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ABET Accreditation
Mission, Goals, Objectives
ABET Questions & Answers
ABET is the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and technology. ABET is comprised of a federation of professional and technical societies representing these fields. Accreditation identifies to the general public: students, school counselors, educational institutions, professional societies, employers, governmental agencies and state boards of examiners, programs that meet minimum criteria.
Accreditation requires a continuous improvement process in which input is received from its constituents, both external (e.g., industry, government agency) and internal (e.g., students). An Assessment Coordinator monitors the improvement process for the College, and
will use surveys and constituent feedback as a tool for program improvement.
Rowan University
College of Engineering
201 Mullica Hill Road
Glassboro, New Jersey 08028-1701
University Mission Statement:
A leading public institution, Rowan University combines liberal education with professional preparation from the baccalaureate through the doctorate. Rowan provides a collaborative, learning-centered environment in which highly qualified and diverse faculty, staff, and students integrate teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, and community service. Through intellectual, social, and cultural contributions, the University enriches the lives of those in the campus community and surrounding region.
Adopted by the Board of Trustees at its meeting on December 10, 2003.
College Mission Statement:
The mission of the College of Engineering is to provide programs that are effectively responsive to regional aspirations and that address the needs and the changing characteristics of the leading-edge engineers of the future. The College aims to educate students prepared to apply technology for the betterment of society and to serve as global change agents for the future. Rowan University also recognizes that the College of Engineering will aid in the economic and cultural development of southern New Jersey, while generating opportunities for its diverse graduates in local, national and international industries.
College Goals (Common to all Programs):
The goals of the undergraduate engineering programs are to enable students to:
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understand and apply the core science and mathematics principles that form the basis of engineering disciplines,
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work individually and in teams to identify and solve complex engineering problems and develop an understanding of interdisciplinary problem solving and system design,
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understand and apply advanced technology (computers and laboratory equipment) to solve complex engineering problems,
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understand the importance of the humanities and social sciences as part of a well rounded education and the practice of engineering,
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have a strong sense of the importance of ethics in an engineering setting as well as other aspects of their lives,
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develop communication skills so that they can perform engineering functions effectively.
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Chemical Engineering
Program Goals
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Develop students who understand and apply the core scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles that form the basis of chemical engineering.
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Develop students who work individually and in diverse teams and effectively utilize advanced technology to solve complex engineering programs.
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Develop students who gain a perspective on the role of engineering in a global society including the importance of ethics, professional responsibility, diversity and culture, lifelong learning, safety, sustainability and the environment.
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Develop students who communicate their ideas effectively in various formats to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Program Outcomes (Under Continuous Development)
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who demonstrate an ability to design and conduct chemical engineering experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who possess a working knowledge of organic, inorganic, materials, and physical chemistry and a background in other advanced chemistry topics as selected by the individual student.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who possess a working knowledge of chemical engineering principles including balances, fluid mechanics, transport phenomena, separations, kinetics and reaction engineering, unit operations, thermodynamics, and process design.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who demonstrate an ability to design a chemical engineering system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints (e.g. economic, environmental, social, political, health, safety, manufacturability, sustainability).
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who have an ability to function on multidisciplinary and/or diverse teams.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who understand contemporary issues relevant to the field of chemical engineering.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who have the ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for chemical engineering practice.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who have experience in undergraduate research and engineering in practice.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who possess skills and experience in working with both bench and pilot scale hands-on chemical engineering equipment.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who recognize the need for and the ability to engage in lifelong learning.
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The Chemical Engineering Program at Rowan University will produce graduates who demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
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Civil Engineering
Program Goals
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Knowledgeable, and able to remain current during their professional careers;
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Problem-solvers, able to obtain needed information and identify, formulate, and solve
problems;
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Well rounded, understanding professional, ethical, and global/social issues and able to work in multidisciplinary and diverse groups; and
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Communicators, able to disseminate information to professional and lay audiences.
Program Outcomes (Under Continuous Development)
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an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering;
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an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data;
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an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
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an ability to function in multidisciplinary teams;
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an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
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an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
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an ability to communicate effectively;
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the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context;
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a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
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a knowledge of contemporary issues;
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an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
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a proficiency in mathematics through differential equations; probability and statistics;
calculus-based physics; and general chemistry;
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a proficiency in a minimum of four (4) recognized major civil engineering areas;
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an ability to conduct laboratory experiments and to critically analyze and interpret data in more than one of the recognized major civil engineering areas;
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an ability to perform civil engineering design by means of design experiences integrated throughout the professional component of the curriculum;
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an understanding of professional practice issues such as: procurement of work; bidding versus quality based selection processes; how the design professionals and the construction professions interact to construct a project; the importance of professional licensure and continuing education; and/or other professional practice issues.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
Program Goals
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Develop agile problem solvers
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Cultivate capable communicators
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Instill entreprenuerial sprit
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Facilitate transdisciplinary discourse
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Sensitize to contemporary issues
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Impart essential ECE knowledge
Program Outcomes (Under Continuous Development)
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Students in the ECE program will use their theoretical and laboratory skills to solve problems, conduct experiments and do design.
