College of Engineering

Engineering Advising
Summer and Fall Registration Dates 2015

Fall 2015 Timetable Live
Freshmen (0 to 29 hours) - April 13 and 14

Engineering Professional Practice

Stay up-to-date with Engineering Professional Practice information and events by clicking the “Like” button on the program’s Facebook page, following the program on Twitter, visiting its website at www.coop.utk.edu, or calling 865-974-5323.

UPCOMING EVENT DATES

• April 15, 2015 – "First Timers" SERF, Room 307 at 5:00 p.m.
• April 21, 2015 – "Info Session" SERF, Room 307 at 5:00 p.m.
• August 28, 2015 – Annual Engineering Cookout, 11:30 a.m–1:30 p.m.

Featured Student: Jordan Parkhurst

Our student this week is Jordan Parkhurst, a Chemical engineering major who accepted a co-op at MARS Petcare located in Nashville, Tennessee. Parkhurst describes the department he worked in and what his main responsibilities were.

“I worked as a Global Applied Science Technology (GAST) intern, at the STARS facility for Mars Petcare," he said. "My responsibilities included preparation each day for the project at hand, executing mass balance calculations, automating and implementing automation for our large design experiment, extrusion work including extrusion theory and extrusion rheology, extrusion kibble trials, as well as helping at a larger Mars plant with one of the current R&D trials."

A challenge that Jordan had on this assignment was running a design experiment with multiple parameters.

"Something I brought to my supervisors attention is the problem of time point readings in our extreme cooking times (fifteen to sixty minutes)," said Parkhurst. "Conventionally we would take a temperature and pressure reading every five minutes. With a fifteen-minute run, we would only have three time points, and this is not acceptable. I suggested computer software and electrical PTs and TTs attached to controllers to automate the system. I found the correct controllers, learned how to wire in 4-20mA sensors to the controllers, and how to wire the LIN-bus system to integrate through a RS-485 USB and in to the SLSOFT software, thus giving us a time point reading every thirty seconds. I learned suggestions, even though they may seem outlandish to the norm, may be great ideas!”

Parkhurst said the most valuable benefit that he received during his co-op assignment was, "I think the experience, as well as getting to know the people of Mars, and learning their work culture was the largest benefit. You can only learn so much from school, but the bulk of what it takes to be something like an engineer is learning from experience. I work alongside many folks with a lot of experience that they're happy to share with me, and that's a priceless benefit!"

Students, please note: If you receive a co-op or internship offer, please contact Engineering Professional Practice for help with paperwork and any preparations you may need – [log in to unmask], 865-974-5323, or 310 Perkins Hall.

Students may read more about their peers' co-op experiences by logging into their Engineering Professional Practice profile via www.coop.utk.edu, clicking "Resource Library" (on the left margin) and selecting "Students at Work–In Their Own Words." For information on engineering co-op and internships, contact [log in to unmask] or 865-974-5323.

Career Services

Employer Events

EF 301 – Career Services for Engineers

Planning your class schedule for Fall 2015? Don’t forget to register for EF 301 – Engineering Career Planning!

This class is offered each spring and fall semester and is taught 1:25–2:15 p.m. Mondays at Career Services, 100 Dunford Hall. This class is a perfect fit for all juniors and seniors and will equip students with the right tools to land that great job. Sophomores and graduate students may also register for the course as well. The class is offered on a one-hour satisfactory/no credit basis and is taught by Career Services Consultants for the College of Engineering, April Gonzalez or Justin Rice. Expect visits from company representatives, tips and tricks from HR Recruiters, advice on resumes, cover letters, interviewing and salary negotiation and learn the ways you can stand out and get noticed at the job fairs.

Here’s what students are saying about the class:

• “This is the most useful non-engineering class I have ever taken.  It gave me insider information about what employers are looking for during interviews and I have a resume that I feel great about!”
• “Well thought out and put together course. I feel much more confident about job searching.”
• “This class exceeded all my expectations – it really works!”

Don’t wait to sign up as space is limited and the class will fill up fast.

Workshops/Events

Networking 101
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. April 7, 2015
Career Services, 100 Dunford Hall
Workshop (one hour)
It is often said..."it's who you know" that's important in getting a job. This workshop will help you learn what networking really means and how to identify your own network of people that might be a great resource in your job search. Topics covered include where to find contacts, how to connect with them, and how they can help you in any internship or job search.

If you are planning on attending Networking in Neyland and want to prepare, attend this workshop to learn the do's and don'ts!

Going Global: Teaching, Working, & Studying Abroad
4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. April 15, 2015
University Center 221
Workshop (ninety minutes)
Learn about various ways to gain international experience and tracks for young professionals who desire to work abroad from a panel of experts in fields such as studying abroad, international business, and teaching overseas.

Graduate Admissions 101
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. April 16, 2015
University Center 225
Workshop (one hour)
Learn how to start your journey to graduate school including reasons why to attend grad school, types of degrees, timelines, entrance exams, application components, helpful resources and more.

Careers in Sustainability and the Environment
4:00–5:00 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2015
Room 220E Hodges Library
Workshop (one hour)
Explore opportunities to keep our world green through environmentally impactful careers. Join Career Services to learn how to develop pathways into environmentally-sustainable careers and organizations. Discussions will cover career options within the field of environmentalism and sustainability, advice for gaining necessary skills and experiences, and how to job seek within the field. Students from all majors with an interest in the field are encouraged to attend.

If you have questions, please contact Career Services at 865-974-5435 or [log in to unmask].

For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant—College of Engineering, at [log in to unmask]; Justin Rice, STEM Consultant, at [log in to unmask]; or call 865-974-5435. Check out www.career.utk.edu for a list of all upcoming events.

Multicultural Student Life
The Academic Support Unit (ASU) in Multicultural Student Life supports the academic success of students through a variety of services:

The Tutoring Program provides free tutoring to students in a variety of subject areas.

The Book Loan Program allows students to borrow up to two books free of charge. Students must return the borrowed books at the end of the semester. Applications for the Book Loan Program are at multicultural.utk.edu.

The Final Prep Sessions provide students with a quiet and comfortable environment to study for their final exams. Students have access to tutoring in a variety of subjects. The Black Cultural Center extends its hours in order to accommodate those students who wish to have additional studying time. Stress relief activities and snacks are also provided for students to aid in their studying.

The Student Success Center offers a variety of academic support.

Academic Coaching: A one-one-one meeting with a trained GTA who can help with time management, goal setting, and more. Call 865-976-6641 to make an appointment or stop by 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday–Friday, third floor of Greve Hall.

Supplemental Instruction: Out of class study sessions with trained student SI Leaders. No appointment necessary. Please see the schedule for details.

Tutoring: Drop in or by appointment sessions available. Students can check the schedule for details. More tutoring options may be available through the SSC. Contact SSC if you are in need of tutoring for a subject not currently listed on the website.

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