Mechanical Engineering Accreditation Information

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the Commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Program Educational Objectives 

Graduates of the mechanical engineering program will (within a few years of graduation):

• Pursue professional development to meet and adapt to the emerging and evolving technology.
• Embark on successful careers in the field of Mechanical engineering or related fields.
• Contribute to their fields or professions.

Student Outcomes

Students from the mechanical engineering program will attain (by the time of graduation):

• 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.

Undergraduate Enrollment & Degrees Awarded

Note: Enrollments and degrees awarded are updated each fall.