Plebe AdvisingAA/SS Session

Class of 2019

• Introductions

Welcome!

• Learn your fall semester schedules• Introduce Plebe Academic

Handbook• Discuss academic expectations• Review strategies for academic

success• Discuss where to go for help• Provide information on USNA’s

majors• Questions

Goals for Today

Fall Semester Schedules

MIDS

• https://mids.usna.edu at USNA

• https://midsweb.usna.edu off the yard access

• Pre-register and register for classes• Get your class schedule• Get your professors’ schedules• Get final exam schedule• Query grades and other academic

info• Provide excusals for absences• Compare matrices for majors• Read MAPRs … and more!

What can I use MIDS for?

See Your Schedule in MIDS

Your ScheduleMay say

STAFF

Lab TimeClass

TimeClass Room

Lab Room

No scheduled

classes

Days of the Week• M=Monday• T=Tuesday• W=Wenesday• R=Thursday• F=Friday

Schedule Codes

Buildings• CH = Chauvenet • LC = Levy Center• LJ = Lejeune• LU = Luce• MD = Macdonough• MA = Mahan• MI = Michelson• MT = Mitscher (Laboon Center)

• MU = Maury• NI = Nimitz• RI = Rickover• SA = Sampson

Sampson Hall(English, History)

Michelson Hall

(Chemistry)

Chauvenet Hall

(Math)

Luce Hall(Leadership, Seamanship)

Daily Schedule

Pd Duration Pd Duration1 0755-0845

8 0755-09102 0855-09453 0955-1045

9 0955-11104 1055-11455 1330-1420

10 1330-14456 1430-15207 1530-1620

50 min periods

75 min periods

7th period rarely used(some long labs)

Weekly Schedule (Table View)

• Schedules can change right up to the first day of classes

• Use MIDS to check on your schedule just before classes begin

Caution

• In what building do most Math classes meet?

• In what building do mostEnglish classes meet?

• What is one of your 3-hour courses?

• What is one of your 4-hour courses?

• How many “open” periods do you have in a week?

Questions about Schedules …

• This handbook contains important very helpful information.

• It is available online”• USNA Homepage Academics

Plebe Academic Handbook

Plebe Academic Handbook

• Academic Calendar– Preregistration– Academic Reserve (Exam) Periods – 6 and 12 week grade submission

dates– Registration

• Academic departments, locations and phone numbers,

• Help with academic problems

• Computers– Using MIDS – Getting help or getting it fixed

• Attendance Requirements• Computation of Grades• Academic Honors, Deficiencies,

Academic Board, Special Opportunities

• USNA Statement on Plagiarism

• You are expected to be professional toward and responsive to faculty members

• Courtesies in Addressing Faculty members– Military and Civilian Faculty– Address Faculty by their appropriate title – avoid generic “Mr.”/”Mrs.”/”Ms.”

• “Prof”/”Professor” – Assistant/Associate/Full Professors• “Dean” – Assistant/Associate/Academic Dean & Provost• Military Titles

Academic Expectations

• Effort– Be prepared for class (read ahead)– Turn in quality work (neat and on

time)– Show interest (even if it may be

difficult)– Show respect to professor and

classmates

• Communication– About how to make up missed work– About what to do when you need help

Academic Expectations

• On the first day of class, most faculty members will tell you specific expectations

• Pay attention to stated preferences, pet peeves, etc.

• Read each Course Policy Statement for information on– Course objectives, requirements, etc.– Homework Policy– Test Policy– Grading Policy

Academic Expectations

• More competition for your time• Faster pace• Higher expectations

– Analytical or critical thinking skills– Writing skills– Mathematical skills

• Greater freedom (+/-)– More time between quizzes or major

assignments– Faculty members expect you to be

responsible

Academics at USNA will likely differ from your previous experience(s)

• So many things to do …• So little time …• So what?

Time Management

from https://malenadugroup.wordpress.com/

Typical 4/C Weekly Schedule

NS101

SC111

FP130

SM131 NL110 SM131 SM131

FP130 FP130

HE111 HE111 HE111

SC111 SC111

SC111

SC111

NS101

NS101

NL110

How many hours

should I be studying?

