ABET
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ABET OUTCOME CHECKLIST
(ABET Outcome 3a: Ability to apply
knowledge of mathematics, science, and
engineering to solve problems).
Students
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Apply mathematics, calculus and science knowledge
to tool design, force, cutting power calculations and
economics of metal cutting.
Apply engineering material properties and stressstrain relationship to analyze stress/deformation in
designing metal cutting tools.
Work on a design project in which students show
ability to apply principles of analysis and design
across manufacturing area.
(ABET Outcome 3c: Ability to design a
system, component, or process to meet
desired needs).
Students
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Design a device (a metal cutting tool : for example
broaching tool design), to perform a specific task.
Deal with open-ended problems that require
identification of the design goals and constraints,
generation and exploration of alternative solutions.
Use analytical tools to aid in the design process, select
preferred concept and support final design.
(ABET Outcome 3d: Ability to
function on multi-disciplinary teams).
Students
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Work in 3-to 5-member teams to perform a
semester-long design project.
Participate in making decisions, elect a leader,
discuss with team members, distribute the design
tasks, and compromise on team project direction.
Design and build a prototype to demonstrate its
functionality and performance.
Perform a group presentation at the end of the
semester and write a group project report.
ABET Outcome 3g: Ability to
communicate effectively)
Students
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Make a brief presentation to class at the
end of the term.
Write a final report for their design project.
Submittal organization, format, and
technical writing were addressed in class.
Class and studio discussions
(Outcome 3i: A recognition of the need for, and an
ability to engage in life-long learning).
 Students had to learn technical
material on their own through library
and internet research
(ABET Outcome 3g: Ability to
communicate effectively)
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Make a brief presentation to class at the
end of the term.
Write a final report for their design project.
Submittal organization, format, and
technical writing were addressed in class.
Class and studio discussions
Outcome 3k: Can use techniques, skills, and modern
engineering tools necessary for practice
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Acquire skills in web-based research.
Use word processing software for final project
report.
Use spreadsheet software for analytical and
data analysis and for presentation of results.
Use AutoCAD for drawing.
Use power point to prepare oral presentation.
OUTCOME ANALYSIS
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Outcome 3a: Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics,
science, and engineering to solve problems.
Students demonstrated their ability to apply math, science, and
engineering principles in 9 homework assignments, 2 midterms,
and the final exam. Their performance in these assignments and
exams was as follows:
Homework – 70% of the students earned 70% or higher in
homework scores.
Midterm I – 60% of the students scored 70% or better in the first
midterm.
Midterm II – 75% of the students scored 70% or better in the
second midterm.
Final Exam – 70% of the students scored 70% or better in the
final examination.
Student Survey Results ( 20 responses)
Outcome 3g: Ability to
communicate effectively.
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Student grades on specifically the written
aspects of the project are not up to
expectation due to their poor English
language.
The written submittals, while on average of
good quality in terms of contents, were not at
the high level of presentations.