ABET Accreditation

ABET Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Departmental Mission Statement

The mission of the Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and Sciences (BCES) Department is to provide a safe working environment in the pursuit of excellence in education, research and innovation in the fields of biomedical science and engineering, chemistry and chemical engineering.  The attainment of these goals is achieved by

1. offering undergraduate and graduate level curricula that provide students the opportunity to obtain the required knowledge, and technical and communication skills, and thorough understanding of the associated safety, ethical, social and economic responsibilities in their respective fields;
2. engaging in internationally recognized research that will increase knowledge and lead to technological innovations; and
3. providing an atmosphere that stimulates intellectual curiosity and encourages creative interactions among faculty and students.

Success in the accomplishment of these goals will equip students with the capacity to thrive in diverse professional roles in research institutions, global industries and local communities.

Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering Program

Program educational objectives for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering program at Florida Tech

• Function in a technically competent manner to address challenges in biomedical engineering;
• Use their broad-based interdisciplinary education and effective communication skills to advance in their profession;
• Be engaged in successful advanced practice in biomedical engineering or entry to graduate professional programs such as medicine, dentistry or business; and
• Be engaged in the design of biomedical products, processes, and systems within the context of ethical, societal and environmental factors.

Student outcomes for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering program at Florida Tech

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, plans 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

Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes for the B.S. in Chemical Engineering Program

Program educational objectives for the B.S. in Chemical Engineering program at Florida Tech

Having provided graduates with the technical, communication and professional skills, the thorough understanding of environmental, safety, ethical and social responsibility, and the ability to participate in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams, we expect that within a few years of graduation they will:

• Demonstrate professional competence through career advancement or progress towards obtaining professional registration or certification in chemical engineering, an allied field such as environmental or materials engineering or a non-traditional field such as business or medicine;
• Successfully complete a graduate degree in chemical engineering or another discipline; and
• Volunteer their services to the profession through involvement with professional societies such as AICHE or to their respective communities through involvement with government agencies or nonprofit organizations.

Student outcomes for the B.S. in Chemical Engineering program at Florida Tech

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, plans 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 Graduation Data for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and the B.S. in Chemical Engineering Programs

Annual student enrollment and graduation data for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and B.S. in Chemical Engineering programs are provided by Florida Tech’s Office of Institutional Research.