1. Welcome to InterPro
2. Quick Reference Contacts
3. Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering (InterPro)
4. Application, Enrollment Options, Registration, Corporate Sponsorship, Transfer of Credit
5. OTID (One-time Identifier), UM Student ID, Uniqname/Password
6. Course Selection, Plan of Study
7. Master's Degree Overview
8. Master's Degree (Automotive)
9. Master's Degree (Manufacturing)
10. Master's Degree (Integrated Microsystems)
11. Master's Degree (Pharmaceutical)
12. *Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering
13. Partnership Master of Engineering in Manufacturing/Master of Business Administration (Indiana U.)
14. Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate
15. UTC Enrollment Options, UTC Preparation
16. Preview Course Segments
17. Delivery Formats, Computer Systems Requirements for MEonline
18. InterPro Course Decision Process, Course Content Questions, Course Viewing Schedule
19. Homework Submission, Exams, Honor Code
20. Faculty Office Hours
21. MEonline Course Communication, Discussion, Conferencing
22. Course Software, Computer System Requirements, Computer Account, Email Access, Internet Access
23. Email Access, Grade Reports, Grade Requests, Wolverine Access, Interpretation of Grades
24. Course Changes, Dropping Course
25. Billing Industry Partner, Individual Student Billing, Vouchers
26. Student Course Evaluations, Graduation Application, Graduation Ceremony
27. U of M Library Resources
1. Welcome to InterPro
1. Welcome the to Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering (InterPro)
Welcome to the College of Engineering's Off-Campus Education Program! We look forward to providing you with a rewarding academic experience.
It's a major challenge to add the responsibilities of a student to the ones of an employee and family member. Therefore, to help you with any questions you may have about distance learning, we have prepared this Student Handbook.
Whether you are a degree candidate, a credit student, or an audit student, we look forward to providing you with the best student services of any off-campus education program available today. If you have any questions or comments about the information in this manual, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering
2401 Plymouth Road
Traverwood, Suite A/B
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2193
Telephone: 734-647-7190
FAX: 734-998-6127
InterPro Off-Campus Education Programs
2121 Bonisteel Blvd.
273 Chrysler Center
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2092
Telephone: 734-647-7024
Fax: 734-647-2243
CPD Website: http://cpd.engin.umich.edu/
Off-Campus Student Services
Shannon Rolston
Telephone: 734-647-7188
Course Materials Supplier
Total Information
844 Dewey Avenue
Rochester NY 14613
Telephone: (585) 254-0621 or toll free 1-800-876-4636
Fax: (585) 254-0209
Email: orders@totalinformation.com
Website: Total Information
2. 2.2 InterPro Staff Directory
InterPro
Off-Campus Education Programs
Felicia Becker
Graduate Professional Programs
frbec@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-647-7024
Henia Kamil
Programs Manager
hek@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-764-3071
Shannon L. Rolston
Student Services (Registration & Information)
srolston@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-647-7188
3. 2.3 Other University Numbers
Campus Information
Telephone: 734-764-INFO (4636)
Entree Plus Office
Telephone: 734-763-6294
Office of the Registrar
FAX: 734-764-5556
CAEN Hotline
Telephone: 734-763-5041
ITD Accounts Office
Telephone: 734-764-8000
ITD Helpline
Telephone: 734-764-HELP (4357)
Duderstadt Center
Telephone: 734-936-3191
4. 2.4 Web Addresses
Center for Professional Development
http://cpd.engin.umich.edu
College of Engineering
http://www.engin.umich.edu
Duderstadt Center
http://www.dc.umich.edu
Wolverine Access
http://wolverineaccess.umich.edu
MEonline
http://meonline.engin.umich.edu
College of Engineering Course Catalog
http://www.engin.umich.edu/students/current/accademics/courses
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
http://www.gre.org
3. Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering (InterPro)
The Center for Professional Development provides working engineers with continuing education through distance learning credit and non-credit courses, conferences and client customized training programs.
The University of Michigan graduate programs offered through InterPro are developed in partnership with industry, faculty and the College of Engineering (COE) administration. Because of the COE's close working relationship with industry, we are confident that working engineers seeking a broad but rigorous graduate education will benefit from these industrially-relevant programs, as well as the convenience of distance delivery.
COE's key source of industry advice and input is the College's National Advisory Committee, which has been instrumental in defining the focus and goals of CPD's programs. CPD also gets direct feedback and direction from our Industry Partners Group, whose members are leaders in engineering and manufacturing who have an inherent interest in education, training and development.
InterPro Website
Center for Professional Development website is constantly being updated with new information and features. Check out the InterPro website: http://cpd.engin.umich.edu/
- Student Handbook
- Degree Information
- Course Requirements
- Term and Registration Dates
- Course Descriptions by Semester, including Course, Syllabi and Streaming Video of Course Preview
- CPD Forms (downloadable)
- Schedule of Off-campus Courses
- College of Engineering Honor Code
- Obtaining Course Grade Information
- University of Michigan Online Library Resources
- College and University Resources Information
- CPD Faculty and Staff Biographical Information and Photos
CPD's information delivery system makes access to information and resources much easier for students and site coordinators.
Three ways to enroll in graduate courses through InterPro are: Candidate for Degree, Non-Candidate for Degree, or Audit.
Program applications and course registrations are accepted for each academic semester. Late registration should be avoided as it often results in registration difficulties and late fees. The most common cause for delay is failure to obtain the official undergraduate transcripts that must be sent to InterPro. Transcripts should be requested, and letters of recommendation for master's applicants solicited, as soon as possible. Letters of recommendation should come from academic as well as industrial/professional sources when available.
