Alignment with ABET ETAC and EAC Criteria for Accreditation
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Learn more about alignment between EvaluateUR-CURE outcomes and the ABET Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) and Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC).
| EvaluateUR-CURE Outcome Categories | EvaluateUR-CURE Outcome Components | ETAC | EAC |
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Communication |
Uses and understands professional and discipline-specific language |
SO-3, PI 1, PI 2 |
SO-3, PI 1, PI 2 |
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Expresses ideas orally in an organized, clear, concise, and professional manner |
SO-3, PI 3, PI 4 |
SO-3, PI 3, PI 4 |
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Writes clearly and concisely using correct grammar, spelling, syntax, and sentence structure |
SO-3, PI 1, PI 2 |
SO-3, PI 1, PI 2 |
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Creativity |
Shows ability to approach problems from different perspectives |
SO-2, PI 3 |
SO-2, PI 3 |
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Effectively connects multiple ideas/approaches |
SO-2, PI 3 |
SO-2, PI 3 |
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Uses information in ways that demonstrate intellectual resourcefulness |
SO-1, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1 |
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Autonomy |
Demonstrates an ability to work independently and identify when guidance is needed |
PM-2 |
SO-5, PI 6
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Accepts constructive criticism and uses feedback effectively |
SO-1, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1 |
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Uses time and resources effectively to ensure work gets accomplished |
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SO-5, PI 7 |
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Ability to Deal with Obstacles |
Is not discouraged by setbacks or unforeseen problems and perseveres when encountering challenges or setbacks |
SO-5, PI 1 |
SO-5, PI 1 |
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Shows flexibility and a willingness to take risks and try again |
SO-1, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1 |
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Trouble-shoots problems and searches for ways to do things more effectively |
SO-2, PI 6 |
SO-2, PI 6 |
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Intellectual Development |
Recognizes that problems are often more complicated than they first appear |
SO-2, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1 |
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Approaches problems with an understanding that there can be more than one right explanation or even none at all |
SO-2, PI 3 |
SO-2, PI 3 |
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Displays insight into the limits of his or her knowledge and an appreciation for what isn't known |
SO-1, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1 |
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Critical Thinking and Problem Solving |
Maintains a posture of open-minded skepticism when considering potential solutions to problems |
SO-2, PI 6 |
SO-2, PI 6 |
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Looks for the root causes of problems and develops or recognizes the most appropriate corrective actions |
SO-2. PI 6 |
SO-2, PI 6 |
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Recognizes flaws, assumptions, and missing elements in arguments |
SO-2, PI 6 |
SO-2, PI 6 |
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Practice and Process of Inquiry |
Demonstrates ability to formulate questions within the discipline |
SO-1, PI 1 SO-1, PI 4 |
SO-1, PI 1 SO-1, PI 4 |
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Demonstrates ability to properly identify and/or generate reliable data |
SO-1, PI1 |
SO-1, PI 1 |
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Shows understanding of how knowledge is generated, validated, and communicated within the discipline |
SO-1, PI 1 |
SO-1, PI 1 |
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Nature of Disciplinary Knowledge |
Shows understanding of the criteria for determining what is valued as a contribution in the discipline |
SO-3, PI 8 |
SO-7, PI 2 |
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Shows awareness of important contributions in the discipline and who was responsible for those contributions |
SO-3, PI 8 |
SO-7, PI 2 |
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Reads and applies information obtained from professional journals and other sources |
SO-1, PI 2 |
SO-7, PI 1, PI 2, PI 3 |
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Content Knowledge Skills and Methodology |
Displays knowledge of key facts and concepts relevant to project |
SO-1. PI 1 |
SO-1. PI 1 |
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Displays a grasp of relevant methods and is clear about how these methods apply to the project being undertaken |
SO-1. PI 1 |
SO-1. PI 1 |
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Demonstrates an appropriate mastery of skills needed to conduct the project |
SO-1. PI 1 |
SO-1. PI 1 |
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Teamwork/Collaboration |
Demonstrates ability to manage conflict among colleagues |
SO-5, PI 2, PI 3 |
SO-5, PI 2, PI 3 |
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Displays ability to share distribution of tasks |
SO-5, PI 3 |
SO-5, PI 3 |
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Shows ability to work effectively in a team |
SO-5, PI 2 |
SO-5, PI 2 |
