Accreditation and Educational Objectives | Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences

ABET Accreditation

ABET is the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. ABET is a federation of 35 professional and technical societies representing these fields. Among the most respected accreditation organizations in the United States, ABET has provided leadership and quality assurance in higher education for over 90 years.

ABET accredits over 4,500 programs at 895 colleges and universities in 40 countries. Over 2,200 dedicated volunteers participate annually in ABET evaluation activities.

Geological Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Geological and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.

Mining Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mining and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.

Geological Engineering

Program Educational Objectives

It is expected that within a few years of graduation Geological Engineering graduates of Michigan Tech will have:

Secured an entry level position or enrolled in an advanced degree program in energy resources engineering, mineral resources engineering, groundwater engineering, or geomechanics, with special emphasis on applications of geophysics in these areas.
Continued their professional development by activities such as:
- Taking the FE exam
- Attending short courses and professional seminars
Demonstrated abilities to perform as effective members of multidisciplinary design teams in the design of effective solutions to modern geological engineering problems and function and communicate in effective ways to meet the needs of a multicultural society in a professional and ethical manner, consistent with the well-being of the public in areas of health, safety and the quality of their environment. Evidence for demonstrating these abilities include, but are not limited to:
- Successful completion of graduate degree
- Presentations at professional conferences
- Awards for professional accomplishments
- Continued progress (employment and/or promotion) in their chosen career
- Involvement in professional societies and service organizations
- Presentations or other substantial service to the community organizations (K12, etc.) related to the profession.

Student Outcomes

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Mining Engineering

Program Educational Objectives

It is expected that within a few years of graduation Mining Engineering graduates of Michigan Tech will:

Have a career in mining or an allied industry, or be enrolled for higher study with due consideration of sustainable and societal issues
Be effective in the design and evaluation of solutions to challenging mining engineering problems and communicate and function effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Be expected to continue their professional development by obtaining licensure as a Professional Engineer and participating in short courses and conferences
Be expected to understand and engage in a safe, professional and ethical work practice and industrial hygiene.

Student Outcomes

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies