INTEGRATING CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT INTO A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY SEMINAR COURSE: BROADENING THE STUDENT HORIZON TO BETTER FUNCTION AND APPRECIATE GLOBAL, CONTEMPORARY ISSUES
This paper describes practical techniques currently employed to effectively integrate ABET accreditation criteria for engineering technology into a junior-level seminar course. With enrollment open to electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering technology as well as construction management students, this course provides a unique, multi-disciplined atmosphere to address the many aspects of engineering "soft" skills both as a student and as a future practicing engineer. In particular, this paper will discuss innovative, strategic teaching initiatives for assessment and evaluation of specific Program Outcomes noted under TC2K Criterion 3 and recognized throughout the engineering community as essential skills that allow engineers to effectively function and grow as members of the society that they serve. These outcomes are noted below lettered appropriately as they appear in the ABET criterion: e. An ability to function effectively on teams. g. An ability to communicate effectively. h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning i. An ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities. j. A respect for diversity and knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues. k. A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
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