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a.   Applications of mathematics, science, and engineering - The ability to apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to the analysis of various problems and issues related to the fields of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering.

1. The overall NDSU experience in applications of math, science, and engineering.
2. The IME programs provide ample opportunities to apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering.
3. I can employ general principles, theories, concepts, and/or formulas from mathematics, science, and engineering in the solution of a wide range of problems related to my engineering program.

b.   Design, experimentation, analysis, and interpretation of data – An ability to design and conduct scientific and engineering experiments, and interpret the results for analyzing alternative designs or problem solutions.

1. The NDSU educational experiences promoted my ability to design and conduct experiments.
2. My program provided opportunities to increase my ability to design and conduct experiments.
3. I am adequately prepared to independently design and conduct experiments.
4. The laboratory experiences were helpful in increasing my ability to design and conduct experiments.
5. I can measure, record and present raw and summary data and analyze those data for the purposes of understanding and explaining the data.
6. I can define variable types (pertinent dependent and independent), and determine how many and where to take measurements based on a thorough understanding of accuracy and precision.

c.   Design of system, component, and process – The ability to apply various tools, techniques, and philosophies to design productive systems, components, and processes that meet desired needs.

1. I can engage productively and creatively in the design process.
2. In conducting projects, I am able to: identify the project goal; define the project scope; and search for alternatives for achieving the outcome.
3. In conducting projects, I am able to use various tools to choose among possible solutions.
4. I am able to conduct and document economics analysis of proposals for alternative solutions.
5. The design experiences offered through program courses were valuable.

d.    Teamwork - An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams and be an effective contributing member, and an ability to manage projects.

1. The program offered many opportunities to work in teams.
2. In general, teamwork experiences in all of my undergraduate courses were positive.
3. I had the opportunity to interact with other disciplines.
4. I have a conceptual understanding of group dynamics and team project experiences have given me the skills and strategies that will make any future teamwork successful.
5. I can participate effectively as member of multi-disciplinary team, working with people who bring different skills, expertise, and perspectives to a project.
6. The instruction and guidance in teamwork I have received from professors in IME was adequate.

e.   Engineering Problem Solving – An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems, using a system approach that includes people, materials, equipment, facilities, energy and information.

1. Program courses and laboratories have given me opportunities to solve engineering problems.
2. I can define a program-related problem by specifically describing the problem conditions—what is known or given, and what the unknowns are.
3. I can apply the appropriate program-related principles to find the unknowns and arrive at correct and effective solutions to the problem.

f.  Professional and Ethical Responsibility – An understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.

1. I belong to the professional society in my field.
2. I was encouraged by the faculty to join the professional society.
3. Ethical considerations covered/addressed in some of the engineering courses.
4. The coverage of ethics was adequate.
5. I am familiar with the applicable professional codes of conduct for my engineering program.

g.   Communications – An ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms and an ability to use technology for enhanced communications to express ideas and findings.

1. The program helped you to improve my communication skills
2. The program emphasizes the importance of lab/project reports in helping to improve communication skills.
3. The program offered many opportunities to help with communication skills.
4. Outside the IME courses, there were other experiences that helped me with communication skills.
5. I understand the kinds of writing and speaking I will be asked to do as professional engineer.
6. I can develop professional documents appropriate such as laboratory reports, progress reports, technical reports, technical presentations, etc.
7. I can summarize technical material (mathematical solutions, charts, graphs, figures, tables, design drawings, etc) in ways appropriate to a particular audience.
8. I received high quality guidance and instruction in writing and speaking.

h.    Broad Education – The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions on societies, including environmental, economical, humanitarian, and legal implications.

1. I perceive my profession and my individual contribution to the profession as having an impact on society.
2. I recognize and understand the nature of and significance of the vital interactions among science, technology, and social values.
3. I understand the influence of science and technology on civilization and of the way science and technology have been applied to the betterment of humankind.
4. My education at NDSU has contributed to my understanding of the global issues relating to engineering and the societal context of engineering as a profession.
5. The Department and/or program helped me shape my understanding of my responsibilities.
6. The humanities and social sciences courses that I took influence my thinking about the role of engineering in society.

i.   Life Long Learning - The recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in continuous professional self-improvement and lifelong learning.

1. I attended lecture(s) in the field of engineering that was not part of the curriculum.
2. I browsed the internet or in the library for engineering information that was not related to my classes.
3. In my engineering assignments, I went beyond the assignment just because it interested me.
4. I have read technical article(s) just for fun.
5. I understand the need for further education and self-improvement.
6. I was a student member and participated actively in an engineering society.
7. I understand the value of membership in an appropriate professional organization.
8. I plan to become a full member in an engineering society after graduation.

j.   Contemporary Issues - Knowledge of contemporary issues including world events, emerging technologies, productivity tools and techniques, and human and environmental safety and welfare.

1. The use of periodicals, both technical and non-technical to learn about contemporary issues was emphasized.
2. Reading topics outside of the IME field and related to contemporary issues was encouraged.
3. I took advantage of available facilities and media to learn about the contemporary issues.
4. I recognize and understand the various modes of inquiry into human nature and experience, organization and change in human societies, and the nature of the world relevant to my field of engineering.

k. Techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools – An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for industrial engineering practices.

1. As a result of my education I am comfortable with computers as a tool of engineering.
2. The use of application software for engineering purposes was emphasized enough.
3. Programming for engineering applications was adequately emphasized.
4. The use of internet was emphasized as a tool of engineering.
5. I made extensive use of the internet as a tool of engineering.

1

I feel confident in my ability to define, analyze and solve problems in process engineering relevant to modern industries.

2

I feel confident in my ability to define, analyze and solve problems in production engineering relevant to modern industries 

3

I understand how discrete products are developed and produced in …

3.1

… discrete metal hardgoods

3.2

… plastics and composites

3.3

… electronics

4

I can analyze a product and determine which parts should be out-sourced and which produced in a factory.

5

I can create analytical, schematic, process flow and computer models of manufacturing processes and production systems that can be manipulated to provide information to support design decisions.

6

I am confident that I can design effective and efficient manufacturing processing solutions for …

6.1

… machined metal parts

6.2

… formed metal parts

6.3

… welded assemblies

6.4

… parts formed from composite materials

6.5

… formed plastic parts

6.6

… printed circuit boards

6.7

… packaged microelectronics

7

I feel confident that I can select specific machine tools and tooling for effective and efficient processing of a defined part.

8

I can design a manufacturing processing or production system solution that is cost-effective for my company.

9

I can determine effective and efficient staffing for a manufacturing processing station or workcell or for a complete production system.

10

I understand the environmental, health and safety and sustainability factors in a manufacturing processing or production system design.

11

I understand the ethical, economic, social and political implications of manufacturing process and production system designs.

12

I believe that I am equipped with the understanding, capabilities and insights necessary to independently attain new knowledge for my continuing professional and personal development.

13

I can design experiments to investigate manufacturing situations and obtain the data needed to reach effective engineering judgments.

14

I am confident in my ability to identify, select and search out the necessary data for designing manufacturing processing and production systems solutions.

15

I can function as an effective team member in either leadership or fellowship roles.

16

I can write an effective and focused engineering report.

17

I am confident in my ability to prepare and deliver a professional presentation on an engineering subject.

18

I can write a focused report on engineering subjects that will effectively inform a non-technical audience.

19

I am confident in my ability to prepare and deliver a presentation on engineering subject that will effectively inform a non-technical audience.