Application can be completed and submitted online through The Princeton Review at: https://apply.embark.com/Grad/UMich/Engineering/24/ Letters of recommendation forms can be downloaded and also submitted through The Princeton Review web site.
All students, including NCFD, must complete and submit application through The Princeton Review: https://apply.embark.com/Grad/UMich/Engineering/24/
Candidate for Degree
Students who apply and are accepted into a degree program hold a Candidate for Degree status which allows them to work toward their master's degree by enrolling in courses through InterPro.
Non-Candidate for Degree (NCFD)
NCFD is a temporary status whereby new students can be introduced to InterPro distance learning courses and earn transferable academic credit from the University of Michigan. Students enrolled in graduate degree programs at other institutions often supplement their studies with offerings from the University of Michigan curriculum. Students must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering to enroll in graduate engineering courses. The NCFD status can be changed the following semester, which allows qualified students to begin their studies before completing a new application through the Princeton Review: https://apply.embark.com/Grad/UMich/Engineering/24/
Students must provide a copy of their undergraduate transcript to InterPro before they can be registered for a course as an NCFD. Send to:
Felicia Becker
Graduate Professional Programs
Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering
273 Chrysler Center, 2121 Bonisteel Blvd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2092
Email: frbec@umich.edu
Students are limited to TWO courses taken in the NCFD status if they wish to transfer the credit into a U of M degree program.
Auditors
Students enrolled as InterPro auditors are not actually enrolled with the University of Michigan. Auditing students do not receive course credit. Auditing fees are one-time, non-refundable, flat fees and are not affected by student drops or withdrawals.
Auditors normally are expected by their companies to complete coursework. However, faculty are not required to grade auditor's work or give them grades. Some faculty do rate the student's work unofficially. No records will be kept for auditors in the University system.
Many InterPro students are sponsored by University of Michigan corporate partners. Sponsorship is defined as having four students per course per site and a designated Site Coordinator who facilitates communication between InterPro and students. If InterPro courses and graduate programs are not posted at your company, please contact InterPro at 734-647-7200.
Transfer Credits
University of Michigan Master's programs allow a maximum of six (6) credits earned from other universities to be transferred to the University of Michigan. Fifteen (15)transfer credits can be earned at the graduate level from the University of Michigan Dearborn Campus; however, the total number of credits transferred between U of M Dearborn and another institution must not exceed fifteen (15). All courses must be evaluated and approved by a University of Michigan Academic Advisor.
Submit Transcripts to:
Felicia Becker
Graduate Professional Programs
Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering
273 Chrysler Center, 2121 Bonisteel Blvd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2092
Email: frbec@umich.edu
5. OTID (One-time Identifier), UM Student ID, Uniqname/Password
New Students
1. After you have confirmed your intent to enroll, you will receive an email from InterPro with your UM Student ID number.
2. Within 10-12 days AFTER CLASSES START you will receive an email with your OTID (one-time identifier) and instructions on how to set up your Uniqname and Password.
Returning Students
If you had a Uniqname/password, but forgot them, go to the U of M. ITD website: http://www.itd.umich.edu/help/over.consultant.html and they will send it to you.
For special difficulties or problems, contact Felicia Becker at InterPro (frbec@umich.edu)
6. Course Selection, Plan of Study
There are many factors that influence the InterPro decision to offer courses to off-campus students. CPD gives priority to courses that fulfill the requirements for the five Masters' degrees:
- Master of Engineering in Automotive Engineering
- Master of Engineering in Manufacturing
- Master of Engineering in Integrated Microsystems
- Master of Engineering in Pharmaceutical Engineering
- *Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering
The other factor is the number of course enrollments. InterPro delivers regularly scheduled courses from the Ann Arbor campus, therefore the course schedule is based on the academic calendar. A projected course schedule for each program is available on the CPD website (link)
*This degree will be offered to the public in the near future.
Once accepted into a graduate program, students should develop a course Plan of Study for their master's degree program. Degree seeking students need to have their plan of study approved by their academic advisor. The Plan of Study can be obtained by contacting the InterPro office, c/o Henia Kamil, 734-763-0480.
7. Master's Degree Overview
The Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) degree programs are driven by the need for technical leaders in industry to have depth in their own engineering discipline, breadth across other engineering disciplines, knowledge of management issues, and the ability to lead project teams.
Degrees obtained through InterPro are official University of Michigan College of Engineering degrees, and students meet all the same requirements as their counterparts on campus.
Currently five (5) degree programs can be completed by taking courses through InterPro and are available online:
- The Master of Engineering in Automotive Engineering
- Master of Engineering in Manufacturing
- Master of Engineering in Integrated Microsystems
- Master of Engineering in Pharmaceutical Engineering
- *Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering.
Candidates for all programs must complete a minimum of 30 credits of approved graduate level course work at the University of Michigan. Students working toward a degree are assigned a faculty advisor who approves the overall program of study, as well as courses selected for each semester.
*This degree will be offered to the public in the near future.
8. Master's Degree (Automotive)
The Master in Automotive Engineering emphasizes engineering practice and management, and is ideally suited to working engineers who desire a broader graduate experience but cannot be away from work full-time.
This interdisciplinary degree program complements the teaching and research activities within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and significantly enhances the outreach of the Automotive Research Center to both industry and government. The program draws on the resources of the academic departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, as well as other departments.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science.
