Oct 10, 2024  
2019-2020 University Catalog 
    
2019-2020 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Polytechnic Institute


College of Technology

College Overview

The Purdue Polytechnic Institute, previously named the College of Technology, is one of 10 colleges at Purdue University offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college includes seven academic schools, departments, and divisions:

The academic programs in the Purdue Polytechnic combine theory-based applied learning, team-based projects, integrated humanities studies, competency-based credentialing, and a series of experiential components such as industry-sponsored senior capstone projects, internships, global immersions, and certification-earning activities. The Polytechnic learning experience is designed to produce graduates who not only have deep technical knowledge and applied skills in their chosen discipline, but also possess problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills sought by industries and communities.

Admissions (website)

Admission to Teacher Education 

Teacher Education 2019-2020  

Advising

Students in the Polytechnic Institute must meet with their advisor at least once per semester.

Meeting with your Advisor

  • Some majors have group advising sessions, others have individual advising appointments or walk-in hours.
  • Your advisor will email you with information about the procedure used in your department.

Preparing for your Advising Session

  • Determine how many credit hours you want to take.
  • Compile a list of courses and alternates that you would like to take.
  • Determine that you meet all the prerequisites for the courses you want to take.
  • Once the Schedule of Classes is available, make sure course times work together.

Topics Typically Covered in an Advising Session

  • Progress toward your degree.
  • Appropriate courses for the next semester.
  • Academic standing.
  • Internships, career fairs, and other non-academic opportunities.
  • Registration PIN release (PINs will not be released by phone, email or text message).
  • Other questions a student may have.

Contact Information

Purdue Polytechnic Institute
West Lafayette, IN 47907
(765) 494-4935
E-mail: choosepolytechnic@purdue.edu

 
Polytechnic Statewide Information  

Polytechnic Institute Administration

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School of Aviation and Transportation Technology

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School of Construction Management Technology

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Department of Computer and Information Technology

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Department of Computer Graphics Technology

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School of Engineering Technology

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Division of Military Science and Technology

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Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation

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