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Students in the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to adapt and embrace novel technology that is presented to them during their engineering career
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to function and work effectively on transdisciplinary teams
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop a working knowledge and attitude for the business process and especially the role of the entrepreneur.
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to recognize the need for and engage in life-long learning
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to understand professional and ethical responsibility
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Graduates of the ECE program will develop the knowledge and skills to understand contemporary issues beyond the engineering context
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Graduates of the ECE program will acquire the knowledge and skills that are uniquely related to the practice of electrical and computer engineering which includes knowledge and applications of basic and engineering science and mathematics for analyzing and synthesizing hardware and/or software systems and recognize the implementation tradeoffs. Mathematical knowledge required will include probability and statistics, differential equations, linear algebra, complex variables and discrete mathematics.
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an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering;
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an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
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an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
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an ability to function in multidisciplinary teams;
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an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
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an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
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an ability to communicate effectively;
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the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context;
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a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
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a knowledge of contemporary issues;
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an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
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a knowledge of probability and statistics, including applications appropriate to the program name and objectives;
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a knowledge of mathematics through differential and integral calculus, basic sciences, and engineering sciences necessary to analyze and design complex devices and systems containing hardware and software components, as appropriate to program objectives.
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a knowledge of advanced mathematics, typically including differential equations, linear algebra, complex variables, and discrete mathematics.
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Mechanical Engineering
Program Goals
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Create well-rounded engineers who possess theoretical and practical skills, and understand the significance of humanities and social sciences.
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Produce graduates who have the necessary teamwork and leadership skills to excel in multidisciplinary team environments.
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Develop innovative and creative thinking with an understanding of entrepreneurship.
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Develop science, mathematics, analytical, computational, and experimental, skills, and apply them to formulate and solve engineering problems.
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Instill in students an appreciation of the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context, including the broad implications of professional ethics.
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Develop the flexibility to adapt to changing technology and the understanding of the need for continuous improvement and lifelong learning
Program Outcomes (Under Continuous Development)
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an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering;
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an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
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an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
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an ability to function in multidisciplinary teams;
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an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
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an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
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an ability to communicate effectively;
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the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context;
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a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
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a knowledge of contemporary issues;
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an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
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knowledge of chemistry and calculus-based physics with depth in at least one;
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an ability to apply advanced mathematics through multivariate calculus and differential equations;
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a familiarity with statistics and linear algebra;
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the ability to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas including the design and realization of such systems;
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an ability to think creatively and innovatively;
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a knowledge of entrepreneurial practices.
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ABET Questions & Answers
Q: What is “Program Outcomes Assessment”?
A: It’s a systematic and on-going process that aids faculty both in understanding student learning and in efforts to continuously improve the educational experience.
Q: What must our students demonstrate?
A: As a minimum, engineering programs must demonstrate that their students attain:
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 within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability;
D) an ability to function on a multi-disciplinary and/or diverse team;
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, economic, environmental, 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 of relevance to the field of engineering; and
K) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
In addition, an engineering program must demonstrate that its students attain any additional outcomes articulated by the program to foster achievement of its educational objectives.
Q: How will we assess student learning?
A: Outcomes assessment requires data collection. Some of these data will come from other sources such as through our alumni or employers of our graduates, but some of these data will be collected from you. We will be using a variety of assessment methods such as peer assessment, portfolios, nationally-normed exams, surveys, and focus groups.
Q: Why do we have to do this?
A: We want your educational experience to be what it should be. Success in our assessment efforts will correlate with your professional success. In addition, we must comply with the guidelines set by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), your professional societies, Rowan University, the College of Engineering, and our programs. We ask that you take your part in our accreditation and assessment efforts very seriously because your input is vital to the success of the improvement process. All four of our programs are accredited and we must strive to maintain our accredited status.
Q: What is ABET?
A: Accreditation identifies to the general public, students, school counselors, educational institutions, professional societies, employers, governmental agencies, and state boards of examiners, programs that meet minimum criteria. ABET is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as the sole agency responsible for accreditation of educational programs leading to degrees in engineering, engineering technology, and related engineering areas.
Q: How will this process affect my academic standing?
A: Assessment activities will not affect your grades or any other factor related to your academic standing. You cannot be penalized for your input.
Q: Will the data be kept confidential?
A: Much of the data collected will be anonymous and all will be kept confidential. The data will only be reported to faculty in aggregate form. Your name will not appear in any reports.
Q: Who is on the Engineering Assessment Committee?
A: Consultant -- Dr. Heidi Newell Associate Dean -- Dr. Steven Chin
ChE: Dr. Kevin Dahm ECE: Dr. Peter Jansson
CE: Dr. Jess Everett ME: Dr. Jennifer Kadlowec
If you have suggestions as to how we can improve your educational experience or if you have concerns about our assessment activities, please let us know. Thank you in advance for your participation in our assessment efforts.
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