MET Program Outcomes

Listed below are the MET Program Outcomes that MET students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors that students acquire in their matriculation through the program.  The Program Outcomes that are designated by letters are directly in line with ABET outcome requirements of Criterion 2.  The Program Outcomes that are designated by numbers are additional program outcomes that are specific to the WWU MET program.

1. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines,
   1. materials used in manufacturing, including, but not limited to, metals and polymers,
   2. processes used in manufacturing, including, but not limited to, machining, foundry, forming, joining, assembly, and automation,
   3. utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software in order to support manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to, part design, assembly modeling, and engineering documentation,
   4. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge and applications of quality assurance, operations management, and project management,
   5. the design and/or use of tooling to support manufacturing processes,
   6. safety, ergonomics and maintenance as applied to manufacturing processes and equipment.

2. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology,
3. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes,
   1. apply statistics and design of experiments to find solutions to manufacturing problems,

4. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives,
   1. apply the engineering design process to successfully complete a design project related to manufacturing,

5. an ability to function effectively on teams,
6. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems,
   1. apply statistics and design of experiments to find solutions to manufacturing problems,
   2. apply the engineering design process to successfully complete a design project related to manufacturing,

7. an ability to communicate effectively,
8. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning,
9. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities,
10. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues,
11. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.