Guideline:2 hours for each hour in class.

When will I find the time?

Free Periods(10 hrs)

Study Pds(18 hrs)

Weekends(10 hrs)

Physical Mission Period

Home Football Game

Forrestal Lecture

19 hours in class.

Need ~ 38 study hours.

1. Sit in the front row and pay attention in class.2. Start working hard the very first day. Don't fall behind.3. Stay awake. Stand if necessary.4. Review all the assignments before going to class; skim for major

points then read for details.5. Make sure you grasp basic concepts as you go along. Ask questions

about what you don't understand.6. Participate in class. Don't let anything go by that you don't

understand.7. Learn from questions asked by others. Pay attention to what is going

on.8. Take good notes in class. Class notes help you understand what the

professor wants.9. Be sure to copy down problem types and examples given in class.10. Organize your notes as soon as possible after class. Fill in the

blanks.11. Arrange for extra instruction (EI) if you start falling behind or, as you

become confused. Go at the first sign of difficulty.12. Study and review with others. Begin your review for exams at least

one week before the exam date.13. Study subjects you like later than the ones you don't.

Tips for Success at USNAA Baker’s Dozen

• Calculus, Chemistry, Physics, Statics, Dynamics, EE, Boats, Steam, Weapons, Navigation….

• Rule 1: Always do your class assignments

• Rule 2: Be an active Participant during class

When all else fails, see Rule 1

Technical/Problem Solving Courses

• History, Poly Sci, English, Leadership, Ethics, Naval Science

• SQ3R System– Survey– Question– Read– Recite– Review

Non-Technical Courses

Repeat

• How much should I study?• Where should I study?• What about group study?• Should I take notes? How?• How do I get EI?• How should I prepare for EI?• How should I prepare for tests?

Questions about Study Skills

• Getting in trouble• Getting back out

What if I need help?

from http://www.slideshare.net/Launchyourgenius/16-ideas-on-creativity-and-life-from-dr-seuss

At USNA, an Academic Deficiency is when a midshipman …• has a semester QPR below 1.50• fails two or more courses in one semester• fails any course after having failed two or more courses previously. • fails to earn a 2.00 in summer school• fails to remove probation.• fails to fulfill any condition as prescribed by the Academic Board as

the result of a previous deficiency• fails to successfully complete all requirements for graduation by

the end of that semester in which you are scheduled to graduate • falls two or more courses behind the number of courses required

by the end of a given semester according to that major's matrix. • fails to achieve the required standards in prescribed summer

training• is deficient in physical education at the end of a semester or

receives failing grades in conduct and military performance• fails a remedial course such as HE101, SM005 or HE344

Any one of these conditions triggers an Academic Board (“AcBoard”)

Academic Deficiency

• START EARLY — as soon as you think you need it.• EI — The first resort! Call, email or visit your professor.• Ask other mids — But don’t just copy their work.• MGSP — Group Study led by a mid. A process, not a quick

fix.• Department Resources:

– Chemistry Resource Center: MI100– Math Lab: CH130– Writing Center: Nimitz Library

• Academic Center– Learning Skills Program– Extra Help Classes

(Math, Chemistry, Physics)– Evening Tutoring

• Chaplains, MDC, Medical

Getting Help

• Classes Begin: 24 Aug• Pre-registration: 12 – 19 Sep

– You must meet with your advisor first to get approval for your spring courses

– We’ll be sending you email and arranging meetings

What’s Next?

• This is your college education• You will need to work hard but you

can succeed• Your instructors are pulling for you• Get organized, challenge yourself

and have some fun!

