Mechanical Engineering Program Outcomes

UMASS Dartmouth Mechanical Engineering graduates will have:

1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering;
2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
   1. experience in designing and building a project
   2. ability in the area of manufacturing
4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams;
   1. an ability to work collaboratively
   2. a broad interdisciplinary knowledge
5. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
7. an ability to communicate effectively;
   1. with written/graphical communication
   2. with oral communication
   3. with electronic communication
8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal context;
   1. understanding of cultural/political issues
   2. understanding of economic issues
9. a recognition of the need and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
   1. being an independent learner
   2. working in industry and/or further their education in graduate schools, not only in engineering but also in business, law, or medicine, depending on their future interests
10. a knowledge of contemporary issues; and
11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
    1. computers
    2. instrumentation