Engineering

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RSVP to Shadow in Engineering 

Thursday, October 17, 2024

7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Computer Science

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RSVP to Shadow in Computer Science

Thursday, October 17, 2024

7:30 am - 3:30 pm

ROTC Programs

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RSVP to Shadow in ROTC 

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

12:00 am - 6:30 pm

Shadow Day 2024 RSVP Open September 1st - 27th

Maps, Directions, and Parking

Sample of Shadow Day Event Details:

What:

In addition to organized activities, high school students interested in engineering or computer science are paired with an NACOE student to experience college life and engage with a near peer mentor. 

Date:

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Time:

7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Starting Location:

Montana State University - Bozeman

Norm Asbjornson Hall

Inspiration Hall (Rm 201 - Second floor, East end)

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Printable Campus Map

Lunch:

Pizza and Soda will be provided between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm. 

ROTC Programs Information will be available here.

Brief Agenda:

7:30 am   Meet, Match & Class

8:00 am   Shadow Experience

  • Attend classes
  • Explore NACOE complex
  • Play a board game simulating a college semester

11:00 am  College Dynamics Activity (By Tau Beta Pi)

11:30 am  Lunch & College Simulation Games

1:10 pm   Immersive Experience in engineering or computing

2:10 pm   The Places You're Going Activity (By ePALS & Tau Beta Pi)

3:00 pm   Closing and Feedback

3:30 pm   Event Conclusion

Subject Areas to Explore

Shadow Day is mostly about getting a feel for being a college student. We will do our best to match you with an engineering or computer science student in a major you're interested in - but be open to learning about an area you may not have considered. These are the majors under our college: 

NACOE Programs

  • Biomedical Engineering

Chemical & Biological Engineering

  • Biological Engineering (Pre-med Option with this major)
  • Chemical Engineering (Pre-med Option with this major)

Civil Engineering

  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction Engineering Technology
  • Environmental Engineering

Electrical & Computer Engineering

  • Computer Engineering (hardware)
  • Electrical Engineering

Computer Science (Software)

  • Computer Science (software)
  • Computer Science (arts)
  • Data Science (starting Falll 2024)

Mechancial & Industrial Engineering

  • Financial Engineering
  • Industrial & Management Systems Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology

Explore Engineering and Computer Science

Visit these websites to learn about engineering disciplines and the Grand Challenges facing the 21st Century Engineer before you decide which area interests you most.

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21st Century Grand Challenges for Engineers (will open in a new window)

For questions, email coedeansoffice@montana.edu.

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