Educational Objectives and Outcomes

  1. A graduate should be able to apply the fundamental principles of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve structured problems in mechanical engineering.
  2. A graduate should be able to combine fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and modern techniques to solve realistic, unstructured problems that arise in mechanical engineering.
  3. A graduate should demonstrate the ability to design and develop useful products, processes, or systems that benefit society.
  4. A graduate should develop interpersonal skills, ethical behavior, a professional attitude and a respect for others to function effectively in a team environment.
  5. A graduate should demonstrate communications skills, write, oral, electronic and graphical, so that they can perform engineering functions effectively.

Graduating students should demonstrate the following at a level equivalent to an entry-level engineer or first year graduate student:

  1. An understanding of the fundamental principles of conservation laws, constitutive relations, mechanics and materials science.
  2. The ability to apply mathematics, science and engineering to thermofluid and mechanical systems.
  3. The ability to design a system, component or process to meet design criteria.
  4. The ability to design and conduct experiments and to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
  5. The ability to use modern engineering tools for engineering design and analysis.
  6. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  7. The ability to function within multidisciplinary teams.
  8. The ability to function professionally and ethically.
  9. An understanding of contemporary issues and the impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal context.
  10. An appreciation for the skills to accomplish life-long learning.
  11. Knowledge of chemistry and calculus-based physics with depth in at least one.
  12. The ability to apply advanced mathematics through multivariate calculus and differential equations.
  13. Familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.

Approved by the faculty 4/13/99 and revised 12/19/2000

These outcomes are consistent with requirement of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for Mechanical Engineering Programs

Mechanical Engineering Department - Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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