- At least two years of college engineering mathematics.
- Undergraduate course work in at least three of the engineering core areas of
automotive engineering (power and propulsion; dynamics and controls; aerodynamics and
structural mechanics; electronics).
- The equivalent of two years of full-time industrial experience in Automotive Engineering.
Students with outstanding qualifications who do not have two years of industrial
experience may be considered for admission if they have relevant internship or co-op experience.
- The Graduate Record Examination (GRE, general portion) is highly recommended, but
not required GRE
Degree Requirements
The M.Eng. degree in Automotive Engineering requires a total of 30 credit hours of course work, of which at least 24 credit hours must be graded (not 'satisfactory or unsatisfactory'). In addition, it is suggested that at least 18 credit hours be in courses at the 500 level and above. A minimum grade point average of 5.0/9.0 (i.e., a "B" average) is also required. The credits will be distributed in categories arranged to meet the degree's objectives. Brochures providing detailed information on the program requirements can be obtained from the CPD office or via the CPD website CPD
An Automotive engineering seminar will expose the students to a wide spectrum of automotive engineering aspects. A capstone project will synthesize the student's knowledge and apply it to an industrially relevant problem. The seminar and project are 6 credits of the 30 credits required to complete the degree. Each entering student will be assigned a faculty advisor and must obtain the advisor's approval for the overall program of study.
Betty Alperovitz
Graduate Coordinator, Automotive Program
bjalpero@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-763-1134
9. Master's Degree (Manufacturing)
The past several decades have been crucial for American manufacturers. Pressures from foreign competitors have led to the need for restructuring and redefining the place of manufacturing processes. Nationally and internationally, the perceived need is to make university activities in research and education more industrially relevant. To meet the challenge, the University of Michigan has established a portfolio of degree programs to be awarded by the Michigan Business School and the College of Engineering. The College of Engineering's offering is the Master of Engineering in Manufacturing degree.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants are expected to have a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
such as Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial and
Operations Engineering or a validated science.
- At least two years of college engineering mathematics (including Probability and Statistics)
and a course in manufacturing processes.
- At least two years of full time relevant industrial experience. Students with outstanding
qualifications who do not have two years of industrial experience can be considered
for admission if they have a relevant summer internship or co-op experience of a
minimum of four months.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE, general portion) is highly recommended
but not required GRE
Degree Requirements
The M.Eng. in Manufacturing is an interdisciplinary degree combining course work from various engineering disciplines (80%) and business (20%). The Master of Engineering in Manufacturing requires a total of 30 credit hours of course work, of which at least 24 credit hours must be graded (not pass/fail), and at least 18 graded credit hours must be in courses at the 500 level. A minimum grade point average of 5.0/9.0 (i.e., a B average) is also required. Brochures providing detailed information on the program requirements can be obtained from the CPD office or via the CPD Website CPD
To provide a significant and industrially relevant experience, students will participate in the Manufacturing Seminar and Project. This seminar and project will synthesize the student's knowledge and apply it to an industrially relevant problem. The seminars and project are 6 credits of the 30 credits required to complete the degree.
Kathy Bishar
Graduate Coordinator, Manufacturing Program
kbishar@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-764-3312
10. Master's Degree (Integrated Microsystems)
The Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Integrated MicroSystems in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is a unique program. It provides the opportunity for students to gain a deep understanding of the Wireless Integrated MicroSystems/MicroElectroMechanical System (WIMS/MEMS) technologies, while gaining a breadth in complementary engineering disciplines.
This program is designed to strengthen students' core engineering skills in a given discipline while being flexible enough to provide the opportunity to explore complimentary areas. Students will gain valuable business skills for product and process development. The interdisciplinary design team project focuses on current problems in WIMS/MEMS industry.
Admission Requirements
Professionals, who are employed in the WIMS/MEMS and related activities in the microelectronics industry, or recent graduates, may be admitted into the program, if they meet the prerequisites. Some specific examples of admission requirements include the following:
- An undergraduate degree in engineering science, chemistry, physics, biology
or mathematics.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general portion is highly recommended, but
not required GRE
Degree Requirements
The M.Eng. in Integrated MicroSystems degree requires a total of 30 credit hours of course work, of which at least 24 credit hours must be graded (not satisfactory/unsatisfactory), and at least 18 graded credit hours must be in courses at the 500 level or above. A minimum grade point average of 5.0/9.0 (i.e., a B average) is required for graduation. Each entering student will be assigned a faculty advisor, and must obtain the advisor's approval for the overall program of study.
Betty Alperovitz
Graduate Coordinator, Automotive Program
bjalpero@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-763-1134
11. Master's Degree (Pharmaceutical)
A new breed of pharmaceutical scientists and engineers must be trained to facilitate the recent developments that have transformed the entire drug discovery process. This is the main purpose of the Pharmaceutical Engineering program at the University of Michigan; the program is jointly administered by the College of Engineering and the College of Pharmacy.
Recent advances in the Human Genome Project (HGP) and automated ultra-high throughput screening (mHTS) has transformed the drug discovery process. This is also causing a paradigm shift in subsequent process and formulation development in the pharmaceutical and life-science industries. Many novel drug molecules have been found to have higher potency, complex physico-chemical properties and require special attention in subsequent scale translation and formulation.
Admission Requirements
In addition to our current students in the Colleges of Engineering and Pharmacy, the M.Eng. in Pharmaceutical Engineering shall target potential degree candidates who are currently employed in the field and who may be interested in advanced study with minimal interruption to their job functions. Potential candidates with backgrounds other than Chemical Engineering may need to take additional remedial courses.
