CPE Semester Conversion Information
As you prepare for Fall Quarter registration, keep in mind the upcoming transition to semesters.
If you plan to graduate before Fall 2026, you can disregard this information.
Semester Conversion Overview
The first semester catalog (2026–2027) will be published in Fall 2025 and will include the finalized semester curriculum. In the meantime, you can begin planning using draft tools such as:
These are available on the Semester Conversion Planning Tools page.
Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to design an individualized plan for 2025-2026 based on your unique circumstances and credit.
More support for Semester planning will be available next academic year.
Info and Advising Sessions
We know the transition may bring up questions. Rest assured, we’re here to support you every step of the way. More details will be shared as they become available. We have three (3) Quarter to Semester info and advising sessions planned over the next few weeks:
· Wednesday, 5/14, 6:10-7:00pm, on ZOOM
· Thursday, 5/29, 11:10am-12:00pm, Dexter Lawn, coinciding with Engineers Touch Grass. Stop by our table to ask questions!
· Tuesday, 6/3, 11:10am-12:00pm, on ZOOM
Connect with a Quarter to Semester Advisor
We have four designated faculty advisors who can help you navigate your specific path through the conversion. Please consult one of them directly with your questions:
Lynne Slivovsky – lslivovs@calpoly.edu
Bruce DeBruhl – bdebruhl@calpoly.edu
Stephen Beard – srbeard@calpoly.edu
John Oliver – jyoliver@calpoly.edu
John Bellardo – bellardo@calpoly.edu
Important: Don’t rely on the path a friend or classmate is taking—your academic situation may be different. Meet with an advisor to make sure you’re on track.
Office hours can be found here.
Catalog Options
You’ll have the option to stay on your current quarter-based catalog (2022–26) or switch to the new semester catalog. Here’s our current general guidance:
If you will be in semesters for one year or less: Stay on your quarter catalog
(Note: You’ll complete your degree using semester courses that fulfill quarter-based requirements.)If you will be in semesters for more than a year: Consider switching to the semester catalog
Once the catalog is released, Engineering Student Services will be available to help you choose the path that best aligns with your academic goals.
Advising Notes for 2025–2026
Finish Key Course Sequences
We strongly recommend completing the following multi-course sequences before the semester transition. If this isn’t possible for your situation, please consult with a CPE Quarter to Semester advisor.
- EE 115 / EE 145
- EE 215 / EE 245
- EE 315
- CPE 133
- CPE 233
2025-2026 Tentative Course Offerings
*Please note this is subject to change and IS NOT official
Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| cpe100 | X | ||
| cpe133 | X | X | |
| cpe225 | X | X | X |
| cpe233 | X | X | X |
| cpe315 | X | ||
| cpe316 | X | X | X |
| cpe333 | X | X | X |
| cpe350 | X | X | |
| cpe416 | X | X | |
| cpe419 | X | ||
| cpe422 | X | ||
| cpe425 | X | ||
| cpe426 | X | ||
| cpe442 | X | X | |
| cpe450 | X | X | |
| cpe464 | X | X | X |
| cpe469 | X | ||
| cpe470 | X | X | |
| cpe515 | X | ||
| cpe523 | X | ||
| cpe542 | X | ||
| cpe564 | X |
Need More Help?
As always, advisors in Engineering Student Services are here to support you. They’re a fantastic resource, and we encourage you to reach out with any questions.
Engineering Student Services
805-756-1461
Front Office
- Open in person: Bldg. 40, Rm. 115; Mon—Thurs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Open virtually: Zoom. ; Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.