Mechanical Engineering Accreditation Information

The University of Indianapolis program in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Mechanical Engineering Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program will (within a few years of graduation):

• Apply their mechanical engineering education as active contributors in the workforce.
• Continue professional development through advanced studies, licenses, certifications, and/or professional society involvement.
• Demonstrate leadership in their profession and/or communities.

Mechanical Engineering Student Outcomes

Students from the Mechanical Engineering program will attain (by the time of graduation):

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. 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
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. 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
5. 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
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies