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ET Programs Assessment Process

Assessment Process Flow Chart (.pdf)

Program Educational Objectives (ABET Criteria #2)

The Engineering Technology Programs strives to prepare graduates who:

1. Demonstrate technical competence in Engineering Technology and problem solving skills that foster success in a variety of postgraduate environments, including professional practice and graduate school. (Technical Proficiency)
   
   
2. Communicate effectively in written, oral, and graphical forms making use of modern information technology as appropriate. (Communication Skills)
   
   
3. Consider and respond to the non-technical aspects of engineering technology, including respect for diversity, ethical considerations, concern for society and the environment, as well as a commitment to life-long learning and service to the community. (Personal Breadth)

Program Outcomes (ABET Criterion #3)

1. Qualitative Analysis. Graduates will be able to analyze and to solve problems qualitatively in engineering and other disciplines. In particular, students will be able to:
   
   
   • Use appropriate tools of the profession to conduct qualitative analysis.
   • Use science, math, and engineering concepts to conduct qualitative analysis.
   • Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems in a qualitative manner.



2. Quantitative Analysis. Graduates will be able to analyze and to solve problems quantitatively in engineering and other disciplines. In particular, students will be able to:
   
   
   • Use appropriate tools of the profession to conduct quantitative analysis.
   • Use science, math, and engineering concepts to conduct quantitative analysis.
   • Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems in a quantitative manner.



3. Design. Graduates will be able to develop creative, effective designs that solve real problems. In particular, they will be able to:
   
   
   • Develop designs of products, systems, or processes that respond to authentic needs.
   • Take into account the social, economic, or environmental constraints on the design.
   • Consider the potential social, economic, or environmental impact of the design.



4. Teamwork. Graduates will be able to contribute effectively in a variety of roles on teams, including multi-disciplinary teams.



5. Communication. Graduates will be able to convey information and ideas effectively, to a variety of audiences, using written, oral, and visual and graphical communication.



6. Life-Long Learning. Graduates will be able to identify and to address their own educational needs in a changing world.



7. Contextual Awareness. Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of the ethical, professional, business, social, and cultural contexts of engineering. In particular, they will be able to:
   
   
   • Demonstrate the benefits of a broad education, an appreciation for contemporary issues, and an ability to connect these topics to their work as engineers.
   • Articulate their professional and ethical responsibilities.



8. Diagnosis. Graduates will be able to identify and resolve problems within complex systems. In particular, they will be able to:
   
   
   • Develop hypotheses.
   • Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses.
   • Analyze and interpret the results of these experiments.



9. Personal Development. Graduates will be able to understand the importance of diversity and the global and societal impacts of technology.