Student Learning Outcomes
Program objectives
Educating engineering graduates that within five years of graduation exhibit:
- Competence as practicing professionals or graduate scholars through individual and team design solutions using clear communication and adapting to changing needs;
- Ingegrity to extend Christian ethical commitment to personal character growth, adaptation of professional standards, maintenance of team cohesiveness, and data-driven decitions;
- Compassion through professional leadership and broader societal engagement for service in a humble, Christ-like manner.
Desired Outcomes
Expectations for students graduating with a degree in engineering stem from the seven student learning outcomes listed in Criterion 3 from the Accrditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
- 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.
Vision Statement
Education engineering graduates who exemplify competence, integrity, and compassion. The following illustrate the vision meaning:
Competence
- Solve problems employing engineering fundamentals and innovation.
- Communicate technical solutions and their societal impacts.
- Contribute both individually and as a team member.
- Engage co-worker strengths and foster team growth.
- Adapt to futher learning and changing workplace demands.
Integrity
- Adhere to professional and personal codes of ethical conduct.
- Apply Christ-like character traits professionally and personally.
- Support positive group decision-making and team cohesiveness.
Compassion
- Adhere to professional and personal codes of ethical conduct.
- Follow Christ's lead by providing tangible and spiritual support.
- Undertake tasks that serve to benefit all society.
- Apply leadership and influence others with confidence and humility.
Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded
| Year | Enrollment | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 264 | 46 |
| 2020 | 209 | 63 |
| 2021 | 178 | 54 |
| 2022 | 158 | 35 |
| 2023 | 150 | 48 |
| 2024 | 169 | 28 |