ABET Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. ABET accreditation is important, as it ensures that our program:

• Has received international recognition of its quality.
• Promotes “best practices” in education.
• Directly involves faculty and staff in self-assessment and continuous quality improvement processes.
• Is based on “learning outcomes” rather than “teaching inputs.”
• Can more easily determine the acceptability of transfer credits.

Through application of ABET’s quality standards, we seek to achieve a better-educated, geographically mobile, and diverse technical workforce well prepared to advance innovation and excel professionally in fields of critical importance to society. Earning a degree from an ABET accredited program:

• Verifies that your educational experience meets the global standard for technical education in our profession.
• Enhances your employment opportunities, as many companies require graduation from an accredited program.
• Supports your entry into a technical profession through licensure, registration, and certification.
• Establishes your eligibility for many federal student loans, grants, and scholarships.
• Provides greater opportunities to work globally.