Penn Engineering

Undergraduate Tours & Class Observation

Students walk outside Towne

See Penn Engineering Up Close

Join us for a campus tour to experience the vibrancy of Penn Engineering firsthand. Led by our own students, these tours provide a first-hand look at our state-of-the-art facilities, classrooms, and labs. You’ll gain insights into the innovative culture and collaborative spirit that define our community.

Tours are tailored for prospective undergraduate students and their families/guests, offering a unique glimpse into life as a Penn Engineering student. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are seriously considering Penn to gain invaluable, direct experience, helping them solidify their college choice.

Advanced registration is required, as tour capacity is limited each day and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Walk-in visitors cannot be accommodated. Tours are offered weekdays only at 3:30 p.m. and depart from the Office of Academic Services (OAS) at 109 Towne Building. Tours are held rain or shine, though severe weather may necessitate cancellation.

Visitors should enter the engineering quad through the Levine Hall Lobby via the Chancellor Walk thoroughfare. To ensure a smooth start, please allow time for parking and plan to arrive slightly before the tour begins. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes, and we recommend wearing comfortable shoes to enhance your overall experience.

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Fall 2025 Tour Dates

Note: Engineering tours are not available on all weekdays – be sure to refer to this calendar.

Mon, 9/22 Wed, 9/24 Thurs, 9/25 Mon, 9/29
Wed, 10/1 Wed, 10/15 Thurs, 10/16 Mon, 10/20
Wed, 10/22 Thurs, 10/23 Mon, 10/27 Wed, 10/29
Thurs, 10/30 Mon, 11/3 Wed, 11/5 Thurs, 11/6
Mon, 11/10 Wed, 11/12 Thurs, 11/13 Mon, 11/17
Thurs, 11/20 Mon, 11/24 Mon, 12/1 Wed, 12/3
Thurs, 12/4
Chris Callison-Burch

Fall 2025 Class Observation Opportunities

When observing classes, please arrive on time and plan to stay for the duration of class to limit any disruption.  Class Observation opportunities end on the last day of classes.

Registration for Class Observation is not required.

Please note: there are no classes during Fall Break 9-12 .  Please see the University Calendar for other important dates 

 

Fall 2025 Courses

 

Course
Course Description
Day/s Time Location Professor Professor Notes
BE 2000
Intro to Biomechanics
TH 1:45 – 3:15 Towne 217 L. Dourte Segan no visit – 9/30, 10/2, 10/7, 10/21, 10/30, 11/6, 11/11, 11/13, 11/14

 

CBE 1600
Introduction to Chemical Engineering
MWF 10:15-11:15 Towne 337 C. Osuji Wednesdays and Fridays recommended for visits
CIS 1100
Intro to Computer Programming (Java)
MWF 12pm-1 Towne 100 H. Smith no visit – 10/14, 11/22
CIS 1100
Intro to
Computer
Programming
MWF 1:45pm-2:45 Towne 100 H. Smith no visit – 10/14, 11/22
CIS 1200 Programming Languages I MWF 10:15-11:15 Stiteler Hall, 261 S. Sheth/Zdancewic  

no visit – 9/26, 11/7

CIS 1200 Programming Languages I MWF 12-1 Stiteler Hall, 261 S. Sheth/ Zdancewic no visit – 9/26, 11/7
CIS 1600 Mathematical Foundations of CS T/TH 8:30-10 Towne 100 Rajiv Gandhi no visit – 10/16, 11/20
CIS 1600 Mathematical Foundations of CS T/TH 10:15-11:45 Towne 100 Rajiv Gandhi no visit – 10/16, 11/20
ESE 2030 Lin Algebra w/ Applications to Eng and AI T/TH 8:30-10 Amy Gutman Hall (AGH), 106B R. Ghrist no visit – 9/30, 10/7, 10/9, 10/21, 11/4, 11/6, 11/11, 11/25, 12/2
ESE 2100 Intro to Dynamic Systems T/TH 10:15-11:45 Skirkanich Auditorium R. Ghrist no visit – 9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/4, 11/6, 11/20, 11/25
MEAM 1100 Intro to Mechanics T/TH 3:30-5 DRLB, A8 J. Raney no visit – 10/7, 10/14, 10/16, 10/30, 11/4, 11/6, 11/18, 11/20, 11/25, 12/2, 12/4
MSE 1010 Intro to Material Science & Engineering T 1:45-3:15 Towne 319 V. Chan
MSE 2210 Quantum Phys of Materials MWF 10:15-11:15 David Rittenhouse Lab (DRLB), 2C4 M. Khantha no visit – 10/6, 11/14