Degree Requirements
The M.Eng. in Pharmaceutical Engineering requires a total of 30 credit hours of course work, of which at least 24 credit hours must be graded (not 'satisfactory /unsatisfactory'), and at least 18 credit hours must be in courses at the 500 level and above. A minimum grade point average of 5.0/9.0 (i.e., a "B" average) is required for graduation. Each entering student will be assigned a faculty advisor, and must obtain the advisor's approval for the overall program of study. The Project and Seminar (comprising of up to 6 of the 30 credits) are required, but remaining courses may be elected according to individual interest within the divisional framework.
Gail Carr
Graduate Coordinator, Pharmaceutical Program
gailcarr@umich.edu
Telephone: 734 763-0480
12. *Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering
The new *Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering (Global MEng) is a unique, collaborative program. This degree is strategically designed to build and develop a global organizational capability and profound knowledge in areas core to industry. This is the only engineering master's program that brings together people from both the automotive product development and manufacturing areas within a global context.
*Please note this degree will be offered to the public in the near future.
Kathy Bishar
Graduate Coordinator, Global Program
kbishar@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-764-3312
13. Partnership Master of Engineering in Manufacturing/Master of Business Administration (Indiana U.)
The University of Michigan College of Engineering in conjunction with Indiana University Kelley School of Business is offering a partnership program with the Master of Engineering (MEng) in Manufacturing from U of M, and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana University to qualified candidates. Through this relationship, University of Michigan MEng manufacturing students are eligible to apply for the MBA portion of the program.
U of M MEng new students, current students and recent graduates now have the opportunity to earn an MBA through Kelley Direct Online Programs at http://kd.iu.edu. Kelley Direct offers its courses online via the web. Upon review of U of M coursework, current students and recent graduates may be eligible to earn an MBA in 36 credits versus 48 hours without the MEng. Typically, Kelley Direct MBA students take two courses per quarter (excluding summer). As a result, U of M students can earn an MBA in just over a year and a half. Lisa Richey-Burgis (lricheyb@iupui.edu) is available to answer any admission and registration questions you may have.
Degree Objectives
U of M students begin their MBA studies with Indiana's Kelley Direct once they have enrolled in or completed their MEng in Manufacturing. Up to six credits of pre-approved U of M Management and Systems courses can be counted toward the MBA for more information on the MEng Manufacturing online program or contact CPD at 734-647-7200.
Admissions
- Students may submit applications for both the fall and winter terms to the University of Michigan.
- New MEng in Manufacturing students can indicate their interest in an MBA on the U of M
online application.
- Current MEng. in Manufacturing students and alumni may apply for their MBA directly
through Indiana University Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Kelley School of Business
Applicants are expected to have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
physical science such as Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, orIndustrial and Operations Engineering. Other prerequisites for admission to the MEng program include:
1. At least two years of college engineering mathematics
(including probability and statistics) and a course in manufacturing processes.
2. At least two years of full-time relevant industrial experience. Students with outstanding
qualifications who do not have two years of industrial experience may be considered for
admission if they have a relevant internship or co-op experience.
3. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test is highly recommended but
not required for the MEng.
4. The GMAT is required for the Kelley MBA. Kelley looks for a good balance of verbal
and quantitative scores on the GMAT.
Degree Requirements
For the Kelley MBA program, students must enroll for a minimum of 36 credits from Kelley
Direct. See CPD website for sample Plan of Study Plan of Study
U of M MEng. students must enroll for 30 hours from the University of Michigan.
Students enrolled with Kelley Direct usually take 1 1/2 years to complete the MBA, enrolling in 6 credits per quarter for 6 quarters.
Shannon L. Rolston
Contact, Kelley MBA Partnership Program
srolston@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-647-7188
14. Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate
The certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Engineering is a unique educational program that combines two contemporary disciplines into one curriculum. Lean production is a necessary strategy for world leadership in manufacturing. Six Sigma has also become a very important component in the success of manufacturing businesses world-wide. The certificate introduces the metrics required in manufacturing plants to accurately measure progress toward Lean and Six Sigma quality, covers traditional accounting systems to reward effectiveness, and culminates in a course that applies the principles of lean production and Six Sigma to a job-related project.
Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering brings the Graduate Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering directly to industry. This is accomplished by delivering regularly scheduled University of Michigan - Ann Arbor courses to off-campus sites. Students usually enroll in the program part-time, while continuing full-time employment. Currently there are two enrollment options: sponsorship through a InterPro client company, or individual participation online. Distance learning sites require a minimum of four students enrolled in a given course, and a designated course administrator on-site. Courses are offered online through web-based streaming video.
Degree Objective
The Graduate Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering offers a curriculum of:
- 2 graduate engineering courses
- a non-credit project that includes an eight hour seminar examining the integration of Lean and Six Sigma, plus completion of a Lean and/or Six Sigma project and written report reviewed by University of Michigan instructors.
The two graduate courses that are part of the Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering can be applied to the Master of Engineering in Manufacturing, if the student is accepted into program.
Faculty Students
The Graduate Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering relies upon established courses and faculty from various departments in the College of Engineering. Faculty from various engineering departments may supervise student practicum projects.
Admissions
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (not Engineering Technology) from an ABET accredited institution or the international equivalent with at least two years of college engineering mathematics (including probability and statistics). Degree must have been completed in good standing (generally defined as a GPA of B or higher).
