Reflection and ABET Survey
ABET Survey:
ABET Outcomes for AE 481W/482 |
Outcome not able to be assessed |
Level of ability demonstrated but below acceptable |
Minimum acceptable level of ability demonstrated |
More than minimum level of ability demonstrated |
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering |
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X |
b. An ability to analyze and interpret data |
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X |
c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs |
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X |
e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems |
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X |
f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility |
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X |
g. An ability to communicate effectively |
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X |
h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context |
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X |
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i. An ability to engage in life-long learning |
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X |
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j. A knowledge of contemporary issues |
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X |
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice |
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X |
o. Engineering design capabilities in at least two (2) of the (3) basic curriculum areas of architectural engineering, and that design has been integrated across the breadth of the program |
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X |
p. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects |
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X |
AE 481W/482 Course Reflection:
The AE senior project afforded students the opportunity to revisit a broad range of topics studied over the last five years in one extensive, culminating project. For the first time, students were able to develop their own project and criterion with which to be evaluated. This approach allowed students to focus on areas of interest, resulting in better projects. Students were asked to study a project of their choice, develop an alternative solution, perform a self-evaluation of their redesign, and defend their work to a panel grading their performance. The progression of the course prepared students for their careers in the industry by forcing them to open their minds to alternative approaches to current industry practices and enhance their abilities to develop, present, and defend their ideas.
CPEP & Discussion Board Reflection:
The CPEP website provided an excellent resource for managing and reporting the progress and results of their work. The site also created a location for students to direct industry professionals and obtain feedback on their performance, gaining the advantage of an alternative perspective. In addition, the discussion board spawned communication between our students and members of the industry. Even if students did not receive answers to their questions, the discussion board could be used as a resource to absorb additional knowledge, assist fellow students, and consider alternative approaches to similar issues on their own projects to further develop their analyses.