In regards to MFE126. No you do not need a PC with the software, you will be granted lab access to use the computers on campus most of the day. The software is "Solidworks 2004" it is like autocad, but geared towards engineers and solid models. Good luck on ME, get your math done quickly.
I've seen only 2 squirrels or so in my 2 years of attending Cal Poly Pomona, so they're not common.
For all other freshmen who are registering; I recommend checking out "www.gradecalpoly.co m" it will help inform you what other students think of possible teachers. It also has many more advanced options like ordering books online, getting text messages when classes open that were closed, and automatically finding all possibly schedule combinations. Good luck to all new students!