- A completed Application for Admission to the certificate program along with official transcripts from all universities attended.
- International students must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) OR The Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB).
Degree Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering requires successful completion of the following graduate engineering courses (a total of 5 credits):
- MFG426, Manufacturing Strategies
- MFG461, Quality Engineering Principles and Analysis Plus:
- a non-credit seminar examining the integration of Lean and Six Sigma
- completion of a Lean and/or Six Sigma project and written report reviewed by University of Michigan instructors.
The two graduate courses that are part of the Certificate in Lean and Six Sigma Manufacturing Engineering can be applied to the Master of Engineering in Manufacturing, if the student is accepted into program.
Shannon L. Rolston
Contact, LSS Graduate Certificate Program
srolston@umich.edu
Telephone: 734-647-7188
15. UTC Enrollment Options, UTC Preparation
There are two (2) ways to enroll in graduate courses through InterPro are: Candidate for Degree, Non-Candidate for Degree.
Candidate for Degree
Students who apply and are accepted into a degree program hold a Candidate for Degree status, which allows them to work toward their master's degree by enrolling in courses through InterPro.
Non-Candidate for Degree (NCFD)
NCFD is a temporary status whereby new students can be introduced to InterPro distance learning courses and earn transferable academic credit from the University of Michigan. Students enrolled in graduate degree programs at other institutions often supplement their studies with offerings from the University of Michigan curriculum. This NCFD status can be changed the following semester, and allows qualified students to begin their studies before completing a full application.
Students must provide a copy of their undergraduate transcript to InterPro before they can be registered for a course as an NCFD.
Students are limited to TWO courses taken in the NCFD status if they wish to transfer the credit into a U of M degree program.
Transfer Credits
University of Michigan masters? programs allow a maximum of 6 credits earned from other universities to be transferred to the University of Michigan. All courses must be evaluated and approved by a University of Michigan Academic Advisor.
UTC Student Preparation
See index in Student Handbook for links to:
- Partnership Master of Engineering/Master of Business Administration
- Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate
16. Preview Course Segments
Once course offerings have been selected for a given semester, recorded previews are available for viewing on InterPro's website - (http://cpd.engin.umich.edu) and select "Schedule and Register" - Click on "Graduation Registration Info" for courses - Click on the heading "Course Name" or "Preview" - get course description, pre-requsition requirements, etc. In the "Preview" column, click on the 'yes' link to view the preview. The previews are short overviews of each of CPD's course offerings, featuring the professors who are scheduled to teach them. Preview Courses
Note: To view the previews on InterPro's website, you will need Windows 98/NT4 or Mac OS8 or higher. Other viewing requirements are listed on the website.
MEonline
All of the graduate distance learning courses are delivered online using streaming video through MEonline. MEonline is CPD's web-based courseware application that allows instructors to post course related information and conduct courses online in a secure environment. InterPro uses MEonline to post handouts, homework assignments, course lecture files, and other options. For more information about MEonline go to http://meonline.engin.umich.edu/ MEonline Indroduction Page.
Online Lecture Delivery
Interpro currently offers course Lectures in two media formats, Flash and Windows Media. The technical requirements for viewing each are listed below. If you encounter difficulty with viewing either format, visit the Lecture Viewing Issues and Support page.
Flash Audio Lecture Viewing Requirements:
- Pentium III or equivalent processor
- 256 MBs of RAM
- 2GB free disk space
- VGA monitor capable of 1024X768 resolution
- Sound card and speakers
- Internet Connection (High Speed connection highly recommended e.g. cable modem or DSL)
- Internet Explorer 5.0 or equivalent browser (IE 6 or later recommended)
- Flash Player Plugin 6.0 or later (Flash 8 or later recommended)
Windows Media Lecture Viewing Requirements:
- Pentium III or equivalent processor
- 256 MBs of RAM
- 2GB free disk space
- VGA monitor capable of 1024X768 resolution
- Sound card and speakers
- Flash Player Plugin 6.0 or later (Flash 8 or later recommended)
- Windows Media Player 7.1 or later (WMP 9 or later recommended)
- Internet Explorer 5.0 (IE 6 or later recommended) with Active X and JavaScript enabled (Note: Windows Media presentations will not play in other browsers e.g. Netscape, Mozilla, Opera)
- Windows 2000 or later Operating System (XP recommended)
Video streamed lectures and course materials will be available according to the week-delay schedule, which is one week after the on-campus session date. Students should be aware that the College of Engineering Honor Code applies to all courses and course materials, whether accessed online or on campus. In particular, all lecture videos are the copyright of the U of M Regents. Students are prohibited by U.S. copyright laws from making copies of class sessions.
Online Students:
- view the lecture files through streaming video within MEonline;
- obtain course homework and handouts through MEonline; and participate in the course discussion groups and other communication venues. Currently, most course exams are delivered via paper to sites and proctored locally. Online students will need to provide proctor information to InterPro by the beginning of the term.
18. Course Content Questions, Course Viewing Schedule
Course Content Questions
If students have questions regarding course content, they should contact the professor directly. U of M professors (and Graduate Student Instructors) are available to answer students' questions by electronic mail and/or by telephone during their office hours. Students should avoid asking professors about administrative issues because professors are generally not familiar with the administrative aspects of the program. Please call InterPro about all administrative matters at 734-647-7200.
