ABET Program Educational Objectives

The educational mission of the Mechanical Engineering Program at Yale is to provide an excellent education, within one of the finest liberal arts universities in the nation, so that our students are prepared to become the next generation of Mechanical Engineers. Our students will have the ability to pursue graduate studies in Mechanical Engineering and pursue job opportunities as Mechanical Engineers in industry, government, and other sectors.

The following five Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) have been established for our ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering Program:
 

• PEO 1:  To provide a comprehensive introduction to the basic science and mathematics courses that provides the foundation of mechanical engineering.
   
• PEO 2:  To provide thorough training in methods of analytical, experimental, and data analysis, including problem formulation.
   
• PEO 3:  To provide the fundamentals of the design process including project innovation, synthesis, and management both individually and in a team setting.
   
• PEO 4:  To provide both technical and nontechnical programs that develop strong oral and written communication skills.
   
• PEO 5:  To instill in our students an understanding of their professional and ethical responsibilities that impact society and their profession.