The following requirements have been approved by the Standing Subcommittee on Retention and Transfer:

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Minor in Dance (DANCE)
Add the following entrance requirement to the Arts and Architecture Dance minor --effective Summer Session 2001:

Major in Agriculture and Extension Education, B.S. degree (AEE)

A student wishing to gain entrance into a specific teacher certification program must consult an adviser representing that program in order to be fully informed about the implementation details of the following entrance criteria:

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Add entrance to major requirements to the following School of Engineering & Engineering Technology majors at Behrend College--effective Spring Semester 2002:

Major in Computer Engineering, B.S. degree (CENBD)

In addition to the Carnegie unit and minimum GPA requirements described by University policies, all students applying for entrance to any of the engineering majors at Behrend college must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA by the end of the semester prior to applying for entrance to the major and have completed, with a minimum grade of C: CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and PHYSICS 211 GN(4). These courses must be completed by the end of the semester during which the admission to major process is carried out.

Major in Electrical Engineering, B.S. degree (EE BD)

In addition to the Carnegie unit and minimum GPA requirements described by University policies, all students applying for entrance to any of the engineering majors at Behrend college must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA by the end of the semester prior to applying for entrance to the major and have completed, with a minimum grade of C: CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and PHYSICS 211 GN(4). These courses must be completed by the end of the semester during which the admission to major process is carried out.

Major in Electrical Engineering Technology, B.S. degree (EETBD)

In addition to the Carnegie unit and minimum GPA requirements described by University policies, all students applying for entrance to any of the engineering majors at Behrend college must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA by the end of the semester prior to applying for entrance to the major and have completed, with a minimum grade of C: CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and PHYSICS 211 GN(4). These courses must be completed by the end of the semester during which the admission to major process is carried out.

Major in Mechanical Engineering, B.S. degree (ME BD)

In addition to the Carnegie unit and minimum GPA requirements described by University policies, all students applying for entrance to any of the engineering majors at Behrend college must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA by the end of the semester prior to applying for entrance to the major and have completed, with a minimum grade of C: CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and PHYSICS 211 GN(4). These courses must be completed by the end of the semester during which the admission to major process is carried out.

Major in Mechanical Engineering Technology, B.S. degree (METBD)

In addition to the Carnegie unit and minimum GPA requirements described by University policies, all students applying for entrance to any of the engineering majors at Behrend college must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA by the end of the semester prior to applying for entrance to the major and have completed, with a minimum grade of C: CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and PHYSICS 211 GN(4). These courses must be completed by the end of the semester during which the admission to major process is carried out.

Major in Software Engineering Technology , B.S. degree (SE BD)

Admission Requirements for Transfer Students: Applicants should have completed most of their first two years of college as well as the Entry to Major Requirements listed below with at least a 2.6 cumulative GPA (4.0 scale) for those students seeking admission for the 2001-2002 academic year; a 2.9 GPA for admission in 2002-2003; and a 3.0 GPA for the 2003-2004 academic year. The evaluation of prior college work is done on an individual basis by the Office of Enrollment Services at Penn State Harrisburg.

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Eberly College of Science
Entrance-to-College Requirements:

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Eberly College of Science in premajor (SCIEN) status, a student must have:

1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average.
2) Completed MATH 140 with a grade of C or better.

A student who meets the above mentioned requirements, but who has not demonstrated a comparable level of scholarship in other mathematics and science courses applicable to the programs of the College, is strongly encouraged to contact the; Eberly College of Science Academic Advising Center or other appropriate advising personnel for assistance.

Entrance-to-Major Requirements:

In order to be eligible for entrance to a major in the Eberly College of Science, a student must have:

1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average.
2) Completed MATH 140 with a grade of C or better.
3) Satisfied all additional academic requirements as specified by the major.

(Note: These additional academic requirements are listed in the Undergraduate Degree Programs Bulletin under the heading of the corresponding major.)

Add entrance to major requirements to the following Eberly College of Science majors--effective Summer Session 2001:

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Major in Astronomy and Astrophysics, B.S. degree (ASTRO)

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Major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.S. degree (B M B)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed CHEM 012 GN(3), CHEM 013 GN(3), CHEM 014 GN(1), and MATH 140 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Biology, B.S. degree (BIOL)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Biology major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed BIOL 110 GN(4), CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses. 3) Completed at least one of the following courses, BIOL 220W GN(4), 230W GN(4), or 240W GN(4), with a grade of C or better.

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Major in Biotechnology, B.S. degree (BIOTC)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Biotechnology major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed CHEM 012 GN(3), CHEM 013 GN(3), CHEM 014 GN(1), and MATH 140 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Chemistry, B.S. degree (CHEM)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Chemistry major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed CHEM 012 GN(3), CHEM 013 GN(3), CHEM 014 GN(1), CHEM 015 GN(1), CHEM 038(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), and MATH 231(2); earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses; and earned a combined grade point average of at least 2.50 in these courses. (Note: If courses are repeated, only the better grade will be used in this calculation.)

