The College of Science and Engineering (COSE) at HCU provides a centralized Canvas portal designed to bridge the gap between your academic studies and your future career. This digital hub is an evergreen resource, housing a wealth of information to support your journey from freshman year to professional practice.
The COSE Student Community & Career Portal
Academic Navigation & Planning
Stay on track with tools designed to help you manage your degree and prepare for the next academic level.
- Advising & Registration: Access essential guidance for course selection and university registration processes.
- Health Professions Information: A dedicated suite of resources for pre-health students, including application service guidelines, entrance exam preparation, and medical school visit archives.
- Graduate School Information: Exploration tools for advanced degrees, including Master’s programs and specialized research opportunities.
Career & Professional Development
Build your “Professional Toolbox” with resources curated by the Professional Experience Office (PXO).
- Career Development & Readiness: Master the art of the resume (including Federal formats), learn to navigate Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and practice interview techniques like the STAR method.
- Industry Directories: Explore an extensive catalog of hundreds of employers across sectors like Aerospace, Energy, Defense, Healthcare, and Software Systems.
- Career Fair Preparation: Get the most out of annual events with guides on making professional impressions and connecting with registered recruiters.
Technical Skills & Training
Beyond the classroom, the portal offers self-paced “Levels” of professional training to make you day-one ready for the workplace.
- Essential Software: Training modules for Microsoft 365 (Excel, Project, Outlook), Lucidchart, and industry-standard CAD/CAM tools.
- Workplace Fundamentals: Learn the “hidden curriculum” of the professional world, including document control, safety protocols (OSHA), business communication, and project management foundations.
- Advanced Engineering Tools: Deep dives into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and data science modules.
Community & Networking
Connect with the broader scientific and engineering community through organized groups and financial support.
- Technical & Professional Societies: Information on joining student chapters of global organizations like IEEE, ACM, and ASME.
- Student Organizations: Directories for COSE-specific clubs and student-led initiatives.
- Scholarship Hub: A curated list of internal and external funding opportunities for STEM majors.
- Insights & Media: Access to recorded conference proceedings and videos regarding the future of global energy and technology.
How to Access
COSE Canvas Portal All resources are located within the COSE Student Community course in Canvas. We recommend pinning this course to your dashboard for easy access to these professional tools throughout your time at HCU.