Course Viewing Schedule
Viewing dates for off-campus students are exactly one week after the on-campus session date. All course materials, lecture files, solutions, etc., will be posted in MEonline within one week after the on-campus date. The exception to this schedule will be exams and exam solutions, which will be released after all off-campus students have completed their exams. Off-campus viewing schedules are available within the MEonline courses.
Students are reminded that even if solutions are available in MEonline before they have completed an assignment, they are bound by the College of Engineering Honor Code Honor Code5. 14.5 Course Materials
Materials for courses are supplied in two ways. Daily class handouts are posted to MEonline. Other necessary materials such as coursepacks and textbooks can be purchased from Total InformationTotal Information, a full service provider of published materials; or when indicated via a campus copy center. See the Quick Reference Contact section for telephone and fax numbers. Students will be sent a list of required course materials and providers with their course registration packet before the semester begins. Students should obtain required materials within the first week of the semester.
19. Homework Submission, Exams, Honor Code
The method of homework delivery, submission, and return is determined at the beginning of each term by the instructor. Instructors will post their Homework Submission Pollicy in MEonline in the "Syllabus" section. Students should consult the Off Campus Viewing Schedule also posted on the MEonline "Syllabus" page for assignment due dates.
Regardless of the submission method, students are responsible for making a copy of their assignment to keep as a back up. Additionally, all assignments must have a completed copy of the InterPro cover sheet InterPro Cover Sheet as the first page.
Electronic Submission
Most instructors post their assignments in MEonline, and provide their students with instructions about how to retrieve them. When and instructor chooses to accept electronic submissions, he or she will generally designate a folder within MEonline where students upload assignments.
Electronic submission may involve either saving the document in an easily opened format (.doc, .pdf, etc.) or scanning hand written work. InterPro does not require students to have access to a scanner; however, many students do have access to one and use it to submit homework online. When assignments are submitted to MEonline, an email message is sent to both the instructor and the student submitting the homework files.
Faxing Assignments
Faxing assignments is generally not recommended, as the received copy is often illegible.
Mailed Submission
If the instructor requires students to mail in their homework, it should be sent to InterPro via express mail. Do not use standard mail as it cannot be tracked nor delivery confirmed. If you are sending a paper copy of your assignment, it should be sent to:
Shannon L. Rolston
Michigan Interdisciplinary & Professional Engineering
2121 Bonisteel
273 Chrysler Center
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2092
Phone: (734) 647-7188
Assignment Return
Students who are enrolled online will have their homework scanned and returned electronically.
Exams
Currently most exams are still paper-based, but depending upon the course some exams will be given online. Site Coordinators and proctors are responsible for scheduling and facilitating exams at the individual sites. InterPro sends Site Coordinators or proctors the pertinent information needed to administer the exam (e.g.: time limits, open book/closed book, allowable references, etc.). Site Coordinators or proctors are responsible for receiving and administering the exam, timing, collecting, copying, and returning the exams to CPD via Express mail.
Exams are given during the regular class time and specific exam dates are determined at the beginning of the semester *Any variations from this schedule must be approved by the instructor.*All students at the site must take the exam at the same time. Necessary work schedule adjustments should be made early in the semester so that all students can take the exam on the designated exam day. Exams may only be returned to InterPro through the Site Coordinator or proctor, not individually by the student.
If a student has an unavoidable conflict with an exam date, he or she should discuss special arrangements with the instructor and Site Coordinator. Alternate exam dates are sometimes granted at an individual professor's discretion, but there is no guarantee that an alternate exam date can be given. It is University policy that make-up exams must be taken before the assigned exam date, not after it. Arrangements for a non-student proctor must be made if the Site Coordinator is unable to administer the exam. If the student is taking an exam online, a proctor is not required.
College of Engineering Honor Code
Students must comply with the College of Engineering Honor Code and sign the honor pledge on each exam. All students should read the Honor Code in full at the beginning of the term. The students, faculty and administrators of the College of Engineering believe that living under the guidance of the Honor Code contributes to the success of engineers from the University of Michigan. The Honor Code outlines certain standards for ethical conduct. Each student taking courses in the College of Engineering is subject to the tenets of the Honor Code. See Honor Code http://www.engin.umich.edu/students/bulletin/rules/#honor
20. Faculty Office Hours
CPD students may call the professor during scheduled office hours. Students may also communicate with the professor by e-mail or fax. Professors provide their e-mail address on the course syllabus within MEonline. Some faculty establish office hours especially for InterPro students. Review sessions via videoconference or online conference can also be arranged in advance with faculty by InterPro staff.
21. MEonline Course Communication, Discussion, Conferencing
There are several ways for instructors and students to interact with each other.
MEonline Message Section
InterPro will create an MEonline account for each student and will add them to the MEonline courses they are enrolled in. MEonline students will have access to course material, lectures and class communication the the MEonline website: http://meonline.engin.umich.edu/ with features that include:
-Course Description, Syllabus & Class Schedule
-File posting, Assignments, Lecture Notes, etc.
-Communication: Email, Discussion Board
-Lecture File
-Gradebook & Testing
All students and instructors email address's are listed. Sending email messages through MEonline is an efficient way to communicate with the course instructor and Graduate Student Instructors (GSI's). InterPro also creates an email group in this section for all of the off-campus students. See MEonline Resources
Project team groups can also be created by the instructor in this section. Located at the bottom of the Individual E-mail list (or within the Group E-mail function) you can send a e-mail to any group you are a member of. By default, a log will be generated by MEonline of all e-mails you send. Please keep in mind that MEonline is not an e-mail client, instead it functions as an address book. E-mail sent through MEonline will be received in your own inbox outside of MEonline. Through these groups project teams can easily communicate with members of their group as well as share files within MEonline that are only viewable in the member of that group.
