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The University of Texas at Austin
The Cockrell School of Engineering

ME Program Outcomes and Educational Objectives

Student, his father and a professor pose at the Commencement party in front of the Ford graphic in the T-Room

Undergrad honors student Gede Bhawa (right) celebrated graduation with his father Made Sulitra, of Indonesia, and Assistant Professor Michael Webber.



ME Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives are statements that describe the expected accomplishments and professional status of ME graduates 3-5 years beyond the baccalaureate degree.

The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to graduating mechanical engineers who:

  1. Practice mechanical engineering in the general stems of thermal/fluid systems, mechanical systems and design, and materials and manufacturing in industry and government settings.
  2. Are prepared for advanced education, research and development, and other creative efforts in science and technology.
  3. Conduct themselves in a responsible, professional and ethical manner.
  4. Participate as leaders in activities that support service to and economic development of the region, state and nation.

ME Program Outcomes

Program Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes ME graduates should be able to demonstrate at the time of graduation.

  1. Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering and science fundamentals to real problems.
  2. Ability to formulate and solve open-ended problems.
  3. Ability to design mechanical components, systems and processes.
  4. Ability to set up and conduct experiments, and to present the results in a professional manner.
  5. Ability to use modern computer tools in mechanical engineering.
  6. Ability to communicate in written, oral and graphical forms.
  7. Ability to work in teams and apply interpersonal skills in engineering contexts.
  8. Ability and desire to lay a foundation for continued learning beyond the baccalaureate degree.
  9. Awareness of professional issues in engineering practice, including ethical responsibility, safety, the creative enterprise, and loyalty and commitment to the profession.
  10. Awareness of contemporary issues in engineering practice, including economic, social, political, and environmental issues and global impact.