Why Accreditation Matters
(From the website: http://www.abet.org)
ABET accreditation assures confidence that a collegiate program has met standards
essential to prepare graduates to enter critical STEM fields in the global workforce.
Graduates from an ABET-accredited program have a solid educational foundation and
are capable of leading the way in innovation, emerging technologies, and in anticipating
the welfare and safety needs of the public.
Construction Engineering Technology
The Construction Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology
Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Program Educational Objectives
Graduates will demonstrate strong leadership, management, communication, and teamwork
skills while applying their acquired knowledge of mathematics, engineering and technology
to identify, analyze, and solve problems pertaining to construction projects. These
capabilities will be demonstrated as follows:
- Students in graduate school
- Employment in Construction Industry
- Position in Construction Related Engineering Design Firms
- Management Position in Construction Industry
- Achievement of Professional Designation, i.e., Professional Engineer; LEED AP; Certified
professional Contractor
- Officer of Professional Association related to Construction Industry
Student Outcomes
- An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics,
science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems
appropriate to the discipline. (ABET SO1)
- An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for
broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline. (ABET SO2)
- An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined
technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate
technical literature. (ABET SO3)
- An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze
and interpret the results to improve processes. (ABET SO4)
- An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
(ABET SO5)
Enrollment and Graduation Data
Find enrollment and graduation data on college accreditation page.
Construction Management
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in construction management is a candidate
for accreditation by the American Council for Construction Education (www.acce-hq.org), (300 Decker Drive, Suite 330, Irving, Texas 75062; 972-600-8800)
- Mission, Goals and Objectives (pdf)
- Enrollment and Graduates Data (pdf)
- Quality Improvement and Strategic Plan (pdf)
- Summary of Assessment of Program Goal and Objectives (pdf)
- Summary Result of Direct Assessment of Student Achievement (pdf)
- Summary Result of Indirect Assessment (pdf)
Mechanical and Energy Engineering
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mechanical and energy engineering is
accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET (www.abet.org), (415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201; 410-347-7700)
Program Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of the Mechanical & Energy Engineering program are to produce
graduates who will:
- Graduates are successfully employed in mechanical and/or energy engineering positions
and other related fields.
- Graduates engage in lifelong learning demonstrated by advanced education, professional
development activities and/or other career-appropriate options.
- Graduates are prepared to successfully demonstrate technical and leadership competence
through ethical conduct, teaming, communication and/or problem-solving skills learned
in our program.
Student Outcomes
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- 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.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- 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.
- 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.
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret
data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning
strategies.
Enrollment and Graduation Data
Find enrollment and graduation data on college accreditation page.
Mechanical Engineering Technology
The Mechanical Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology
Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Program Education Objectives
- Graduates are expected to perform all functions assigned to a Mechanical Engineering
Technologist in the following areas of mechanical engineering practice including mechanical,
thermal, and fluid systems design, materials and manufacturing processes,
- Graduates are expected to demonstrate an ability to define, formulate, and solve mechanical
engineering problems through the application of competent technical and ethical capabilities.
- Graduates are expected to exercise communication and teamwork skills, demonstrate
an appreciation of local and global social values, and display an understanding of
the social, technical, and environmental implications of technology.
- Graduates are expected to demonstrate continued professional advancement through life-long
learning opportunities, in-service training, and engagement with professional organizations.
Student Outcomes
- An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics,
science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems
appropriate to the discipline. (ABET 1)
- An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for
broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline. (ABET 2)
- An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined
technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate
technical literature. (ABET 3)
- An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze
and interpret the results to improve processes. (ABET 4)
- An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams. (ABET
5)
Enrollment and Graduation Data
Find enrollment and graduation data on college accreditation page.