Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes - College of Engineering

 

 

 

CIVIL ENGINEERING LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: We expect the alumni of our civil engineering program to attain:

1. Advancement to a professional position within civil engineering by virtue of their knowledge, skills and attitude.
2. Recognition for solving engineering problems and developing design solutions that consider aesthetics, safety and sustainability.
3. A reputation for conducting professional endeavors in a responsible and ethical manner.
4. Professional development through a commitment to career-long learning.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in civil engineering will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (CE) is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

 

 

 

COMPUTER ENGINEERING LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the computer engineering program are expected to attain the following attributes:

1. Success in their chosen career.
2. Engagement in continuing professional development.
3. A predisposition toward practicing the professional, ethical and moral responsibilities of computer engineers.
4. Readiness to accept challenging assignments and responsibilities.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in computer engineering will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCPE) is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

 

 

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the computer science program are expected to attain the following attributes:

1. Success in their chosen career.
2. Engagement in continuing professional development.
3. A predisposition toward practicing the professional, ethical and moral responsibilities of computer scientists.
4. Readiness to accept challenging assignments and responsibilities.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in computer science will have an ability to:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. 
2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions. (CS)

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science (BS) in computer science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

 

 

 

ENGINEERING EDUCATION LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the engineering education program will:

1. Demonstrate success in their chosen profession.
2. Contribute to an expansion of knowledge of both engineering and education through professional development opportunities and community service.
3. Develop and cultivate identities as “Engineering Educators” by functioning at the intersection of engineering and education.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in engineering education will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science (BS) in engineering education is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

 

 

 

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the electrical engineering program are expected to attain the following attributes:

1. Success in their chosen career.
2. Engagement in continuing professional development.
3. A predisposition toward practicing the professional, ethical and moral responsibilities of electrical engineers.
4. Readiness to accept challenging assignments and responsibilities.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in electrical engineering will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

 

 

 

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LEARNING OUTCOMES

Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the mechanical engineering program will attain:

1. Success in their chosen profession.
2. Recognition for their ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and to work with people of various backgrounds.
3. Respect by working in a dedicated, competent, and ethical manner.
4. Professional development through continued studies.

Student Outcomes: By the time of graduation, students majoring in mechanical engineering will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Accreditation: The degree of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.