Course Transfer or Exemption

If you have previous work experience, have completed relevant coursework at another institution, or are a member of the military, you may be eligible for a transfer credit or exemption. Before applying for any of these credits, please review the eligibility information below.  Apply with care: no re-takes.

**Please also note that once you begin the application, your answers will be recorded whether or not you hit submit. To avoid incomplete submissions, please do not start until you are ready to submit. This application consists of two parts: the first part is all Q&A; the second part, linked at the end of part I, provides an opportunity for relevant file, documentation, and evidence uploads. The application is broken up into two parts due to limitations on the number of questions permitted.

You can view the application in its entirety, for all types of transfers and exemptions, here.**

blank
College Transfer Credits

Transfer credit may be granted when a previous college-level course work meets the learning objectives of EDNS 151 or 251.  Course work used for EDNS 151 exemptions can not be used toward EDNS 251 exemptions.  You must submit two separate applications listing work done in two separate courses.

Application Steps:

  1. Please review the course Learning Outcomes for EDNS 151 and EDNS 251 before applying for a transfer.
  2. Gather all supporting documentation needed before starting the application:
    • Syllabus (If you do not have a course syllabus, please contact your previous institution to obtain a copy)
    • Prototype photos
    • Written reports
    • PowerPoint, presentations, etc
  3. Use SPECIFIC examples, and be sure to highlight YOUR role in team projects.

Note: Submitting applications without sufficient supporting documentation may lead to us rejecting your application.

You will receive an e-mail confirming whether your transfer has been granted.  Applications take two to four weeks to process.

APPLY HERE

Full-Time Work Experience Exemptions

An Exemption may be granted when a student has a minimum of 3-4 years of full-time work experience in industry that satisfies the EDNS 151 and 251 or learning objectives – note that internship experience does not apply. An exemption from EDNS 251 does not automatically grant you a transfer or exemption from EDNS 151.  You must apply separately for EDNS 151 and 251 exemptions.

Application Steps:

  1. Please review the EDNS 151 or EDNS 251 Learning Outcomes before applying for an exemption.
  2. Gather supporting documentation you might need before starting the application.
    • Resume (required)
    • Written reports
    • Photos
    • Presentations
  3. Use SPECIFIC examples, and be sure to highlight YOUR role in team efforts.

Note: Submitting applications without sufficient supporting documentation may lead to a rejected application. You will receive an e-mail confirming whether your transfer has been granted.  Applications take two to four weeks to process.

APPLY HERE

Military Exemptions & Transfer Credits

Military veterans may be eligible to apply Joint Services Transcript credits towards the three-credit hour EDSN 151 and/or EDSN251. Veterans ranked E4 and above with at least three years of active duty served can automatically seek approval for EDNS151 by submitting their DD214  and JST transcript to transfer@mines.edu, if you have not already submitted those during the admission application process. It is recommended that Mechanical Engineering majors take the one-credit hour EDNS157 (SolidWorks) and Civil and Environmental Engineering majors take the one-credit hour EDNS156 (AutoCAD) to better prepare for discipline-specific coursework if getting exemption from EDNS151. Those seeking any credit for EDSN251 or those seeking EDNS151 credit with paygrade lower than E4 or with fewer than three years of active duty are welcome to apply for transfer credit using the process below. Your application will be assessed based on how well your military experience meets the learning objectives of each course. An exemption from EDNS 251 does not automatically grant you a transfer or exemption from EDNS 151.  You must apply separately for EDNS 151 and 251 exemptions.

Application Steps for Those Seeking EDNS151 Credit Who Are Ranked Below E4, Have Less Than Three Years of Active Service, are Applying for EDNS 251 Credit:

  1. Please review the EDNS 151 or EDNS 251 Learning Outcomes before applying for exemption.
  2. Gather any supporting documentation you might need before starting the application
    • DD 214 (required)
    • Resume (required)
    • Written reports
    • Photos of projects
    • Presentations
  3. Use SPECIFIC examples, and be sure to highlight YOUR role in team efforts.
  4. Remember to click “Submit” at the end of both Parts I and II (don’t forget!).

 

IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR EDNS151 EXEMPTION WITH BELOW E4 RANK OR LESS THAN THREE YEARS ACTIVE DUTY, OR APPLYING FOR ANY EDNS 251 EXEMPTION, CLICK HERE

 

  We understand that due to the classification of military operations documentation or specific details cannot always be provided.  We do not need specific information just a general sense of the work you have done.  Note: Submitting applications without sufficient supporting documentation may lead to a rejected application. You will receive an e-mail confirming whether your transfer has been granted.  Applications take two to four weeks to process assuming the application is complete upon submission.

Extensive High School Engineering Coursework

While we feel there is value in taking a college-level introductory design course for everyone regardless of prior experience, course substitution credit for EDNS151 may be granted when a student has extensive K-12 engineering/design experience that satisfies the EDNS 151 learning objectives. No exemptions will be made for EDNS 251. At this time, Mines does not accept high school work for college credit. 

Successful applicants can retrieve course substitution college credit from an upper level design course, including:

  • EDNS251 equivalent, if the students department doesn’t require it, or
  • A 3-credit-hour course which includes defining or solving open-ended problems, user-centered design, and/or testing and experimental iteration cycles:
    • EDNS301 Human Centered Problem Definition
    • EDNS401 Projects for People
    • EGBN360 Intro to Entrepreneurship
    • EBGN 566 Hacking for Defense
    • Alternates that fulfill the requirements stated above may be available with prior approval.
  • Work will not be accepted for consideration in lieu of EDNS151:
    • Independent studies
    • Summer internship experience

 

Application Steps:

  1. Please review the EDNS 151 Learning Outcomes before applying for exemption.
  2. Gather supporting documentation you might need before starting the application.
    • Syllabi for relevant courses and programs
    • Written reports
    • Photos
    • Presentations
  3. Use SPECIFIC examples, and be sure to highlight YOUR role in team projects.

Note: Submitting applications without sufficient supporting documentation may lead to a rejected application. You will receive an e-mail confirming whether your transfer has been granted.  Applications take two to four weeks to process.

APPLY HERE