<p>Ok then.
Do you know if it’s possible to switch to CS or CSE after my first quarter if I decided to?</p>
<p>Ok So, I’m an ee major and right now I’m taking cs32, math 32b, EE3, and a ge. Before the start of this quarter I have a 2.9 GPA, almost 3.0. Im worried this quarter that I wouldn’t be able to get B’s in my classes. On the midterm for cs32 and math 32b, my grade was the average for the exam. I want to get help and I was wondering if there was any tutoring I can go to? Or If i’m just freaking myself out about my GPA as a freshman. Does it get harder???</p>
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Visit [Welcome</a> to the Office of Academic and Student Affairs — UCLA Engineering Office of Academic and Student Affairs](<a href=“http://seasoasa.ucla.edu%5DWelcome”>http://seasoasa.ucla.edu) for major change questions. Since you’re already an engineer, it shouldn’t be hard to switch.</p>
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Are you EE or EECE? In any case, in recent years, there has been free tutoring at Engineering IV 67-127. As long as you don’t come in with a programming project the day before it’s due, the people there will be friendly and helpful.</p>
<p>Math 32B is definitely the most challenging class of the series, but what’s a little concerning is that you’re average relative to the class. There’s really no substitute to trying to do more problems on your own and asking your TA if you get stuck. The second half of 32B is especially tough material.</p>
<p>To do well in CS 32, you just need to know how to apply the concepts they cover in lecture (the best way to do this is to write your own programs where you have to build some of the things they discuss).</p>
<p>The question of whether or not it gets harder largely depends on the person. To an extent, it’s easier because a larger percentage of students will get better grades in each class. However, this is partially because the weaker students from earlier classes have already left the major. I’ve seen people get better and worse after their first year. The biggest thing is that you more or less stop taking classes outside your major’s department, so the people who improve are specifically good at the topics most closely related to their majors.</p>
<p>How is recruitment for EE majors?
It seems like most of the big name companies are more interested in CS students from what I gather.
Is it still possible to get an internship/job offer at a company like Microsoft, Google, Qualcomm, etc.?
What are the main companies that do offer such opportunities to EE majors?</p>
<p>do u think it would be wise to take cs 31 over the summer, or physics 1A in session A and physics 1B in session C? </p>
<p>Or do you think is best to just wait for the fall to come and take the summer off? </p>
<p>Or would it better to pursue a lab work instead? </p>
<p>By the way, what’s the difference between math 33A and math 135?</p>
<p>Math 33A is an introduction to linear algebra (or really matrix algebra). Math 135 is a second or third course in ordinary differential equations. They’re different subjects.</p>
<p>Oh my bad. Sorry 
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<p>What I meant is math 33B and math 135. From what I see, they cover the same subject: ODE. But what’s the difference? (more proof-based approach?) </p>
<p>Also, what do you think of taking CS 31 over the summer? </p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>I have a 4.1 cum. and a 1870 (700 Math)SAT should I undeclare for engineering or is it impossible to transfer in. I dont want to take the Chemistry Subject Test</p>
<p>Do you guys think summer school is worth it?</p>
<p>I don’t have any internships lined up for the summer (still have interviews, though).</p>
<p>I would probably take CS 180 and STATS 100A. This would basically let me take 3 classes (counting labs) per quarter until I graduate. </p>
<p>Should I take summer classes if my parents are wiling to pay?</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>I think it’s probably more worthwhile to try to get involved in some sort of summer research program if you don’t receive an internship offer. Actually, you could even do that while taking classes. The general idea is to get started doing some quality work outside of class to help with your future internship/full-time chances.</p>
<p>Also, this may be just me, but I think it’s a waste of money to take summer classes just to avoid taking classes during the academic year.</p>
<p>You won’t get in to EE or Undeclared Engineering with those stats (Undeclared Engineering is one of the hardest Engineering majors to get in to, along with Bioengr and MechE).</p>
<p>The SAT Subject Exams aren’t required anymore, but you are still strongly encouraged to take the Math II as well as one of the science subject tests. If you are afraid of taking a SAT Subject Exam, then you probably would get creamed in Engineering, since those kids are usually taking the Physics or Chem exams and getting 750+ on them.</p>
<p>If you apply to the College of Letters & Science and try to change majors to Engineering later, you will have to have at least a 3.5 to even be eligible, per the HSSEAS website.</p>
<p>Hello, I am going to be a freshmen at UCLA and my major is Electrical Engineering. I am planning to take the CSI program over the summer, but I am wondering:</p>
<p>1) Is Chem 20A/20 Series a GE for my major? I am still confused after reading the UCLA website</p>
<p>2) Did a 5 on AP Chem waived Chem 20A/20 Series? I just took the AP Chem exam today and I pretty sure I got a 5 on it.</p>
<p>3) For the CSI program, it seems like Chem 20A is the class I am supposed to take as an engineering major, but if my requirement is waived (by AP Credit), should I still take the class anyway?</p>
<p>Here is the link for the CSI program: [UCLA</a> New Student & Transition Programs - Resources](<a href=“http://orientation.ucla.edu/csi.htm#courses_offered]UCLA”>http://orientation.ucla.edu/csi.htm#courses_offered)</p>
<p>I’m going to buy a new laptop but can’t decide which is the smarter choice. I’m confused between a MacBook and a Samsung Series 7 laptop. Many engineering majors find it difficult to own a Mac but I have had way too many issues with PCs. </p>
<p>For a stusent who is an electrical engineering major, can you tell me which is the better and smarter choice?
Thanks</p>
<p>Buy what you like. It really doesn’t matter.</p>
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- It’s a prerequisite for your major, not a GE.
- <a href=“http://www.seasoasa.ucla.edu/admissions/hsseas-announcements/EngnrngAncmnt11-12.pdf[/url]”>http://www.seasoasa.ucla.edu/admissions/hsseas-announcements/EngnrngAncmnt11-12.pdf</a> says you can waive it.
- If you can waive the class, I suggest doing so. It’s the only Chemistry class required for EE majors, and taking it would be a waste of time/money. It is an easy class, but probably not worth it.</p>
<p>3) For the CSI program, it seems like Chem 20A is the class I am supposed to take as an engineering major, but if my requirement is waived (by AP Credit), should I still take the class anyway?
From my experience with CSI, take PS 40.</p>
<p>Hey guys,
I wound up with the last non-OOS/international student orientation session in late August, so I’m worried about signing up for classes. I’ve heard that this means that I won’t get my top choices but should manage to get required courses. I’m a CSE major and have some AP credit (from my scores Calculus BC, Chem, EnglishComp, and Physics C:Mech w/ 5’s allow me to skip courses).</p>
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<li>Does anyone have input or advice on this? Classes I can expect to take?</li>
<li>What does “petition for Class X” mean in AP credit for courses?</li>
<li>Would you recommend not skipping any courses? As a CSE major, I don’t think Chem, English, and Mech would be an issue, but I can see Calc possibly being one.</li>
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<p>Thanks a lot in advance.</p>
<p>I am fall 2012 EE transfer student and I am wondering if this schedule is to much for my first quarter.
EE 10
EEM16
EE101
EE102</p>
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- CS 31, Math 32A, and a third class (GE, Physics 1B, something else…). You could optionally take a 4th class, but that’s not too common for the first quarter.</p>
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<li><p>It means you can choose between taking the class or skipping it (as opposed to being forced to skip).</p></li>
<li><p>Skip as many courses as you can.</p></li>
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Looks fine to me.</p>
<p>Thanks for the answer grapesoda. Just to clarify though, having the last orientation session doesn’t affect my signing up for those courses?</p>