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MAE A- Z Index

Departmental Objectives and Outcomes


An essential purpose of the MAE degree programs is to provide educational programs that will prepare graduates to excel within the broad scope of the engineering profession. Therefore, the MAE programs put forth the following educational objectives.

To instill in the graduate:

  1. The desire and capability of lifelong learning

  2. A strong foundation in science, mathematics and engineering science

  3. The ability to assume a leadership role in the mechanical or aerospace engineering professions

  4. Technical competence in multiple areas of mechanical or aerospace engineering practice

  5. An understanding of the importance of ethics, safety, professionalism and socioeconomic concerns in resolving technical problems


Program Outcomes


MAE program outcomes established to accomplish the educational objectives are as follows.

  • an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering

  • an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

  • an ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability

  • an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams

  • an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems

  • an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

  • an ability to communicate effectively

  • the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context

  • a recognition of the need for, and the ability to engage in, lifelong learning

  • a knowledge of contemporary issues

  • an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

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