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Accreditation Information
Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
Mission
The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering is committed to providing high quality and modern education in the fundamental principles and practices of chemical and biomedical engineering. The fundamental unifying theme of chemical engineering is the study of multicomponent multiphase systems at both the molecular and macroscopic scales with particular emphasis on processes with chemical transformation, i.e. chemical reaction. The biomedical engineering emphasis in the Department builds upon the chemical engineering strength and is focused on cellular and biochemical transformations in natural and synthetic environments. An integral part of the education process involves faculty and students conducting groundbreaking and innovative research in areas of critical importance to our society. The Department seeks to prepare students for academic and professional work through classroom and laboratory instruction and research with modern experimental, mathematical and computational tools.
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
B.S. in Chemical Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular Engineering Program Criteria.
Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Successfully pursue careers in a wide range of industrial, professional and academic settings through the application of their rigorous foundation in chemical engineering and strong communication skills.
- Successfully adapt and innovate to meet future technological challenges and evolving regulatory issues, while addressing the ethical and societal implications of their work at both the local and global level.
- Successfully function on interdisciplinary teams and assume participatory and leadership roles in professional societies, and interact with educational, community, state and federal institutions.
Student Outcomes
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
Students graduating from the program will have the 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. - Communication
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
Students graduating from the program will have 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. - Teamwork
Students graduating from the program will have 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. - Experimentation
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Lifelong Learning
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
Chemical Engineering
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 496 | 79 |
| 2019 | 307* | 87 |
| 2020 | 253 | 67 |
| 2021 | 233 | 49 |
|
2022 |
219 |
54 |
|
2023 |
226 | 31 |
| 2024 | -- | 45 |
| *New B.S. in Biomedical Engineering degree program began. | ||
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
B.S. in Biomedical Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Bioengineering and Biomedical Program Criteria.
Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Successfully pursue careers in a wide range of industrial, professional and academic settings through the application of their rigorous foundation in biomedical engineering and strong communication skills.
- Successfully adapt and innovate to meet future technological challenges and evolving regulatory issues, while addressing the ethical and societal implications of their work at both the local and global level.
- Successfully function on interdisciplinary teams and assume participatory and leadership roles in professional societies, and interact with educational, community, state and federal institutions.
Student Outcomes
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems at the interface of engineering, biology and medicine by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to apply engineering design to produce a system, component or process that meets specified needs within multiple realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, public health and safety, welfare, manufacturability and sustainability while incorporating appropriate engineering standards. - Communication
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
Students graduating from the program will be able to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in formulating engineering solutions and will be able to make informed judgments that must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts. - Teamwork
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team that establishes goals, plans tasks, meets deadlines and creates a collaborative and inclusive environment. - Experimentation
Students graduating from the program will be able to design and conduct biomedical engineering experiments and analyze and interpret data of importance to the design and operation of biomedical processes. - Lifelong Learning
Students graduating from the program will have the ability to recognize the ongoing need to acquire new knowledge, to choose appropriate learning strategies and to apply this knowledge to engineering problems.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
Biomedical Engineering
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 198 |
-- |
| 2020 | 279 | -- |
| 2021 | 302 | 24 |
| 2022 | 307 |
42 |
| 2023 | 306 | 40 |
| 2024 | -- | 44 |
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Mission
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering has the mission of teaching the fundamentals of civil engineering science, analysis, design and management to empower students to assume careers as professional engineers, to conduct basic and applied research, to improve the state of knowledge of civil engineering, to serve as a source of information and advice to the community on engineering matters and to assist in the continuing education of professional engineers and other interested individuals. The department has a special mission to provide an opportunity for civil engineering education for minorities and women.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
B.S. in Civil Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Civil Engineering Program Criteria.
Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Graduates will progress in successful professional careers in civil and environmental engineering or related fields, and/or enroll in studies at the graduate level;
- Graduates will apply engineering principles to address the needs of society, including sustainability; and practice effective management, communication and leadership skills;
- Graduates will respond to the rapid pace of change in civil and environmental engineering by becoming professionally licensed, engaging in ongoing continuing education and participating in professional society activities; and
- Graduates will contribute to workforce diversity as members and leaders of multidisciplinary teams.
Student Outcomes - our graduates are expected to achieve by graduation
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
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. - Communication
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
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. - Teamwork
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. - Experimentation
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Lifelong Learning
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 438 | 75 |
| 2019 | 443 | 106 |
| 2020 | 463 | 93 |
| 2021 | 516 | 83 |
| 2022 | 535 | 106 |
| 2023 | 549 | 96 |
| 2024 | -- | 122 |
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Mission
The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is to provide rigorous and fundamentally sound educational programs in Electrical and Computer Engineering at all levels – undergraduate (BS) and graduate (MS and PhD). The Department also seeks to promote the conduct of basic and applied research in forefront areas of electrical and computer engineering.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
B.S. in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program Criteria.
