//reflection

//abet outcome survey

The following survey describes the correlation between the ABET Outcomes and what Hiroki Ota has learned in AE 481W & AE 482: Senior Thesis.

ABET Outcomes For AE 481W/482	Outcome Not Able To Be Assessed	Level Of Ability Demonstrated But Below Acceptance	Minimum Acceptable Level Of Ability Demonstrated	More Than Minimum Level Of Ability Demonstrated
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering				X
An ability to analyze and interpret data				X
An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs			X
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems				X
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility				X
An ability to communicate effectively			X
The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context			X
A knowledge of contemporary issues				X
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering			X
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				X
Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects			X

 

//ae 481w and 482 reflection

the architectural engineering senior thesis project was the most challenging aspect of penn state's architectural engineering curriculum. iIt challenged students to face real world engineering situations and problems that do not arise in the classroom. these non-ideal conditions made the process both difficult and beneficial. this opportunity allowed me to interact and work through issues with other students, faculty, and industry professionals. i grew more as an engineer through the past two semesters as a result of the thesis process than I have during any other time in my college career. my pool of knowledge and ability to work through problems is now more suited for a career as a structural engineer than it possibly could have been without the senior thesis project.

//CPEP discussion board reflection

the CPEP discussion board provided each student with the ability to interact with professionals of various engineering disciplines. this was an invalueable resource throughout the project. although the university provides various tools to aid students, some issues are constantly changing or only available from experience in the field. the mentors provided an expedient method of obtaining this type of information.