications Support
Job letters, manuscripts for journals, proposals, graduate school applications, fellowship applications

17. I’m trying to decide what to do when I leave Georgia Tech
I’m trying to decide what to do when I leave Georgia Tech. What help is available?

18. Career Support Career Services Resume Services
Career Services Office & Website
CareerBuzz – Job opportunities available only to Georgia Tech students
Career Fair (September 12 & 13)
Job Search Workshops (on-going)
Employer Information Sessions
Virtual Career Fair (September 27 & 28)
Majors Fair (October 20)
Resume Services
Resume Blitz (1st week in Sept.)
Resume Workshops
Resume Support (Dr. Donnell)

19. Graduate School Support
Graduate School Information Sessions each semester
Fellowship & Funding Information Sessions in the Fall
Graduate School Fellowship Information
Advisement
Dr. Paul Neitzel: General graduate school information
Dr. Jeff Donnell: Fellowship information & essay reviews
Pre-Health:
Pre-Law:
Pre-Teaching:
ME Graduate School Web Information

20. How are Georgia Tech and the Woodruff School doing?

21. Georgia Tech Rankings U. S. News & World Report Other Rankings
Undergraduate Engineering Rankings
Undergraduate ME Program: GT is 2 (up from last year)
Best Undergraduate Engineering Program (top degree is PhD): GT is tied for 4
Graduate Engineering Rankings
Graduate ME Program: GT is 6
Graduate NRE Program: GT is 8
College Rankings
Best Public Universities: GT is 7
Poll of High School Guidance Counselors: GT is 2 (public)
Poll of High School Guidance Counselors: GT is 22 (public & private)
Top Engineering & IT Universities in the World: GT is 8
Other Rankings
Corporate Recruiters Ranking for Engineering by the Wall Street Journal : GT is 1
Smart Money Magazine: GT is 4 on a list of public universities for pay-back that a college degree gives when tuition and salaries are included.

22. Georgia Tech Enrollment

23. Woodruff School Enrollment*

24. Woodruff School Degrees Awarded
Estimated …

25. How are our graduates doing?

26. Undergraduate Salary Data
Mechanical Engineering Spring Data
Year
Placement Rate
Sample Size
Median Salary
2011
58.8% 38
$60,000
2010
60.2% 43
$57,000
2009
61.0% 46
$58,666
2008
79.4% 45
2007
76.5% 59
$55,000
Nuclear Engineering Spring Data
Year
Placement Rate
Sample Size
Median Salary
2011
45.5% 5
$62,000
2010
77.8%
$60,000
2009 7
2008
80.0% 4
$55,000
2007
No data

27. As a parent, what are some things I need to know?

28. Important Dates for Parents
Sept 30: Midterm grades available (1000 & 2000 level classes)
Oct 14: Last day to drop an individual class
Oct 15-18: Fall Recess
Oct 31- Nov 18: Early Registration for Spring Semester
Dec 9: Last Day of Classes
Dec : Final Exams
Dec 20: Final Grades Available
Jan 4 - Jan 13: Late Registration for Spring Semester
Jan 9: Spring Classes Begin
Jan 9: Last Day to Pay Fees without a Penalty
Mar : Spring Break
All dates are at:

29. Information for Parents
Deans List
An academic standing of GOOD
No Incomplete (I) grades
At least 12 hours of course work on a letter grade basis
Academic average of 3.00 or higher
Faculty Honors
No Incomplete (I) or Withdrawal (W) grades
Academic average of 4.00
Students can have their hometown newspaper receive notification of Deans List or Faculty Honors. This must be requested by the student by the time that grades are posted.

30. Information for Parents
Certifications for health insurance coverage, car insurance, scholarships, etc. can be printed by the student.
Georgia Tech has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to act as our agent for all verifications of student enrollment.
Third parties must use the Clearinghouse.
This is a free service to students.
Forms that need to be signed for health insurance coverage, car insurance, scholarships, etc. must be taken to the registrar’s office.
The student must submit the signed document to the Registrar's Office.
Turn around time is ~2 business days.
Certifications are provided AFTER final registration closes.
Certifications are based on enrollment as of the certification print date.
Students who drop a course(s) and have less than 12 hours on his/her current schedule are not certified as FULL-TIME.

31. Information for Parents
Emergency Contact Information
Students should enter their "Emergency Contact" information on OSCAR.
This will only to be used by the Dean of Students or Campus Police in case of dire emergency.
Power of Attorney
Students traveling abroad should have a power of attorney granting or a letter signed by the student you access to their academic records.
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
Georgia Tech does not release information (other than "Directory Information") to anyone without the written consent of the student.
Parents Program:
Website:
Newsletters:

32. Internship Information for Parents
When should students begin their internship search?
Approximately 2 semesters before they are interested in interning.
When do companies hire interns?
One to two semesters in advance.
Students should start looking for summer internships NOW, and continue looking all through the end of Spring semester.
What resources are at GT to find internships?
Career Services - Career Services helps students find internships and full-time positions on CareerBuzz.
Professional Practice Office - This office help students with internships and co-op positions.
What semesters can students have an internship?
Internships can be during summer, fall or spring semester.
Students can register as a full time student (for health insurance purposes) while on a major related full-time internship.

33. Internship Information for Parents
How should students look for internships?
Apply for the Internship Program and search the Professional Practice Office database, P2D2.
CareerBuzz: On-line database of job postings.
Attend company information sessions. This listing is at:
Attend the Georgia Tech Internship career fair in January.
Attend ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) meetings and network with employers.
Read s sent from the department about internships.
Use sources external to Georgia Tech:

34. See you at graduation!