Curriculum Review & Development: ABET Accreditation, 2018

Overview

This post documents the process of curriculum review and development undertaken in 2018 to align our engineering program with the criteria and standards set by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

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Purpose

• Ensure compliance with ABET accreditation requirements.
• Enhance the quality and relevance of the engineering curriculum.
• Foster continuous improvement to better serve students and industry needs.

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ABET Accreditation Overview

ABET is a recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. Accreditation ensures that programs meet the quality standards necessary to prepare graduates to enter the global workforce.

ABET Official Website

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Review & Development Process

Step	Description
1. Gap Analysis	Compared existing curriculum with ABET 2018 criteria and student outcomes.
2. Stakeholder Consultation	Gathered input from faculty, students, alumni, and industry partners.
3. Curriculum Mapping	Aligned courses and learning outcomes with ABET standards.
4. Revision Implementation	Updated course content, teaching methods, and assessment strategies.
5. Documentation	Prepared self-study report and supporting evidence for ABET review.

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Key Changes Made

• Revised course syllabi to explicitly address ABET student outcomes.
• Introduced new modules on ethics, teamwork, and lifelong learning.
• Enhanced assessment methods, including rubrics aligned with ABET criteria.
• Strengthened industry engagement through guest lectures and internships.
• Improved documentation and continuous improvement processes.

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Outcomes

• Achieved ABET accreditation external consultation approval for the Software Engineering program (2018).

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Reflections & Future Plans

• Continue regular curriculum reviews based on updated ABET criteria.
• Gather and analyze data for continuous improvement.
• Expand industry partnerships and experiential learning opportunities.

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Acknowledgements

Thanks to all faculty, students, industry partners, and the accreditation committee whose collaboration made this review and development process successful.

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For Department Of Software Engineering @UPM Official Website