EE Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Graduates will have successful careers in the field of electrical engineering making important contributions in the technical areas of digital systems, digital signal processing, control systems, electronics, power systems or electromagnetics.
- Graduates will be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program, or have shown a commitment to life-long learning and continuous self-improvement.
- Graduates will maintain high ethical standards and will have participated in the research, development or application of engineering solutions that make a positive impact on industry and society.
- Graduates will make contributions to workforce diversity by functioning in local and global multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
Student Outcomes - our graduates are expected to achieve by graduation
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
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. - Communication
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
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. - Teamwork
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. - Experimentation
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Lifelong Learning
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
Electrical Engineering
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 203 | 38 |
| 2019 | 232 | 48 |
| 2020 | 205 | 52 |
| 2021 | 214 | 41 |
| 2022 | 232 | 40 |
| 2023 | 218 | 35 |
| 2024 | -- | 44 |
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
B.S. in Computer Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Engineering Program Criteria.
CpE Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Graduates will have successful careers in the field of computer engineering making important contributions in the technical areas of embedded systems, digital systems, digital signal processing, computer networks, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity.
- Graduates will be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program, or have shown a commitment to life-long learning and continuous self-improvement.
- Graduates will maintain high ethical standards and will have participated in the research, development, or application of engineering solutions that make a positive impact on industry and society.
- Graduates will make contributions to workforce diversity by functioning in local and global multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
Student Outcomes - our graduates are expected to achieve by graduation
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
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. - Communication
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
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. - Teamwork
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. - Experimentation
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Lifelong Learning
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
Computer Engineering
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 234 | 30 |
| 2019 | 248 | 17 |
| 2020 | 250 | 47 |
| 2021 | 269 | 43 |
| 2022 | 275 | 35 |
| 2023 | 278 | 33 |
| 2024 | -- | 49 |
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Mission
The mission of the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering is to provide for students a solid industrial engineering curriculum coupled with a strong research program driven by the economic and technological development needs of society.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
B.S. in Industrial Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Industrial Engineering Program Criteria.
Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Been employed in industrial, service or governmental organizations applying the industrial engineering skills in developing, designing, analyzing, implementing or improving integrated systems that include people, materials, information, equipment and energy;
- Completed or enrolled in a graduate program;
- Participated in a multicultural and diverse workplace; and
- Utilized teamwork, communication and engineering management skills.
Student Outcomes - our graduates are expected to achieve by graduation
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
- An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and computing.
- An ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering.
- An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems.
- Design Skills
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. - Communication
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
- An ability to recognize and understand professional and ethical responsibility in engineering situations.
- An ability to recognize and understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context.
- An ability to make informed judgments.
- Teamwork
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. - Experimentation
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Life-Long Learning
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 176 | 44 |
| 2019 | 166 | 40 |
| 2020 | 157 | 43 |
| 2021 | 162 | 40 |
| 2022 | 161 | 37 |
| 2023 | 143 | 49 |
| 2024 | -- | 36 |
Mechanical Engineering
Mission
The mission of the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to prepare graduates for diverse careers in mechanical engineering and related engineering fields. This is achieved by offering curriculum and professional programs to equip students with excellent problem-solving skills and fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering that enables them to continue their education throughout their careers and to function in a diverse work force and society.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the EAC Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical Engineering Program Criteria.
Program Educational Objectives - our graduates are expected to achieve within the first few years following graduation
- Make career progress in industrial, research or graduate work in mechanical engineering or allied fields.
- Design and analyze devices, products or processes that meet the needs of an employer, organization or customer, based on sound scientific knowledge and engineering practices.
- Become engineering professionals by engaging in professional activities and continuous self-development.
- Function in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments across regional and national borders.
Student Outcomes - our graduates are expected to achieve by graduation
- Scientific Knowledge and Problem Solving
An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. - Design Skills
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. - Communication
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. - Professional and Ethical Responsibility
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. - Teamwork
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. - Experimentation
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. - Life-Long Learning
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
ABET Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data (08/2024)
| Year | Fall Semester Undergraduate Student Enrollment | Previous Year B.S. Degree Graduation Data (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 625 | 114 |
| 2019 | 595 | 125 |
| 2020 | 623 | 96 |
| 2021 | 681 | 96 |
| 2022 | 720 | 101 |
| 2023 | 786 | 117 |
| 2024 | -- | 114 |