Program Student Learning Outcomes

Mission

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science Program at Oregon Institute of Technology is an applied engineering technology program.  Its mission is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge for successful careers in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. 

Program Educational Objectives

Program educational objectives are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments that the program is preparing graduates to achieve.  The program educational objectives of OIT's Mechanical Engineering Technology program are to produce alumni who:

  • are able to analyze and design practical mechanical systems.
  • communicate effectively and work well on team-based engineering projects.
  • succeed in entry-level mechanical and manufacturing engineering positions.
  • pursue continued professional development.
  • pursue engineering technology graduate studies if desired.
     

Expected Student Learning Outcomes

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program outcomes have been mapped to the ABET a-k outcomes listed below.

  1. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines
  2. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology
  3. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes
  4. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives
  5. an ability to function effectively on teams
  6. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems
  7. an ability to communicate effectively
  8. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
  9. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities
  10. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues
  11. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement

In addition to the eleven a-k outcomes, there is an additional outcome identified through the ABET Mechanical Engineering specific criteria for the 2008 - 2009 year. This outcome is shown below.

MET a: Baccalaureate degree programs must demonstrate that graduates can apply specific program principles to the analysis, design, development, implementation, or oversight of more advanced mechanical systems or processes depending on program orientation and the needs of their constituents.

Curriculum Map

The curriculum map for the MET program can be found on the program's web page on the OIT web site.

Summary of Student Learning Outcomes

During the 2008-09 academic year, the program faculty formally assessed the student learning outcomes summarized in the attached annual report.  Additional details can be found in department assessment records.