Computer Engineering (COE) PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (10/19/09) Students completing the Computer Engineering program should be able to demonstrate:

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1 Mission Statement The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has the following mission statement, as presented on the department website ( The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Kentucky is to Develop graduates who are trained in the theory and practice of electrical and computer engineering and are prepared to handle the professional and leadership challenges of their careers. Develop research laboratories and centers of excellence that advance the art of electrical and computer engineering. Serve the Commonwealth and the society at large with new products, services, and the dissemination of state-of-the-art technology.

2 Program Outcomes Computer Engineering (COE) PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (10/19/09) Students completing the Computer Engineering program should be able to demonstrate: (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams (e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) an ability to communicate effectively (h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues (k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice (l) a knowledge of mathematics through differential and integral calculus, as well as complex variables, discrete mathematics, probability, and statistics (m) an ability to analyze and design complex electrical and electronic devices, software, and systems containing hardware and software components (n) a breadth of knowledge over computer engineering (analog and digital circuit design and analysis, electronics, signals and systems, program design and abstraction, software engineering, computer organization and architecture, algorithm design and analysis, embedded systems, operating systems and compilers)

3 Part I: Inventory of Statements and Plans 1. Yes. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has the following mission statement, as presented on the department website ( The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Kentucky is to Develop graduates who are trained in the theory and practice of electrical and computer engineering and are prepared to handle the professional and leadership challenges of their careers. Develop research laboratories and centers of excellence that advance the art of electrical and computer engineering. Serve the Commonwealth and the society at large with new products, services, and the dissemination of state-of-the-art technology. 2. Yes. See ( html). Computer Engineering (COE) PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (10/19/09) Students completing the Computer Engineering program should be able to demonstrate: (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams (e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) an ability to communicate effectively (h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues (k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice (l) a knowledge of mathematics through differential and integral calculus, as well as complex variables, discrete mathematics, probability, and statistics (m) an ability to analyze and design complex electrical and electronic devices, software, and systems containing hardware and software components (n) a breadth of knowledge over computer engineering (analog and digital circuit design and analysis, electronics, signals and systems, program design and abstraction, software engineering, computer organization and architecture, algorithm design and analysis, embedded systems, operating systems and compilers)

4 3. Yes. Methods described in ABET Self-Study Report for the Computer Engineering Program at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, July 1, 2008 and Yes. Curriculum map shown/described in ABET Self-Study Report for the Computer Engineering Program at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, July 1, 2008 and Yes. Assessment cycle and plan shown/described in ABET Self-Study Report for the Computer Engineering Program at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, July 1, 2008 and Assessment cycle and plan is being updated/revised in 2010 Self-Study Report. 6. Yes. ABET Accreditation.

5 University of Kentucky Assessment Inventory for General Education and Degree Programs College: Engineering Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering General Education/Degree Program: BS in Computer Engineering Undergraduate/Graduate/Professional: Undergrtaduate Part I: Inventory of Statements and Plans 1. Is there a written mission statement or statement of purpose for this program and/or the department or unit within which the program is located? XX Yes No 2. Have you articulated student learning outcomes which describe what a student should know or be able to do when they have completed this program? XX Yes No 3. Have you chosen a method(s) of assessment for measuring student learning outcomes? Yes No 4. Do you have a document (such as a curriculum map) that links student learning outcomes to the program curriculum? Yes No 5. Have you determined an assessment cycle and fully articulated an assessment plan? Yes No 6. Does this program have an accreditation process(es) separate from SACS? Yes No

6 Part II: Assessment of Outcomes During the past year, has your program used any of the following for assessment of outcomes? Please indicate: "A" if currently being used "B" if not currently being used but interested in using "C" if not appropriate/applicable *Note: the following is not an exhaustive list; please feel free to add any other direct or indirect methods of assessment you may use, as necessary. Direct methods of assessment: (Enter A, B, C) 1. Comprehensive exams 2. Writing proficiency exams 3. National examinations assessing subject matter knowledge (e.g. Major Field Achievement Test) 4. Graduate Record Exam General Test (GRE) 5. GRE Subject Test 6. Certificate examinations 7. Licensure examinations 8. Locally developed pre test or post test for subject matter knowledge 9. Major paper/project 10. Portfolio containing representative examples of student work 11. Capstone course work (e.g. senior level seminars) 12. Audio/video recording of presentations/performances 13. Employer/supervisor internship/practicum report 14. Summative performance assessment (i.e. recitals, art exhibits, etc.) 15. Theses/Dissertations 16. Student publications and presentations of research work 17. Documented lab demonstrations/exercises 18. Other:

7 Part II: Assessment of Outcomes Continued Indirect methods of assessment: (Enter A, B, C) 1. Job placement of graduating students 2. Employer surveys and questionnaires 3. Graduate School acceptance rates 4. Student graduation/retention rates 5. Exit Interviews 6. Student satisfaction surveys 7. Student Course evaluations 8. Focus group discussions 9. Alumni surveys 10. Tracking of alumni honors, awards, and achievements at local, state, and national levels 11. Identification and assessment of at risk students 12. Analysis of student grade distributions 13. Examiniation of information contained in department's own database 14. Other evaluations of course instruction (e.g., chair or peer review) 15. Curriculum/syllabus analysis (e.g., analysis of transfer student preparation) 16. Community perception of program effectiveness 17. Community service/volunteerism participation 18. Other:

8 Part III: Other Information 1. Has this program used any of the direct or indirect methods listed above to improve student learning, operational effectiveness, student services, and/or general operations? Yes No Example 1: If Yes, please briefly note 1 3 examples Example 2: Example 3: 2. What resources (i.e., training, personnel, technology, etc.) does this program need to develop and/or implement better methods for assessing and improving student outcomes and program effectiveness? 3. Please list any additional comments or concerns. Completed by: J Robert Heath Date: 9 Oct