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ABET Information

The undergraduate programs in the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering are accredited through ABET, a nonprofit, non-governmental agency that accredits college and university programs in the disciplines of applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. ABET accredits over 4,005 programs at more than 793 colleges and universities in 32 countries.

ABET is guided by industry, government, and academic constituents. The organization's accreditation process assures University of Georgia College of Engineering programs meet the quality standards established by the various engineering professions for which the college prepares its students.

ABET Accreditation

Each of the eight undergraduate programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET as follows:

  • Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Biochemical Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org

MISSION

The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia is a community of visionary researchers, educators and learners embedded in a land-grant liberal arts university.  Our overriding priorities are to:

  • Create a vibrant environment for learning, discovery, and innovation that relies on teamwork, leadership, and effective communication.
  • Reshape the impact of engineers for the 21st century by inspiring students to reach their full potential,
  • Create breakthroughs by excellence in education and research, and
  • Pursue bold, collaborative research to identify and solve the challenges of our time.

These efforts are motivated by our resolve to help make a purposeful and rounded contribution to help bring about a more capable, responsible and resilient global society. 

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Click the following links to learn more about the Program Educational Objectives for each degree program. These objectives relate the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that UGA College of Engineering alumni should demonstrate as they move through their careers as engineers and as contributing members of society.

Student Outcomes

Students in ABET accredited engineering programs acquire knowledge, skills, and behaviors as they progress through their degree program. The Student Outcomes presented below are consistent with those of all the College of Engineering Undergraduate Programs and upon graduation from a University of Georgia College of Engineering program, students will have attained the following student outcomes:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
  2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
  4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
  5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Enrollment and degree attainment

Undergraduate Enrollment 

Degree Program 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Agricultural Engineering 142 120 100 66 56 48 49 43 51
Biochemical Engineering 83 110 102 114 132 140 155 164 172
Biological Engineering 115 157 171 231 247 271 276 262 256
Civil Engineering 63 109 151 191 242 281 272 314 339
Computer Systems Engineering 104 131 142 157 169 89 199 189 182
Electrical and Electronics Engineering   34 75 121 143 160 190 206 204
Environmental Engineering 117 134 126 135 159 169 155 149 167
Mechanical Engineering   121 294 440 607 754 799 843 897
Unspecified - Engineering     37 76 52 93 59 38 111
TOTALS 624 916 1198 1531 1807 2005 2154 2208 2379

Undergraduate Degrees Awarded 

Degree Program 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 2019-20
Agricultural Engineering 19 20 24 34 13 9 8 7
Biochemical Engineering 8 8 8 18 12 18 26 30
Biological Engineering 11 14 9 19 16 34 32 48
Civil Engineering     1 16 35 43 38 49
Computer Systems Engineering 3 5 18 12 29 27 30 35
Electrical and Electronics Engineering         22 28 30 27
Environmental Engineering 16 20 14 17 32 25 28 28
Mechanical Engineering         56 92 110 148
TOTALS 57 67 74 116 215 276 302 372

"The University of Georgia’s College of Engineering is committed to providing quality education in engineering while ensuring students have access to the many opportunities afforded students in ABET accredited programs, including scholarships, employment, and professional licensure."
Dr. Donald J. Leo, Dean, College of Engineering

Programs in the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering are accredited through ABET, a nonprofit, non-governmental agency that accredits college and university programs in the disciplines of applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. ABET accredits over 3,100 programs at more than 670 colleges and universities in 24 countries. 

The following University of Georgia College of Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET:

Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are new programs seeking initial accreditation in AY 2017-2018.

ABET is guided by industry, government, and academic constituents. The organization's accreditation process assures University of Georgia College of Engineering programs meet the quality standards established by the various professions for which the college prepares its students.

MISSION

The College of Engineering is using an interdisciplinary approach for preparing students to engage in critical issues through careers in leardership and professional practice, and addresses the challenges facing society with collaborative research in technologies and concepts that will transform Georgia, our nation and our world.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Click the following links to learn more about the Program Educational Objectives for each degree program. These objectives relate the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that UGA College of Engineering alumni should demonstrate as they move through their careers as engineers and as contributing members of society.

Student Outcomes

Students in ABET accredited engineering programs also acquire certain attributes, abilities, and skills as they progress through their degree program. Upon graduation from a UGA College of Engineering program students will have attained the following student outcomes:

  • 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 within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
  • An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
  • An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
  • An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
  • An ability to communicate effectively;
  • The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global economic, environmental and societal context;
  • A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning;
  • A knowledge of contemporary issues;
  • An ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Enrollment and degree attainment

Undergraduate Enrollment 

Degree Program 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Agricultural Engineering   142 120 100 66 56
Biochemical Engineering 83 110 102 114 132
Biological Engineering 115 157 171 231 247
Civil Engineering 63 109 151 191 242
Computer Systems Engineering 104 131 142 157 169
Electrical and Electronics Engineering   34 75 121 143
Environmental Engineering 117 134 126 135 159
Mechanical Engineering   121 294 440 607
Unspecified - Engineering     37 76 52
TOTALS 624 916 1198 1531 1807

Undergraduate Degrees Awarded 

Degree Program 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2019-20
Agricultural Engineering 19 20 24 34 13
Biochemical Engineering 8 8 8 18 12
Biological Engineering 11 14 9 19 16
Civil Engineering     1 16 35
Computer Systems Engineering 3 5 18 12 35
Electrical and Electronics Engineering         22
Environmental Engineering 16 20 14 17 32
Mechanical Engineering   121     56
TOTALS 57 67 74 116 215