MEonline Discussion Section
Allows students in a course to participate in a synchronous (anytime), threaded discussions. If the instructor chooses to use this section, he or she will post messages in the Discussion section under a particular topic for anyone enrolled in the course to read.
This is a great place to discuss issues or ideas at length. Postings in discussion areas tend to be more formal, thorough and organized than in-person or live discussions (in chat or on the phone). You can track the progression of a discussion by clicking on the original thread and reading through all of the replies. You have a choice on how you would like to view your discussion threads, either one at a time or all at once. To change this setting, click on "Courses" from within any course. Then click on "Preferences". Select "Edit User Interface". At the bottom of this window, you will see the option labeled "Number of Discussions to View". Set this to "All" and click 'Update" when you are done.
MEonline Conferencing
Many instructors schedule synchronous web conference meetings as a medium for exam reviews or project presentation. Some industry partners use programs such as WebEx. The University of Michigan has a license for the Centra conferencing program. InterPro will provide students with the information needed to participate in a web conference, if needed in your course.
22. Course Software, Computer System Requirements, Computer Account, Email Access, Internet Access
Course Software
Access to computer software is required for some engineering graduate courses. InterPro will inform students of the required software for each distance learning course with their course registration email sent prior to the beginning of the semester.
Many employer companies have already purchased licenses for engineering software programs which employees can use. Some companies designate special computers for educational purposes.
Students can also purchase inexpensive student versions of some commercial software (e.g.: Matlab/Simulink). Call InterPro for information regarding specific course software, if you have questions at 734-647-2000
Some faculty members provide customized proprietary software for students enrolled in their courses. InterPro will notify students when this is the case.
CPD highly recommends that students enrolled in graduate courses delivered off-campus adhere to minimum computer requirements to perform class duties and to access courses though MEonline. MEonline is web-based courseware application that allows instructors to post course related information for students and conduct courses online in a secure environment. There are a variety of features including threaded discussions, video streaming, shared files, messaging, etc. CPD will be employing ME online to enhance many of the distance learing courses this semester.
Computer System Requirements
Software requirements vary on a course-by-course basis, but to participate and engage in U of M engineering courses, students should have access to the following:
- A PC with at least Windows 2000 or a Macintosh running Mac OS9 or higher
- At least 1256 MB of Ram
- 250 MB of hard disk space available* CD-ROM
University of Michigan Computer Account
All registered student (not auditors) are assigned a U of M Student ID number after you have confirmed you intent to enroll. Within 10-12 days AFTER classes start you will receive an email with your OTID (one-time identifier) and instructions on how to set up your Uniqname and Password, which give the student access to the University's computing system. A U of M computer account will allow you to:
- Access your grades and academic records
- Access the internet for mail, file transfer, and web browsing
- Store files on a U of M server
- Access restricted web pages and U of M digital libraries
Email Access
Email has become the primary means of communication on most university campuses. InterPro requires all off-campus students to have access to email and provide InterPro with a preferred email address through which all communication will occur. Students can use a commercial provider, free web-based e-mail services, or obtain email access through a University of Michigan computer account. Course email groups are established through MEonline so that faculty can communicate efficiently with all students in their class, and students can communicate with each other and within project teams.
Internet Access
- High-speed internet connection (cable modem or DSL) for streaming video
- Internet Service Provider (ISP). As noted in the previous section, Internet Service is provided
- free when you sign up for a U of M student computer account
- Internet Explorer 4.0 or greater, or Netscape 4.0 or greater
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (download from Adobe)
23. Email Access, Grade Reports, Grade Requests, Wolverine Access, Interpretation of Grades
Grade Reports
Currently all grade information is *handled by the University of Michigan Registrar's Office.*Due to the off-campus delayed schedule, most distance learning students? grades are submitted after the semester deadlines, so there is a slight delay in processing.
The University does notsend out grade reports unless requested. A student can request a copy of the grade from the Registrar Registrar select Option 1, or check online through Wolverine Access at Wolverine Access and click on Student Business.
Students should address questions about grades directly to the professor or teaching assistant. If a student has difficulty obtaining the necessary information, they should contact theInterPro office at (734)647-7200.
Faxing a Grade Request
You may request your grade via fax. To do this, fax a signed request to the Registrars Office, 734-764-5556. The request should include: the student's name and UMID number, the course name and number, the section number, the semester the course was taken, and the *student's signature.*The Registrar will mail a copy of the academic grade report to the student's home address. The Transcript Order form is available on the Office of the Registrar website Registrar
Wolverine Access
You can also obtain a copy of your Academic Report using Wolverine Access - Wolverine Access (Student Business) Wolverine Access is a UM website that allows students to view their student records. In order to access Wolverine you must have a UM Uniqname and Password. For information on getting a UM Uniqname and password please see the section on UM Computer Accounts in the section "computer, library & on-campus".
Navigating Wolverine Access
1. From main menu, click on "Student Business"
2. Enter your "Kerbos Uniqname" and " Password" (see Technical Requirement of Off-campus students, section 17, in the Student Handbook)
3. In the "Academic Record" section, click on "View Grades"
4. Click on desired term
Interpretation of Grades
The term grade point average and the cumulative grade point average are computed for each student at the end of each term and become part of his/her academic record. The following are grades that students should take note of:
"ED" or "NR" or "E"
Means that University records show that the student did not officially drop the course. If the student did submit the forms before the last day to drop a class, she/he should call CPD to rectify the situation. If the student did not submit the forms before the deadline, the student's permanent transcript will reflect an "ED" or "NR" for the course, which will be considered the same as an "E" in computing the term and cumulative grade averages. A grade of "E" means that the student did not complete the requirements for the course and failed.
