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Degree Requirements
Degree Timelines
Laboratory and Shop Safety
MSE Graduate Program Procedures
Working as a Graduate Student
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The graduate degree that does not require an oral exam, unless a "creative component" is included in the program of study.
What is - THE MASTER OF ENGINEERING degree? The M. Eng. degree is generally a "coursework only" degree, and includes no credits for MSE 699/MSE 601 and no thesis work. See handbook for degree requirements.
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This form must be completed by the end of your second semester, but it is recommended to complete it as soon as possible. It is the guiding document for your specific program.
What is - the POSC FORM? The POSC form is available on AccessPlus. It should be completed in consultation with your Major Professor as early as possible. It can be changed as needed.
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The people responsible for maintaining safe conditions in the laboratories and performing activities safely.
Who are - ALL LABORATORY USERS?
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The guiding document for your degree program, specifying the courses to be taken and your program of study committee.
What is the POSC FORM? Note: The POSC form is accessible on AccessPlus. It should be completed during the first or second semester. Develop your plan as early as possible. It can be changed, as needed.
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The person who must approve any planned graduate student absences and/or vacations.
Who is your MAJOR PROFESSOR?
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The 1-credit pass/fail course that all M.S. and Ph.D. students must complete.
What is - GRST 565 "Responsible conduct of research"?
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For Ph.D. students, it is recommended that you complete your preliminary exam at this time.
What are the FOURTH OR FIFTH semester? This is not a requirement (and may vary), but this is a good target as you begin to plan your program. Refer to the MSE Graduate Handbook for details concerning the Ph.D. preliminary exam.
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Those activities that you might perform in a laboratory or shop that require pre-planning, EHS training, site specific training, and proper documentation.
What are - ALL ACTIVITIES? No laboratory or shop activities can be performed without proper training and documentation under an EHS Standard Operating Procedure.
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The faculty member with whom MS and PhD students perform research and to whom they generally report all academic progress.
Who is the MAJOR PROFESSOR? The Major Professor sponsors your research, helps you establish your program of study, guides and mentors you through your graduate program, and evaluates your performance.
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The person you should contact with issues regarding LOIs, tuition, or stipends?
Who is the GRADUATE PROGRAM COORDINATOR? Ellie Mendoza is the GPC. She is located in 2240 Hoover Hall and is your first point of contact for all administrative issues.
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All graduate students are required to maintain this minimum GPA for all graded coursework.
What is - 3.0? There are additional GPA requirements for Ph.D. students. Please refer to the MSE Graduate Handbook.
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How does a PhD student get admitted for candidacy?
By satisfactorily completing the five courses required by the Qualifying Standards.
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The place where graduate students begin to learn about the ISU Environmental Health and Safety Program, including training requirements and procedures.
What is the EHS NEW GRAD STUDENT ORIENTATION? 2016 dates - 8/12, 8/16, 8/18 - All: 8:30AM-12:30PM See: http://www.ehs.iastate.edu/my-eh-s/training/orientation
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Your main point of contact in the MSE main office. The person to whom you submit all forms needing the DOGE signature and forms to be submitted to the Graduate College.
Who is the ELLIE MENDOZA, the graduate program coordinator? All forms requiring the DOGE signature must be submitted to the GPC, who will work with the DOGE to confirm that requirements are satisfied. Signed forms can be picked up usually within 24 hours.
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The place where graduate students can schedule training or reserve time on MSE shared use instruments.
What is the MSE Instrument Use Calendar? MSE instruments and training can be scheduled online at: https://www.cypoint.iastate.edu/service/InstrumentationFacilities/MSE/SitePages/Home.aspx
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For Ph.D. students, the minimum grade required for each of the 5x0 core courses (MSE 510, 520, 530, 540).
What is a "B" (not "B-"). See handbook for additional requirements.
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For Ph.D. students, this is the amount of time that must elapse between the Preliminary Oral Exam and the Final Oral Exam.
What is - at least 6 MONTHS?
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Who is responsible for ensuring that a graduate student laboratory worker has obtained appropriate training and understands all applicable procedures.
Who are the STUDENT and the MAJOR PROFESSOR. The major professor will work closely with the student to assess the scope of work to be performed, identify the associated hazards, formulate a training plan, provide additional site-specific training.
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The document that outlines all MSE Graduate Program requirements, policies, and procedures.
What is - the MSE GRADUATE PROGRAM HANDBOOK? The handbook is available on the MSE Website, and all students should become familiar with this document.
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Your point of contact for purchasing chemicals and/or lab equipment, etc.
Who are Dr. Gaoyuan Ouyang and Karen Knight? They can assist with placing orders. (Make sure that all purchases have been approved by your major professor first.)
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What MSE students are required to take GRST 565?
ALL MSE STUDENTS
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The deadline for declaring a minor or second major for PhD students?
What is - the date of the Preliminary Oral Examination?
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Your main contact person in MSE - for questions regarding safety or for reporting any potential safety concerns.
Who is GAOYUAN OUYANG? (The MSE teaching lab and department safety coordinator)
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These forms are used to report your academic and research progress each semester.
What is the SEMESTER PROGRESS REPORT? Semester progress reports must be submitted by 5pm on the first day of final exam week. They are submitted through the MSE Graduate Program Blackboard site. They will be reviewed by your Major Professor and the DOGE.
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Your points of contact for IT support.
What are 1. solution@iastate.edu 2. msetech@iastate.edu ?