ABET Assesment for AE 481W/482	Outcome not able to be assessed (Score of 0)	Level of ability demonstrated but below acceptable (Score of 1)	Minimum acceptable level of ability demonstrated (Score of 2)	More than minimum level of ability demonstrated (Score of 3)
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering			X
b. An ability to analyze and interpret data			X
c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs			X
e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems			X
f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility				X
g. An ability to communicate effectively				X
h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context				X
i. An ability to engage in life-long learning				X
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues				X
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice				X
o. Engineering design capabilities in at least two (2) of the (3) basic curriculum areas of architectural engineering, and that design has been integrated across the breadth of the program				X
p. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects				X

Reflection:

 

Although painful at times, I believe that senior thesis was an essential class in preparing me for the real world. During my analysis, I learned how to work independently and create schedules for myself. I would make to-do lists and stick to them, which was an accomplishment in and of itself. I am proud that I was able to stick to my schedule and turn in the paper early.

I was also glad to get the chance to explore different types of mechanical systems before entering the real world. In my two summers of mechanical internships, I worked on buildings that were very similar to each other and thus had similar mechanical systems. By applying a very different system that I have never worked with before to my builidng, I gained valuable knowledge of how this system compares to the very basic systems that I'm used to working with. This helped to broaden my knowledge, which will certainly be useful to me in the future.

The CPEP site was beneficial to me throughout the year as well. I had several interviews where a potential employer pulled up my CPEP site on their computer and asked me to explain my analyses to them. This interface provided me with a clean and professional resource to showcase my knowledge to a potential employer.

Overall, I have had many positive experiences related to senior thesis and I feel that it played a vital role in rounding out my engineering education.