Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):

Programs should have well-defined educational objectives aligned with the institution's mission and vision.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs):

Programs must demonstrate that graduates achieve specific outcomes, including an ability to apply knowledge, design and conduct experiments, design systems, function on multidisciplinary teams, and identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.

Curriculum:

The curriculum must provide graduates with the necessary knowledge, techniques, skills, and use of modern equipment.

Faculty:

The program must demonstrate that faculty members responsible for the upper-level professional program are maintaining currency in their specialty area.

Institutional Support:

Resources including institutional services, financial support, and staff must be adequate to meet program needs.

Student Progress Monitoring:

Student performance and progress toward completion of their programs of study must be monitored and evaluated.

Facilities and Equipment:

Classrooms, offices, laboratories, and associated equipment must be adequate to support attainment of the student outcomes.

Specific Program Criteria (Vary by Discipline):

Engineering Programs:
These criteria address specific engineering disciplines and may include requirements related to mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and professional practice.

Engineering Technology Programs:

These criteria focus on the knowledge, techniques, and skills needed for practical engineering applications.

Computing Programs:

These criteria address computer science and information technology disciplines, including requirements for software development, data management, and systems analysis.

Applied and Natural Science Programs:

These criteria cover programs in fields like chemistry, physics, and biology, focusing on scientific principles and research methodologies.

Accreditation Process:

Self-Study:
Programs undergo periodic self-study to assess their strengths and weaknesses.

ABET Accreditation Process for Engineering Institutes

1. 1. Check Program Eligibility
   • Ensure your undergraduate/graduate program has "Engineering" in its name for EAC (Engineering Accreditation Commission) to accept.
2. 2. Prepare for Request for Evaluation (RFE):
   • Prepare a separate RFE for each program you're applying for.
   • Ensure approval from NBA (National Board of Accreditation) by 31st January.
3. 3. Submit RFE:
   • Submit the RFE by 31st January to initiate the process.
   • Wait for ABET's acceptance, which will be uploaded on their website.
4. 4. Team Chair Assignment:
   • ABET assigns a Team Chair to guide the institute through the process
5. 5. Fee Submission:
   • Submit the required fees as per the ABET website
6. 6. Submit Self-Study Report (SSR):
   • Submit SSR (comprising 7 criteria) by July 1 to ABET HQ and Chair
   • Include transcripts
7. 7. Onsite Review
   • ABET will send 3 experts for a 3-day onsite review
8. 8. Outcome
   • There is no ranking or grade; the program will either be accredited or not accredited.
   • The next review might be after 6 years
9. 9. Peer Team Review
   • The Deans receive the evaluation from the Peer team for any factual errors