"A" grade of "Y"
Means that the length of the course extends beyond University deadlines. CPD encourages instructors to give students "Y" grades when off-campus schedules prevent grades from meeting University deadlines. Instructors submit Supplementary Grade Reports to replace "Y" grades, unless the student has not completed the course requirements in a timely fashion.
*A grade of "I"
On a student's transcript means "Incomplete." When the student completes all of the requirements for the course, including all homework and exams, the instructor submits a Supplementary Grade Report to add the official grade. The "I" plus the grade become part of the students permanent academic record. If the student has not completed all the requirements for the course, s/he should speak to the professor directly about completion arrangements. Students have a finite time period to complete requirements for a course. An "I" grade automatically becomes an "E" at the end of the academic year if work is not completed.
24. Course Changes, Dropping Course
The University of Michigan keeps a student's original address on file until a formal request for change is made by the student. Students with internet access may change their address using Wolverine Access- Wolverine Access click on Student Business or students may fax a signed letter requesting the change of address to:
Records & Enrollment
Office of the Registrar
University of Michigan
LS& A Building
500 S. State Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1382
Fax the request to: 734-936-3148
To avoid delays or lost records students should also inform CPD of any address change.
A student who was previously enrolled at the U of M as a nonresident will need to fill
out a Residency Petition. Also, any student who has lived in Michigan less than three
years will need to fill out a Residency Petition. These petitions must be filed by the end of
the first month of the admitted term, (e.g., September 30 for the Fall semester, January 31
for the Winter semester). For a Residency Petition call the Residency Office at 734-764-1400. Forms and information are available from the Office of the Registrar Registrar - See Residency Guidelines information.
Dropping Courses
Each semester the dates for dropping, adding and withdrawing from courses along with the financial implications of these dates. Students considering dropping a course should pay particular attention to drop dates in order to minimize financial implications. If a student must make a change in status, bothInterPro and the student's designated Site Coordinator must be notified. Changes will be accepted by CPD through e-mail, fax or written formats. Note: written validation must be received by the student for varification that changes have been made. If a written confirmation has NOT been received from InterPro, students should assume there has been no change in their status in the University information system. Drop dates are non-negotiable in determining associated fees and student status.
If a student is registered for two courses in one semester and drops only one course after the first drop date, the University will notrefund the tuition for the dropped course. Tuition is only refunded when a student withdraws from the University for a semester.
25. Billing Industry Partner, Individual Student Billing, Vouchers
Companies are billed directly after the last day to drop classes (late October in fall semester, late February in winter). Sponsored students should not receive bills directly. Students who receive bills should fax them immediately to the attention of Felicia Becker atInterPro for a student account investigation. Student accounts are credited through a financial transaction administered by the Center for Professional Development. Any questions regarding billing should be directed to Felicia Becker, Fax:734 647-2243, email:frbec@umich.edu or call 734-647-7024.
Individual Student Billing
Students not enrolled at a corporate partner site will be charged in the following way:
1. Students will be charged distance learning tuition: either the in-state or
out-of-state rate, as appropriate.
2. The University will bill the student directly for all tuition and fees. The student
will be responsible to the University for payment when invoiced.
Direct questions to Felicia Becker, email: frbec@umich.edu or call 734-647-7024.
Vouchers
Students whose companies pay for tuition and fees through vouchers must fax the voucher (email attachment is okay) to attention of Felicia Becker atInterPro within the FIRST TWO WEEKS OF THE SEMESTER. If vouchers are not received in a timely fashion, students will be billed directly by the University.
Felicia Becker
InterPro Off-Campus Education Programs
2121 Bonisteel Blvd.
273 Chrysler Center
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2092
Telephone: 734-647-7024
FAX Vouchers to (734)647-2243
26. Student Course Evaluations, Graduation Application, Graduation Ceremony
Student Course Evaluations (both mid-term and final) are posted on MEonline. Students are sent an email message informing them when the Course Evaluations are available and we ask that all students complete the Course Evaluation and submit on MEonline. The evaluations are anonymous and only the comments are only seen by the professors andInterPro administers. Course Evaluations are used by InterPro to better our services through student feedback. We also encourage students to communicate comments, problems and questions by contacting CPD at 734-647-2000.
Graduation Application, Graduation Commencement
Once students have fulfilled course requirements necssary for graduation, they should go to Wolverine Access at: http://wolverineaccess.umich.edu/ Student Business, Apply for Graduation and completely fill out form and submit.
Graduation Commencement
Information for Winter or Spring, is available on the College of Engineering wet site at: http://www.engin.umich.edu/students/graduation/
27. U of M Library Resources
The University of Michigan Library has a proxy server which allows for remote access to journals and networked electronic resources. See ( www.lib.umich.edu). Click "Remote User Access" under the "Electronic Resources" heading. Some resources require authentication (students U of M Kerberos Uniqname and Password), other resources do not.
CPD has established a program with the Library's 7-FAST Document Service to provide off-campus students with copies of library documents, once the student has located them. 7-FAST order forms are available on the library site (http://www.lib.umich.edu/7fast/)
