Calendar 2005-2006 - The University of Akron

118 The University of Akron 2005-2006
College of
Engineering
G. Haritos, Ph.D., Dean
Subramaniya Hariharan, Ph.D, Associate Dean of Research
Paul C. Lam, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Undergraduate Studies and
Diversity Programs
OBJECTIVES
The College of Engineering provides educational opportunities for students at
both the undergraduate and graduate levels who wish to pursue careers in engineering.
The faculty in the College of Engineering performs research with the purpose
of contributing new knowledge to the fields encompassed by engineering
principles. Professional service is in concert with the objectives of the University.
COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS
Admission
To be admitted to the College, the student must have a) completed 30 credits of
course work; b) completed the second course of Analytical Geometry-Calculus;
and c) received “C-”or better in all required math courses that were attempted
less than three times, or at least a “B” for any such course attempted a third
time. The student must have no more than three grades for any one course and
no more than six “repeats for change of grade.” The student must have a 2.3
grade-point average in three of the following areas: overall, engineering, math,
and science.
Students accepted into the University Honors College as engineering majors are
automatically admitted to the College of Engineering. Incoming freshmen with
appropriate credentials may receive direct admission to the College upon application
(See University Admissions in Section Three)
Transfer Students
Students transferring into the College of Engineering from universities other than
The University of Akron must satisfy the same College of Engineering Admission
requirements as those students from The University of Akron.
Continuation in the Baccalaureate
Programs
Academic Probation
A student is on academic probation when half or more of the credit hours or courses
for any semester results in grades of D+, D, D-, F, I, and/or W; the overall or engineering
grade point average is less than 1.50; the overall or engineering grade point average
for two consecutive semesters is less than 2.00; and the cumulative grade point
average for all engineering courses is less than 2.00. Students should consult the
Associate Dean, Undergraduate Studies for removal from Academic Probation.
Academic Suspension
A student who has been on Academic Probation for at least one semester, and who
is not removed from probation by recommendation from the department head, shall
be suspended from the College for a period of two consecutive semesters or a consecutive
semester and a summer session only if the student’s cumulative grade point
average is greater than 2.00. If less than 2.00, the student shall be dismissed from the
University unless accepted by another college within the University. Any student who
attempts any course for a third time and obtains a grade below a C- shall be suspended
from the College for two consecutive semesters or a consecutive semester and
summer session.
Degrees
The College offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical Engineering,
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Polymer
Engineering, and Engineering.
Requirements for Graduation
Compliance with University requirements, Section 3 of this Bulletin.
Completion of the requirements in the appropriate list of courses and a minimum
of 136-140 credits of course work.
Recommendation of the student’s department.
Achievement of 2.00 grade point average in all engineering course work attempted
with 4XXX course prefix.
Engineering Accreditation
Engineering is that profession in which knowledge of mathematics and natural
sciences, gained by study, experience, and practice, is applied, with judgement,
to develop ways to utilize economically the materials and force of nature for the
benefit of mankind.
Admission to the engineering profession is normally through a university undergraduate
program in one of the disciplines of engineering. Curricular criteria are
established by academic and industrial representatives that sit on the Accrediting
Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The curricular criteria under which
Akron’s Engineering programs are currently accredited are:
• One year of mathematics and basic science
• One-half year of humanities and social sciences
• One year of engineering science
• One-half year of engineering design
In addition, the ABET 2000 Criteria requires that (1) each program shall make a
formal assessment of each student’s ABET Required Abilities and (2) that a
process must exist by which the student assessments can be used to modify the
educational delivery process. The ABET Required Student Abilities are:
• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data.
• An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• An ability to communicate effectively.
• An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice.
• An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions
in global and societal context.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• A knowledge of contemporary issues.
The Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Polymer
Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and Mechanical Engineering programs are ABET accredited programs.
Cooperative Education
The optional cooperative education program provides for a coordinated sequence
of alternate periods of classroom instruction and employment during the five-year
program.
The cooperative program simultaneously provides for the development of fundamental
principles in the classroom and for their application in practice. The student
has the opportunity to find the type of work and organization in which the
student can best apply individual ability. The student gains an appreciation of the
problems of labor and management by first-hand experience. The student develops
mature judgement by coping with the everyday problems. The employer of a
co-op student has the ability to train and select a student whose abilities and aptitudes
can be adapted to the needs of technical staff requirements.
While a student is at work, all rules and regulations prescribed by the employer
must be obeyed. In addition, the student is subject to all current labor laws and
conditions. The student is considered a full-time student by the University while
on industrial assignments.
The University does not guarantee employment, but makes every effort to place
a student in the best learning situation that is consistent with the acquisition of
sound professional experience.