What is Course 2A MIT?
Course 2-A is a twist on the original Course 2 mechanical engineering degree, allowing a customizable curriculum in which students can hone in on their personal interests, such as robotics, entrepreneurship, or energy. Explore Course 2-A.
Do people double major at MIT?
MIT does allow double majors for students who have a cumulative GPA of at least 4.0 (students with lower GPAs are reviewed on a case by case basis). You must also have completed at least three terms, including one in a department with the declared major.
What is a concentration at MIT?
A concentration in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) simply consists of any three STS Tier I or Tier II Subjects. A concentration can become a minor by adding three additional subjects (one of which must be STS.
How are MIT courses numbered?
Credit hours are represented by three numbers separated by dashes (for example, 3-3-6). First is the number of units assigned for class time (lecture and/or recitation); second, the number of units for laboratory, design, or fieldwork; and third, the number of units for preparation.
Why does MIT have a HASS requirement?
The HASS Requirement provides you with opportunities to deepen your knowledge in a variety of cultural and disciplinary areas, practice critical thinking, and develop vital skills while trying something new.
What is MIT Course 13?
The Department of Ocean Engineering was established as the Department of Naval Architecture in 1893 and designated as Course XIII. The course offered instruction in the theory and methods of designing and building ships.
What is the engineering course 2-A concentration?
The Engineering, Course 2-A concentration consists of 72 units of upper-level subjects (with the exception of the REST subject) that have a coherent focus. Students choose these subjects in consultation with the Engineering, Course 2-A Coordinator, Professor Sangbae Kim ([email protected]), and their Engineering, Course 2-A track advisor.
Can I concentrate on more than one subject at MIT?
You may use one subject for both the Distribution and Concentration components of the HASS Requirement with permission from your Concentration advisor. You may concentrate and minor in the same field. Consult with the Concentration advisor for other languages if you would like to concentrate in a language not taught at MIT.
Can I take a Hass subject and a 2-A concentration subject?
*Note: no subject may count as both a HASS and a 2-A concentration subject. Including a HASS subject in your concentration is only allowed if you take extra HASS subjects.
How do I apply to double major at MIT?
To apply for a double major, please submit a petition to the Committee on Curricula after completing at least three terms at MIT, including at least one in the department of one of the majors.