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How do I register for Engineering Distance Education?

Instructions to enroll through distance education:

 

1.  Download a Registration Form.

2.  Check the Course Schedule for the available courses. Click for Advisor Contact Information.

3.  Complete the form...
The registration form is a two page form and both sides must be completed.  Be sure to write legibly in blue or black ink, complete all blanks and sign the form.  When completing the course information section, include the section #, CID # (if available) and Method of Delivery.   

Here is an example...  

 

 

*****You must pay the application fee each time you are admitted to OSU.  You may pay this fee via credit card by calling 1-405-744-6368.  If you have been admitted to OSU within the past year, you have already paid this fee

4.  FAX the Registration Form to the Engineering Distance Education Office at 405-744-5033.  Use the following address for all correspondence pertaining to the registration:

        Nathan Cragun

        Oklahoma State University

        512 Engineering North

        Stillwater, OK 74078

        Phone:  405-744-5146

        Fax:  405-744-5033

        nathan.cragun@okstate.edu

 

***You will receive an e-mail confirmation within one business day to confirm that the distance education office has received your form.***

 

5.  Order Books.   Check the textbook list for required textbooks.  If no book information is available it will be added to the  list when we receive the information from the professor.  Books may be ordered from any outside source.

6.  A Proctor Agreement Form will need to be on file in order to take exams and/or quizzes.

7.  You will receive an e-mail confirmation once your enrollment has been processed.

 

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How do I receive a Distance Education course?

For most courses, 2 delivery options are available

 

CD-Rom

Most Engineering Distance Education students receive course lectures via CD-Rom.  The main advantage to CD-Rom courses is the flexibility it allows the student.  Students taking courses by CD-Rom are encouraged to keep in touch with their instructors via e-mail and/or telephone.  For information about shipping schedules, see the question "When will I receive my first CD?"

 

Compressed Video
Students are able to attend a live section of the course if they are located near a public site or work at a company that has a compatible classroom.  The main advantage to attending classes at a compressed video site is that students are able to participate in class discussions and ask questions during class.  Many sites will make back-up videotapes in case students miss a live lecture.

 

Online Video Streaming
Students are able to view lectures online normally within 24 hours after the on-campus class has ended.  Students access online lectures by logging on to Online Classroom (the method of access is dependant on how the course is set up).  A broadband internet connection is required for viewing these lectures.

 

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What is the tuition rate?

Click here to view tuition information.

 

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Who is my advisor?

 

M.S. in Control Systems Engineering

    Brenda Johnson

    brenda.johnson@okstate.edu

    Phone:  405-744-2337

    Fax:  405-74-1673

 

M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Dr. R. G. Ramakumar

    ramakum@okstate.edu

    Phone:  405-744-5157

    Fax:  405-744-9198

 

M.S. in Engineering and Technology Management

    Brenda Johnson

    brenda.johnson@okstate.edu

    Phone:  405-744-2337

    Fax:  405-744-1673

 

M.S. in Natural and Applied Sciences, Health Care Administration

    Lisa Jenkins, MHA

    lisa.jenkins@okstate.edu

    Phone:  918-561-8298

 

M.S. in Mechanical Aerospace Engineering

    Dr. Afshin Ghajar   (Temporary Advisor Upon Admission)

    ghajar@okstate.edu

    Phone:  405-744-5900

    Fax:  405-744-7873

 

Electrical Engineering Technology Degree Completion Program

(Only available for students at OSU/OKC and Rose State College)

 

    Ellis Nuckolls

    ellis@okstate.edu

    Phone:  405-744-5716

    Fax:  405-744-8516

 

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How do I contact the Distance Learning office?

Phone:  405-744-5146

Fax:  405-744-5033

Mail:  Oklahoma State University

Engineering Distance Education

512 Engineering North

Stillwater, OK 74078

 

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How can I get copies of student forms, such as drop/withdrawal, proctor agreement, enrollment?

These forms are found on our website under STUDENT FORMS.

 

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Where should homework be sent?

You may e-mail homework to enhmwk@okstate.edu or fax it to Nathan Cragun 405-744-5033.

We have this account set up to receive homework and send back an automatic response.  Some instructors prefer that you e-mail homework directly to them;  you will be informed if this is the case.

 

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Will I receive confirmation for homework assignments, quizzes or exams that are faxed in?

No, however you may check the status of your assignments on our Homework Log which is also located on our website.  Please allow 24-hours for your homework to be recorded on this site.  Also, please make sure you put the course name and number in the subject area.