Closing Thoughts

Division of Engineering and Weapons

Division of Mathematics and Science

Division of Humanities and Social Sciences

EAS: Aerospace Engineering SCH: Chemistry FLA: Arabic

EEE: Electrical Engineering SCS: Computer Science FLC: Chinese

ECE: Computer Engineering SCY: Cyber Operations FEQ: Economics

EGE: General Engineering SGS: General Science FPS: Political Science

EME: Mechanical Engineering SIT: Information Technology HEG: English

ENM: Naval Arch & Marine Eng SMA: Mathematics HHS: History

ENR: Nuclear Engineering SMO: Operations Research

EOE: Ocean Engineering SOC: Oceanography

ESE: System Engineering SPH: Physics

SQE: Quantitative Economics

USNA Majors

SM221P

Course Numbering

Unique Course Identifier

Typical Variants:P – Plebe A – Additional helpS – HonorsV – ValidatorsX – International Mids

Division:E – EngineeringS – Math & ScienceH – History / EnglishF – Poly Sci / Econ / LanguagesN – Pro Dev / Officer DevP – Phys Ed

Nominal Year:1 – 4/c2 – 3/c3 – 2/c4 – 1/c

Engineering:A – Aero/AstroC – ComputerE – ElectricalM – MechanicalN – Naval/OceanR – NuclearS – Systems

Math & Science:C – ChecmistryI – Computer SciM – MathO – OceanographyP – Physics

Hum & Soc Sci:E – Econ or EnglishH – HistoryP – Political ScienceX – Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian or Spanish

FALLCalculus I SM121 4-0-4

(4 cr)

Chemistry I SC111 3-2-4(4 cr)

English I HE111 3-0-3(3 cr)

U.S. Government FP130 3-0-3(3 cr)

Seamanship NS101 1-2-2(2 cr)

Leadership NL110 2-0-2(2 cr)

P.E. PE101/ PE111

1-0-0(0 cr)

6 Courses + PE 18 Credits20 Contact Hrs

Typical Plebe Year

SPRINGCalculus II SM122 4-0-4

(4 cr)

Chemistry II SC112 3-2-4(4 cr)

English II HE112 3-0-3(3 cr)

U.S. Naval History HH104 3-0-3(3 cr)

Cyber I SI110 2-2-3(3 cr)

P.E. PE102 1-0-0(0 cr)

5 Courses + PE 17 Credits19 Contact Hrs

Mathematics (SM)

FALLPre-Calculus SM005 4-1-4

(4 cr)

Calculus I SM121 4-0-4(4 cr)

Calculus I SM131 3-0-3(3 cr)

Calculus II SM122 4-0-4(4 cr)

Calculus II SM122S 4-0-4(4 cr)

Multivar Calc w/Review SM122X 4-0-4

(4 cr)

Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221P 4-0-4(4 cr)

SPRINGCalculus I SM121 4-0-4

(4 cr)

Calculus II SM122 4-0-4(4 cr)

Calculus II SM122 4-0-4(4 cr)

Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221 4-0-4(4 cr)

Calc III w/ Vector Fields SM221S 4-0-4(4 cr)

Multivar Calc w/Inf Series SM221X 4-0-4

(4 cr)

Differential Equations SM212P 4-0-4(4 cr)

We offer courses in seven (7) languages:• Arabic• Chinese • Japanese• Russian• French• German• SpanishMidshipmen can major in Arabic and ChineseMidshipmen can minor in any of our 7 languages

Languages

Language validation exams will occur during the fall and spring semesters.

Some optional language validation exams will be available on 28-29 July for those midshipmen with several other (e.g., SM, HE, etc.) validations who wish to be placed in a higher-level language course during 4/C year.

GradesA=Excellent 90-100 4 Quality Points

B=Good 80-89 3 Quality Points

C=Satisfactory 70-79 2 Quality Points

D=Marginally Passing 60-69 1 Quality Point

F=Failing Below 60 0 Quality Points

Grades

EXAMPLEGRADE COURSE QPTs HOURSA SC111 4 4 16B SM121 3 4 12A FP130 4 3 12A HE111 4 3 12C SI110 2 3 6

TOTAL 17 58 QPR= 58/17= 3.41

Progress Reports: 6 weeks and 12 weeks

End of Semester:QPR and CQPR assigned;

PRT & PE Grades,Aptitude & Conduct Grades.

CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER

MINIMUM = 15 HOURS

MAXIMUM = APPROXIMATELY 22 HOURS

AVERAGE = 17 HOURS

Credits

Lectures per Week Lab Hours Credits

Chemistry Course -SC111 3 2 4

Calculus I - SM121 4 0 4

Seamanship - NS101 1 2 2