Arkansas State University - College of Engineering

The overall educational objectives of the General Engineering program at Arkansas State University are:

1.)	All engineering graduates will have a broad education in the fundamentals of engineering principles and professional practices that forms a strong, flexible base and enables them to fill a variety of responsible engineering positions.
2.)	Most graduates will have specialized training in one area of concentration that will enable them to successfully perform at entry-level engineering positions. Some graduates will prefer and be capable of continuing their education in graduate school.

The more specific objectives that reflect the desired outcomes or skills possessed by the engineering graduates are listed below. With respect to the first overall educational objective, all graduates of the General Engineering program will have:

1.	A good understanding of mathematics, science, and engineering, and an ability to apply this knowledge in engineering practice;
2.	An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to acquire, analyze, and interpret data;
3.	An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
4.	An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
5.	An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
6.	An ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
7.	The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context;
8.	A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning; and
9.	A knowledge of contemporary issues.

With respect to the second overall educational objective:

1.	All graduates will have an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern tools necessary for entry-level practice in their area of concentration;
2.	All graduates will be able to analyze and design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs in their area of concentration; and
3.	Some graduates will have developed the necessary skills and knowledge to be accepted and be successful in a graduate education program.

The General Engineering degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and thus, has established a system to determine and periodically evaluate the above educational objectives as necessary to satisfy constituent needs, to implement a curriculum and program as needed to achieve the educational objectives and desired outcomes, to provide ongoing evaluation and assessment that demonstrates achievement of these objectives and outcomes, and that uses the assessment results to improve the effectiveness of the program. The General Engineering program is guided in this process by the Engineering Advisory Board.