 

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How can I be assured that my homework/exam/quiz is logged in properly?

Utilize the coversheet that we supply (sent as an attachment).  Also please number all pages that you are faxing, i.e. Pg 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4..  Also, make sure you do not write within a 1/2 inch of all margins in order for your work to come through fully.

 

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When will I receive my first CD?

This varies depending on the course and if the course is taught one, two or three days a week on campus.  Courses taught once a week are recorded individually and shipped weekly.  Classes taught 2 days a week are recorded, 2 lectures per CD, and are shipped to students in a Tues/Thurs grouping by UPS standard overnight.  Courses taught 3 days a week on campus are recorded, 3 lectures per CD, and sent to students in a Fri/Mon/Wed grouping on Thursday.  This method usually ensures that students receive their CDs before the weekend.  Professors are asked to understand that CD-Rom students schedules usually run approximately one week behind on-campus students, although it is each individual instructor's prerogative to set their own homework and exam schedule.

 

You should receive your first UPS shipment approximately one week after the start of the semester and at regular intervals as explained above after that.

 

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What do I do if I cannot access Online Classroom and Community?

a)  Check out the Online Classroom website at: https://oc.okstate.edu/

b)  Call CIS helpdesk at:  405-744-7836 or 877-951-4836, or e-mail them at helpdesk@okstate.edu

 

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Who may or may not proctor exams/quizzes?

Click on Proctor Qualifications for more information.

 

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How can I get a copy of my grades?

OSU allows students to view their midterm and term grades on Student Information System (SIS).  Not all professors post midterm grades but all term grades are posted on SIS.

*NOTE:  SIS does not contain individual assignment, test or quiz grades.*

Here are some steps to help guide you:

  1. Go to http://prodosu.okstate.edu
  2. Login using your Student ID/PIN or O-Key.
  3. Go to "Student Records" on the navigation bar.
  4. Click on "Grades".
  5. Select the Term.
  6. Click "Submit".

If you would like a printed copy of your grade report (transcript):

a)  You can log into SIS at http://prodosu.okstate.edu and view/print an unofficial transcript.  Once you are logged into this system you can request that an official transcript be mailed to you.

b)  You can also go to http://www.okstate.edu/registrar/TranscriptRequest.html and follow the instructions there to request "the old fashioned way".  The transcript office usually makes a quick turn around on these requests (less than a week).

 

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What are SIS and O-Key and what are they used for?

OSU has two systems for students to manage their personal information.  O-Key is actually a password management system that allows students to find their own official OSU username, redirect their OSU student email account and create a master password.  Student Self-Services (aka SIS) is available to students to view their academic information, update personal contact information, view their bursar account balance, etc.  If you have not yet logged in to these systems we recommend that you try.  We have created  a "cheat sheet" to help you keep a record of your OSU usernames and passwords.  You may want to print it out before you start the login process.

 

Go to O-Key (http://okey.okstate.edu) first.  Follow the instructions on the login page for new users.  You will have to call the Help Desk for an activation code.  Their phone number is 405-744-4357 or 877-951-4836 or e-mail them at helpdesk@okstate.edu.

 

After you have successfully completed the O-Key process, then move to SIS.  To login to SIS go to http://prodosu.okstate.edu.  You have two options to login here.  1)  You can use the O-Key information that you just found in the O-Key system or 2)  you can use your Student ID# (SSN) and your birth date (MMDDYY) the first time you login.  If you use the second method and it is the first time you have logged in you will get a message that says "Your PIN cannot equal your birth date, you must change it".  That message makes it sound like you have made a mistake, however, it is really telling you that you  need to change you PIN.  There is a "Change Your PIN" button somewhere on that same page.  Once you have designated a new PIN you will need to logout and login again.

 

These systems seem a little confusing especially when you only have to use them a few times a year.  That is why it is a good idea to record your passwords and keep them in a safe place, the cheat sheet will help with that.  The Distance Education office and program/departmental personnel do not have the access necessary to reset any of these systems.  If you have problems with the process, please let us know so we can direct you to the correct source of assistance.

 

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Does OSU automatically set up an e-mail account for students and how to you change this account?

Yes, OSU does automatically set up e-mail accounts for all OSU students.  You can convert your OSU e-mail to go to your personal e-mail by going to Forward Your OSU E-mail under Student Services to help guide you through diverting your OSU e-mail account to your personal e-mail account.

 

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