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Mechanical Engineering Program
Outcomes
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Program at The University of Iowa will be prepared to contribute effectively as engineers in a diverse and multidisciplinary work environment.
(A) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and fundamental engineering to mechanical engineering problems;
(B) an ability to design and conduct mechanical engineering experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data;
(C) an ability to design mechanical and thermal/fluid systems, components, and processes to meet desired needs;
(D) an ability to work effectively as members of diverse multidisciplinary and non-technical teams;
(E) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve practical mechanical engineering problems;
(F) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities;
(G) an ability to communicate effectively in written, oral, and graphical forms;
(H) the broad education necessary to make appropriate engineering recommendations and decisions in a contemporary workplace where there are diverse global, societal, economic, and environmental constraints;
(I) a recognition of the need and an ability to engage in lifelong learning;
(J) a knowledge of contemporary issues;
(K) an ability to use the principles, techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for safe and successful mechanical engineering practice;
(L) an ability to work professionally in thermal systems engineering, including the design and realization of such systems; and
(M) an ability to work professionally in mechanical systems engineering, including the design and realization of such systems.
Graduates will have the following attributes:
Outcome I: Students will demonstrate the ability to apply principles of chemsitry, calculus based physics, and advanced mathematics to solve problems in thermal-fluids and mechanical systems areas.
Outcome II: Students will demonstrate a familiarity with statistics and linear algebra in understanding and applying uncertainty analysis and solving systems of algebraic equations of problems with relevance to mechanical engineering.
Outcome III: Students will demonstrate the ability to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas including the design and realization of such systems.
Outcome IV: Students will demonstrate the ability to use contemporary methods and tools for (a) design of components and systems, (b) analysis, and (c) measurements, analysis and interpretation of data.
Outcome V: Students will demonstrate the ability to work in a diverse working environment, recognize the economic and societal contexts, and communicate effectively.
Outcome VI: Students will be able to apply their education experience to a wide career path.
Outcome VII: Students will have an appreciation of professionalism, ethics, leadership, and globalization.