Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accreditation Information

 

Universidad del Turabo is an institution accredited by:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Council of Higher Education of Puerto Rico

In addition, it is seeking ABET accreditation for its three engineering Bachelor of Science degrees. The programs and the schedule for ABET accreditation is as follows:

Program

Schedule

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

2004

B.S. Electrical Engineering

2006

B.S. Industrial and Management Engineering

2008

 

ABET Engineering Criteria 2000

THE GUIDING PRINCIPLE

(Cited from "ABET Self Study Questionnaire")

ABET Engineering Criteria 2000 is based upon what students learn in the course of their program of studies as opposed to what they are presented in a curriculum. Consequently, institutions are required to have educational objectives and to employ outcomes assessment techniques to determine the degree to which program goals and objectives are being attained. The assessment, in turn, is used in an ongoing process of improving student learning through enhancements to the program.

GENERAL CRITERIA FOR BASIC LEVEL PROGRAMS

(Cited from "ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs")

These criteria are intended to ensure quality and to foster the systematic pursuit of improvement in the quality of engineering education that satisfies the needs of constituencies in a dynamic and competitive environment. It is the responsibility of the institution seeking accreditation of an engineering program to demonstrate clearly that the program meets the following criteria:

Criterion 1:

Students

Criterion 2:

Program Educational Objectives

Criterion 3:

Program Outcomes and Assessment

Criterion 4:

Professional Component

Criterion 5:

Faculty

Criterion 6:

Facilities

Criterion 7:

Institutional Support and Financial Resources

Criterion 8:

Program Criteria

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

(Cited from "ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs")

Although institutions may use different terminology, for purposes of criterion 2, program educational objectives are intended to be statements that describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first several years following graduation from the program.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT

(Cited from "ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs")

Although institutions may use different terminology, for purposes of Criterion 3, program outcomes are intended to be statements that describe what students are expected to know or be able to do by the time of graduation from the program.

Engineering programs must demonstrate that their graduates have:

a.

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.

b.

An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.

c.

An ability to design a system component, or process to meet desired needs.

d.

An ability to function on a multidisciplinary team.

e.

An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.

f.

An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.

g.

An ability to communicate effectively.

h.

The broad education to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.

i.

A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.

j.

A knowledge of contemporary issues.

k.

An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

 

COURSE ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS

(Designed by UT School of Engineering Faculty)

Instrument

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

h

i

j

k

Exams, Quizzes, Homeworks

(Most courses)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Laboratory Reports

(Laboratory courses)

X

X

X

X

X

X

Design Reports

(Many engineering courses integrate a design experience)

X

X

X

X

X

X

Videos - Oral Presentations

(MEEN 475 Multidisciplinary Experience in Industry)

(ENGL 331 Oral Communications)

X

X

X

X

X

X

Oral Report Rubric

(Several courses are integrating oral presentation experiences)

X

Written Report Rubric

(Many engineering courses)

X

Engineering Drawings Rubric

(Courses with open-ended design experiences)

X

X

X

X

Teamwork Assessment Form

(MEEN 475 Multidisciplinary Experience in Industry)

X

Peer Evaluation Form (Team Experience)

(MEEN 475 Multidisciplinary Experience in Industry)

X

Faculty Course Assessment Form

(All engineering courses)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Student Evaluation of Engineering Faculty

(All engineering courses)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

PROGRAM ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS
(Designed by UT School of Engineering Faculty)

Instrument

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

h

i

j

k

Alumni Questionnaire

(Factual. Every three years. 2003, 2006.)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Alumni Survey

(Opinion. Every three years . 2003, 2006.)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Employer Survey

(Opinion. Every three years . 2003, 2006.)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Exit Survey of Graduating Students

(Every semester)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

FE Exam Results

(Obtained through alumni questionnaire)

X

X

X

Professional Society Membership and/or Participation in Continuing Education

(Obtained through alumni questionnaire)

X

Employment as Engineers (or closely related)

(Obtained through alumni questionnaire)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Industrial Advisory Board Input

(Minimum of once every three years)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Direct Assessment Forms
(Every semester) 		X X X X X X X X X X X
 
 

PROGRAM CRITERIA FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

(Cited from "ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs")

Lead Society: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

These program criteria will apply to all engineering programs including "mechanical" or similar modifiers in their titles.

1. Curriculum

The program must demonstrate that graduates have: knowledge of chemistry and calculus-based physics with depth in at least one; the ability to apply advanced mathematics through multivariate calculus and differential equations; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; the ability to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas including the design and realization of such systems.

2. Faculty

The program must demonstrate that faculty members responsible for the upper-level professional program are maintaining currency in their specialty area.

ABET STEERING COMMITTEE

Victoria de Jesús, SUAGM President's Assistant

Iris Berríos, SUAGM President's Assistant

Dr. Roberto Lorán, UT Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Dr. Pierre Schmidt, Dean, UT School of Engineering

Ing. Antonio Feliciano, Associate Dean, UT School of Engineering

Sr. José Pérez Colón, UT Assistant Vice-Chancellor for Assessment

Ing. Juan Carlos Morales, Chairperson, UT Department of Mechanical Engineering

INDUSTRIAL ADVISORY BOARD

Ing. Félix Amador

Ing. María Flores

Ing. Luis Pagán

Ing. Jorge Pierluisi

Ing. Yolanda Ramos

Ing. Eliezel Rodriguez

Ing. Jesús Santa

Ing. Jaime Vázquez Plard

CODE OF ETHICS OF ENGINEERS
(as defined by ABET)

The Fundamental Principles

Engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by: using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare; being honest and impartial, and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and clients; striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and supporting the professional technical societies of their disciplines.

Fundamental Canons

  1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public and shall strive to comply with the principles of sustainable development in the performance of their professional duties.
  1. Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence.
  1. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
  1. Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.
  1. Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and shall not compete unfairly with others.
  1. Engineers shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity, and dignity of the engineering profession.
  1. Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers, and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision.