ABET Accreditation

The Paper Science and Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

Within a few years after graduation, alumni of the Paper Science and Engineering Program at NC State University will be:

• Effective engineers and leaders in the paper, chemical process and related industries.
• Professionals who act in a safe and ethical manner.
• Learners who acquire, analyze, and apply new knowledge effectively.

To achieve these objectives, students are expected to meet the following learning outcomes during the course of the curriculum:

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, societal, 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