ABET-mandated outcomes

According to the ``Proposed Changes'' section of ABET's Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs for 2003-2004, p. 19:

Although institutions may use different terminology, for purposes of Criterion 3, program outcomes are intended to be statements that describe what students are expected to know or be able to do by the time of graduation from the program.

Engineering programs must demonstrate that their graduates have:

a.

an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

b.

an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

c.

an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

d.

an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

e.

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

f.

an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

g.

an ability to communicate effectively

h.

the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

i.

a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

j.

a knowledge of contemporary issues

k.

an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Each program must have an assessment process with documented results. Evidence must be given that the results are applied to the further development and improvement of the program. The assessment process must demonstrate that the outcomes of the program, including those listed above, are being measured.