BSEnvE Objectives and Outcomes
Vision of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Lead the transformation of Civil and Environmental Engineering education and research to address the pressing global challenges of the 21st Century.
Mission of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
We will achieve our vision through education, discovery and technological solutions that improve quality of life in a changing global environment.
Core Values of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Rigor
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Diversity
Strategic Goals of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Prepare students to excel in engineering careers within a global marketplace
- Increase the scope, scale, and impact of research programs
- Become leaders in the implementation of Georgia Tech and College of Engineering (COE) initiatives
- Improve the Schools visibility within academic, professional, and alumni communities
The B.S.EnvE curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all students. The Program Educational Objectives associated with this mission are:
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Graduates will be technically competent. This includes having the ability to analyze and solve environmental engineering problems by applying basic principles of mathematics, science, and engineering. Graduates will be able to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools to identify, formulate, and solve environmental engineering problems.
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Graduates will be able to apply the knowledge and skills from a broad education in order to understand the impact of environmental engineering solutions in a global, societal, and environmental context consistent with the principles of sustainable development.
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Graduates will be prepared for professional practice in environmental engineering. Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of ethical, societal, and professional responsibility; will recognize the limits of their knowledge and initiate self-directed learning opportunities; and will be able to function and communicate effectively individually and within multidisciplinary teams.
The faculty of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering first developed the Program Educational Objectives for the B.S.Env.E. in 2006.
The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering derived a set of Program Outcomes for the B.S. EnvE. degree from these Program Educational Objectives and the are listed below. Further, the relationships to the B.S. Env.E. Program Educational Objectives and the EAC/ABET Criterion 3 (a-k) outcomes are also identified.
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A broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to understand the impact of environmental engineering solutions in a global, societal, and environmental context. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3h,j) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
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An ability to solve environmental engineering problems in practice by applying fundamental knowledge of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, and engineering principles, and by using modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3a,k, Program Criteria) (Program Educational Objective A)
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An ability to identify, formulate, and solve environmental engineering problems, particularly the planning design, implementation, and operation of engineered and natural systems, components, or processes that meet specified performance, cost, time, safety and quality needs, and objectives. (AEC/ABET Criterion 3c,e) (Program Educational Objectives A and B)
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An ability to design and conduct experiments, to analyze and interpret data in air, water, and land systems, and to assess impacts on environmental health. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3b,j,k, Program Criterion) (Program Educational Objective A)
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An ability to convey technical material through oral presentations. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3g) (Program Educational Objective C)
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An ability to convey technical material through written papers/reports. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3g) (Program Educational Objective C)
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An ability to function within multidisciplinary teams. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3d) (Program Educational Objective C)
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An understanding of professional, societal, and ethical responsibilities. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3f) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
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A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3i) (Program Educational Objective C)
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An ability to perform environmental engineering design by means of integrated design experiences. (EAC/ABET Program Criterion) (Program Educational Objectives A and B)
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An ability to apply knowledge of earth sciences, biology, physics, chemistry, and fluid mechanics to environmental engineering systems. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3a, Program Criterion) (Program Educational Objective A)
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An introductory knowledge of environmental issues relevant to air, land, and water systems and associated environmental health impacts. (EAC/ABET Program Criterion) (Program Educational Objective B)
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An understanding of the role and responsibilities of public institutions and private organizations pertaining to environmental engineering. (EAC/ABET Program Criterion) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
Link between the BSEnvE Program Outcomes to achievement of Program Educational Objectives