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Learning Outcomes

The objectives of the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are that our graduates, in both individual and team environments, will have knowledge and proficiency in:

  1. the application of general design concepts;
  2. engineering problem definition;
  3. the synthesis of design alternatives and components;
  4. the analysis and optimization of designs and problem solutions;
  5. the evaluation of designs and problem solutions; and,
  6. oral and written presentations of plans, designs and problem solutions.

The objectives of the Civil Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are to produce graduates who will be:

  1. ethical and responsible citizens;
  2. well grounded in the fundamentals of engineering;
  3. able to apply engineering fundamentals to practical problems; and
  4. oriented toward design, teamwork, and public involvement.

The objectives of the Chemical Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are to prepare students who:

  1. are well-grounded in the fundamentals of chemical engineering;
  2. can understand, analyze, and design efficient processes;
  3. are proficient in the oral and written communications of their work and ideas;
  4. are able to work in multi-disciplinary teams in conjunction with their design, formulation of problems, and conducting of experiments;
  5. understand the safety and environmental consequences of their work; and,
  6. are instilled with a sense of social responsibility, ethics, and a commitment to life-long learning.

The objectives of the Computer Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are to produce graduates who:

  1. have a sound foundation in the principles of science and mathematics and can apply these principles to the solution of technological problems;
  2. understand, and are proficient in the use of, the modern theory , techniques and tools used to solve problems in computer engineering;
  3. can design new products and solve new problems in computer engineering, and can enhance their technical skills through life long learning;
  4. can work and communicate effectively, either independently or in a team, to solve technical problems using engineering principles; and
  5. have a sound understanding of the human and social ramifications of technological solutions and apply their engineering skills for the overall benefit of society.

The objectives of the Computer Science Program at the University of Idaho are to produce graduates who:

  1. have an understanding of mathematics and the science disciplines and are able to apply them to problems in computer science,
  2. have an understanding of the humanities and social sciences as motivations for ethical behavior and responsibilities,
  3. have an understanding of the importance of oral and written communication,
  4. have an understanding of reliable and efficient software systems,
  5. have an understanding of hardware/software properties, and
  6. have an understanding of the basic foundations of computer science on which can be built a long-term competency in a rapidly evolving discipline through assimilation of their professional experience and continued education.

The objectives of the Electrical Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are to produce graduates who:

  1. have a sound foundation in the principles of science and mathematics and can apply these principles to the solution of technological problems;
  2. understand, and are proficient in the use of, the modern theory , techniques and tools used to solve problems in electrical engineering;
  3. can design new products and solve new problems in electrical engineering, and can enhance their technical skills through life long learning;
  4. can work and communicate effectively, either independently or in a team, to solve technical problems using engineering principles; and
  5. have a sound understanding of the human and social ramifications of technological solutions and apply their engineering skills for the overall benefit of society.

The objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Program are to educate graduates who:

  1. the ability to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools to identify, formulate, model an solve problems by applying mathematics, science and engineering while considering how contemporary, global and societal issues impact the solutions;
  2. the ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data;
  3. the ability to model and design a thermal system, a mechanical system, a component, or a process to meet specified requirements;
  4. the ability to work on a team and to communicate effectively with others including those outside their discipline;
  5. the ability to use the knowledge and skills acquired in earlier coursework and incorporate engineering standards and realistic constraints (economic, environmental, sustainability, manufacturability, ethical, health and safety, social, and political) in their industrially or internally sponsored year-long senior capstone design projects; and
  6. an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and a recognition of the importance of life-long learning.

The Educational objectives of the Materials Science and Engineering Program at the University of Idaho are to educate graduates who will:

  1. Use their mathematics and science background to formulate and solve engineering problems,
  2. remain current in modern technology and in the tools of engineering practice,
  3. demonstrate an understanding of current economic and societal issues associated with engineering projects and their impacts,
  4. be able to communicate effectively with engineers and non-engineers while working independently or on teams to develop engineering solutions,
  5. demonstrate an understanding of their professional and ethical responsibilities as engineers and uphold their responsibility to the public and occupational health and safety, and
  6. demonstrate the importance of life-long learning and continued professional growth.