Educational Objectives

ABET Criterion 2. Program Educational Objectives

Each engineering program for which an institution seeks accreditation or reaccreditation must have in place:

  1. Detailed published educational objectives that are consistent with the mission of the institution and these criteria

  2. A process based on the needs of the program's various constituencies in which the objectives are determined and periodically evaluated

  3. A curriculum and processes that ensure the achievement of these objectives

  4. A system of ongoing evaluation that demonstrates achievement of these objectives and uses the results to improve the effectiveness of the program.

Department of Chemical Engineering Program Objectives
0. PREAMBLE

In compliance with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), the Department of Chemical Engineering at Auburn University has developed and maintained a well-defined set of Educational Objectives and desired Program Outcomes. The objectives and outcomes undergo continuous review and modification to assure the quality of our program and graduates. Our review process employs feedback instruments such as surveys and other assessment tools. These broad objectives describe the career and professional accomplishments of our graduates consistent with our constituents' needs and expectations. The most recent version of our educational objective list is given below.


1. TECHNICAL SKILLS: 

Our graduates will apply their technical proficiency for the professional practice of chemical engineering or any other career path they choose.

(a)  Utilize practical engineering skills for productive, gainful, and ethical careers in chemical and related industries and organizations.

(b)  Have a background that allows and encourages those who are qualified to pursue advanced technical and professional degrees.

(c)   Have sufficient breadth to make successful transitions into other professional areas, for example, medicine, law, business and management.


2. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: 

Our graduates will contribute to the professional practice of their chosen field through effective communication, leadership, teamwork, and service, while exhibiting high ethical and professional standards.


3. ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY AND SOCIETAL ISSUES: 

Our graduates will apply high standards in the performance of their professional work regarding global and societal issues including health, safety, and the protection of the environment.

4. LIFE-LONG LEARNING: 
Our graduates will continue life-long learning through professional activities and training, the pursuit of higher educational degrees, and individual professional improvement.


Approved by CHEN Faculty: September 10, 2008