Implementation and results of a revised ABET assessment process

Abstract

The electrical and computer engineering programs at Iowa State University were reviewed by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET during fall 2012. The department revised its process of assessing student outcomes since the last visit in light of the current criteria for accrediting engineering programs and in the interests of efficiency and sustainability. Several faculty committees and course instructors have specific responsibilities for student outcomes assessment. The revised process takes a multilevel approach that leverages existing assessment tools and best practices. The multilevel approach supports efficient data collection while also providing sufficient data to make decisions. This paper describes the process and provides assessment examples and observations at each level. © American Society for Engineering Education, 2013.