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| Reflection |
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| ABET Outcome Survey |
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ABET Outcomes
for AE 481W/482 |
Outcome not able to be assessed |
Level of ability demonstrated but below acceptable |
Minimum acceptable level of ability demonstrated |
More than minimum level of ability demonstrated |
(Score of 0) |
(Score of 1) |
(Score of 2) |
(Score of 3) |
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a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering |
- |
- |
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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 |
- |
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g. An ability to communicate effectively |
- |
- |
X |
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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 |
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j. A knowledge of contemporary issues |
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X |
- |
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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 |
- |
- |
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X |
p. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects |
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- |
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X |
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| Course Reflection |
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The past school year has been challenging, yet very rewarding. The AE 481 course focused on the technical aspects of the existing conditions. The structure of the course kept students on track while also allowing them to understand their respective projects thoroughly. Not only were construction means, methods, and costs analyzed but design criteria were also touched upon. The broad range of education and tools give the soon to be professionals a wonderful knowledge base to take with them into their careers.
The AE 482 course got away from the structured setting and allowed a more independent version of education to each student. The freedom to exercise their efforts gave each student his or her opportunity to apply their knowledge to a topic of interest. Enough structure was in place to set the students up for success, but at the same time the responsibility was on their shoulders. Personally, this setup allowed the end product to be much more rewarding than similar parallel projects in my academic career. |
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| CPEP Reflection |
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| With today’s industry continuously improving their technological savvy, it is important to train young individuals the cutting edge methods being used. The implementation of the CPEP and the Discussion Boards made a significant impact in the amount of knowledge attained by this year’s students. The overwhelming assistance that was provided from industry members on the Discussion Board proves what Penn State University’s Architectural Engineering Program means to the industry. |
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