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Major in Mathematics, B.A. and B.S. degrees (MTHBA) (MTHBS)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Mathematics major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed MATH 140 GQ(4) and MATH 141 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Microbiology, B.S. degree (MICRB)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Microbiology major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed CHEM 012 GN(3), CHEM 013 GN(3), CHEM 014 GN(1), and MATH 140 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Physics, B.S. degree (PHYS)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Physics major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed CHEM 012 GN(3), MATH 140 GQ(4), MATH 141 GQ(4), PHYS 211 GN(4), and PHYS 212 GN(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Premedicine, B.S. degree (P M)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Premedicine major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed BIOL 110 GN(4), CHEM 012 GN(3), and MATH 140 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

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Major in Science, B.A. degree (SC BA)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Science major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed MATH 140 GQ(4) with a grade of C or better. 3) Completed at least two of the following courses, BIOL 110 GN(4); CHEM 012 GN(3); PHYS 211 GN(4) or PHYS 215 GN(4), with a grade of C or better.

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Major in Science, B.S. degree (SC BS) (SCIAB) (SCIAL) (SCIBL) (SCBUS)

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Science major, a student at any location must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed MATH 140 GQ(4) with a grade of C or better. 3) Completed at least two of the following courses, BIOL 110 GN(4); CHEM 012 GN(3); PHYS 211 GN(4) or PHYS 215 GN(4), with a grade of C or better.

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Major in Statistics, B.S. degree (STAT)

In order to be eligible for entrance into the Statistics major, a student must have: 1) Attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 2) Completed MATH 140 GQ(4) and MATH 141 GQ(4); and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS

GENERAL INFORMATION
Under rules promulgated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, certificates to teach in the public schools of the Commonwealth are issued only to those college graduates who have completed approved teacher education programs and are recommended for the certificates by the University’s certification officer, the dean of the College of education. The Colleges of Agricultural Sciences, Arts and Architecture, Commonwealth, Education, and Health and Human Development have been designated by the Board of Trustees as being responsible for the professional preparation of teachers and, accordingly, admit first year students into bachelor’s degree majors that satisfy academic requirements for certificates to teach all of the subjects offered in most elementary and secondary schools. These majors appear in the majors section of this bulletin, listed under each of the colleges mentioned.

Students enrolled in other Penn State colleges may also qualify for teacher certificates by completing the pertinent academic course work and field experiences in addition to the requirements of their academic majors. Students interested in pursuing such a set of dual objectives should consult with their academic advisers, must meet the special requirements listed below, and must consult with a representative of the University Certification Office, 228 Chambers Building, University Park campus (814-865-0488). This
consultation should occur as early as possible, prior to the junior year, so that eligibility criteria and scheduling sequences are reviewed with the candidate.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TEACHER CERTIFICATION CANDIDATES
Policies pertaining to the preparation of teachers, as approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Education and implemented by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, are published at <http://www.ed.psu.edu/edservices/certification/new_standards.htm> and are available in printed format at the University Certification Office, 228 Chambers Building, University Park, Pa. 16802, 814-865-0488. Pennsylvania certification requirements for teacher certificates issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education include eligibility criteria, such as testing and cumulative grade point average requirements, which are in addition to Penn State graduation requirements to be met for the baccalaureate degree awarded by Penn State. Academic advisement resources in the students' areas of teacher certification emphasize this distinction.

Entrance to Teacher Certification Programs - A student wishing to gain entrance into a specific teacher certification program must consult an adviser representing that program in order to be fully informed about the implementation details of the following entrance criteria:

1. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00
2. A grade of “C” or better in all specified courses, including practica.
3. Passing scores from the PRAXIS I PPST for Reading, Writing, Listening, and Mathematics.
4. Documentation of at least 80 hours of volunteer or paid education work experience with learners of the age group the candidate plans to teach. At least 40 of these age-appropriate 80 hours must be with learners whose cultural, social, or ethnic backgrounds differ from the candidate’s own. [Candidates for Special Education must document two separate 40-hour experiences in two different settings, with learners who have special needs. One experience should include learners with a different level of severity or functioning (e.g., mild/severe, young/adult) from those learners in the other experience. One experience should also include learners with cultural, social, or ethnic backgrounds different from the candidate’s own.]
5. Completion of an early field experience specified by the certification program.
6. Completion of a core of Education courses specified by the certification program.
7. Completion of additional credits as specified by the certification program.
8. Completion of at least 48 semester credit hours, including English 015 or 030, three credits of literature, and six credits of quantification.
9. Approval from the professional education adviser or the head of the pertinent certification program.

Note: Consistent with University policy relating to enrollment capacity, the number of candidates admitted to a program of study each year may be limited.

No change was made to the remaining sections:

SCHOOL LAWS AND THE TEACHER
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (PDE) TESTS
PRECERTIFICATION COMPETENCY EXAMINATION ON EDUCATING THE HANDICAPPED
STUDENT TEACHING
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

2000-2001 SUBCOMMITTEE ON RETENTION AND TRANSFER
Lynn Drafall
Judy Ozment Payne
Barbara K. Wade, Chair
James Wager
Eric White

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