All first year students must complete Placement Exams!
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Newly Admitted Materials Science & Engineering Students
- Step 1: Complete Aggie 101
- All incoming freshmen and transfer students must complete Aggie 101. This online program will provide essential information and introduce you to key resources at UC Davis. Aggie 101 will be accessible starting mid-May for first year students and mid-June for transfer students.
- Step 2: Complete Aggie Advising Modules in Canvas
- All incoming freshmen and transfer students must also complete the Aggie Advising Modules in Canvas. During this module you will review how your AP/IB or community college credit counts at UC Davis and learn how to select courses and build a balanced schedule for your first quarter. You'll also find resources and tips to help you navigate the university, explore your interests, and ensure your first quarter is a success. More information will be provided after Aggie 101 opens.
- Step 3: Attend an Advising Session
First Year Students:
The Materials Science and Engineering Undergraduate Advising team will be hosting virtual advising workshops for incoming students between early July and early August. You must complete Aggie 101 and your Aggie Advising Module in canvas before attending a workshop.
Workshops will cover:
- First quarter schedule
- Course placement based on placement tests, AP/IB credit, etc.
- Introduction to advising in the department and resources available
- FAQs
Transfer Students:Your personalized schedule will be created on Oasis and a major checklist will be uploaded to OASIS by July 15th.
Go to OASIS > Advising Record > Major Checklist PDF to view your individualized checklist.
Go to OASIS > Forms & Petitions > First Quarter Plan to view your individualized 1st quarter plan.
All Incoming Students:
If you have additional questions that were not covered in Aggie 101 ior Aggie Advising, your major advisors will be offering appointments throughout the summer. An appointment is not required.
Appointments will be available for students beginning July 15th!
How to Schedule an Appointment:
- Visit the appointment system and login with your UC Davis ID and Passphrase
- Select "Chemical/Materials Science and Engineering" for the calendar to see our availability. You will not be able to see our availability if you have not completed Aggie 101 and your Aggie Advising Modules. Please note that appointments will not start until July 15th.
- Once you have confirmed your information, you will be shown a calendar with available appointments. Choose the day and time that works for you. You may need to click forward to additional weeks for open appointments depending on demand.
- A confirmation email will be sent to your UC Davis email account. All appointments will be held via Zoom.- Step 4: Register for Courses
- After you’ve planned out your first quarter, you should be ready to register for courses using Schedule Builder during your assigned pass time. Watch this video to learn more about Schedule Builder.
- Step 5: Attend Aggie Orientation
- Sign up for Aggie Orientation. This program is your opportunity to start building community networks of support, find resources, and begin your life on campus.
Prepare for Your Advising Session
- Review the information in Aggie 101 and Aggie Advising
- You must have completed Aggie 101 and the Aggie Advising modules before scheduling an appointment with us. We recommend reviewing the information again before your appointment.
Incoming Transfer Students: Please review your personalized schedule in OASIS before scheduling an appointment.
Are you considering a different major in the College of Engineering? Click here to learn about other departments within our college. - Additional Information for CHMS Advising
- We encourage you to learn more about our office and academic advising by visiting our Advising website and Student Resources page!
Helpful Links for Students
The CHMS Advising team can only assist with questions pertaining to academic requirements for Materials Science and Engineering majors. Below are links to other resources and offices on campus that may be helpful in answering other questions you have. Please reach out to their offices if you have questions.