Baylor ECS Board of Advocates: Under Graduate Programs Breakout September 19, 2014

1. B.S.E.Bachelor of Science in Engineering…or “General” EngineeringBenjamin S. Kelley presentingProf. Brian Thomas and Dr. Byron Newberry committee membersDr. Mike Thompson and Prof. John Miller collaborators Baylor ECS Board of Advocates: Under Graduate Programs Breakout September 19, 2014

2. Context And the answer is….. • B.S.E.; 1989- Celebrating 25 years! • What was Baylor’s first ABET-accredited engineering degree…and how long ago? • The BSE had two concentrations (options)... • Electrical & Computer • Mechanical • The BSECE and BSME and BSE were accredited in 2001 • And “departmentalized” in 2005 • And the legacy B.S.E. persisted…

3. B.S.E. 2001-2012(Re-Engineered) • Two Options/Concentrations • Biomedical…with BME course offerings • Flexible…with seven possible engineering “stems” • Enrollments were small…some of the most celebrated ECS graduates pursued BSE path. • Biomechanics • Biomedical Signals • Computer Systems • Electronics • Fluids & Thermal Energy • Mechanical Design • Signal Processing

4. 2012 • What was the significance of 2012 in B.S.E. history? • Baylor Vision 2012 • New ECS Dean • ABET Visit • Pro Futuris ratified • The BSE adjusts path • Director retires • Dean asks questions • Advocate Board gives vision

5. What Is That Path?of the BSE Program/Degree BSE Advisory Committee: Prof. Brian Thomas, ECE Dr. Byron Newberry, ME Prof. John Miller; Dr. Mike Thompson • Eliminate “stems” that are subset of departments (duplications) • Strengthen a common “General” engineering component • Develop stems/options/concentrations that: • Provide “flavor” alternatives to ECE & ME • Is a good fit & compliment for Baylor & ECS • Student and/or employer demand • Partners with campus resources • Is “strong” link • Incubation potential • Satisfies ABET criteria (last but not least)

6. The B.S.E. Design Criteria • Must meet ABET criteria • Program Educational Objectives (PEO’s) • 48 Engineering credits • Expected Student Outcomes (a-k) • Assessable…using BSE/ECS-wide requirements • Existing assessment instruments • Though not for FE results….Can-Do Portfolio • Good-fit Concentrations • Plus alternatives for… • “Out-of-the-box” • Especially talented

7. What are those B.S.E. Program Educational Objectives? • BSE Program Educational ObjectivesWithin a few years of graduation, Baylor B.S.E. graduates will: • Establish themselves as a competent, successful, and responsible member within their chosen career profession, as evidenced by such indicators as promotions, raises, recognition, and increased responsibilities, • Or engage in post-baccalaureate study as demonstrated by earning or making progress toward an advanced degree.

8. And the B.S.E. ExpectedStudent Outcomes? • an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering • an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data • an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs • an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams • an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems • an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility • an ability to communicate effectively • the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context • a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning • a knowledge of contemporary issues • an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

9. What Is The Result?(the new path) • Gone are the “sub” concentrations • Computer Systems, Mechanical Design… • Those are really subsets of ECE and ME • Elevated are “distinct” concentrations • Biomedical (existing w/ BME courses) • GeoPetro (w/ Geology) • Environmental (w/ Environmental Science) • Humanitarian Engineering (w/ SW, Social Ent….) • Engineering Fellows….or any BU minor • Engineering Education, Pre-Health, Technical Ent…

10. What Is The Structure?(Truly a work of art!) (A solid model with flexibility) • General Education • Identical to ECE & ME • Engineering Courses (48 credits) • Previously…2 frosh courses + Jr. Design & Sr. Design • Proposed: Those four courses plus… • Required of ECE & ME: Circuits, Thermodynamics • Required of ECE or ME: Circuits lab, Digital Logic & lab, Statics, Dynamics, Systems Modeling & Control, Instrumentation & Measurements (thru soph ECE & ME year & beyond) • In addition to four upper-level engineering “electives” • (General Engineering….or Renaissance Engineering?) • Concentration Electives: 6 courses/18 credits

11. Let’s Look at a Picture(The BSE Flowchart)

12. Let’s Look at a Picture(The BSE Flowchart…With Gen Ed highlights)

13. Let’s Look at a Picture(…with Gen Ed& Math/Science highlights)

14. Let’s Look at a Picture(…with Gen Ed, Math/Science, Engineering)highlights)

15. Let’s Look at a Picture(…w/ Gen Ed, M/S, Engr, Concentration)

16. By the Numbers(Spreadsheet Form)

17. Enrollment Numbers

18. Where From Here? • With your input…Next week…Submit proposal • → Dean → Provost → Curriculum Committee → Recycle • Implement • Registrar's system • Advisors • Available to students • Flowchart and information • Retroactive to Fall 2014 • Admissions and other materials and publications

19. New Related TopicClinical Faculty Position in Engineering • In your packet • Advanced degree • 20-years experience • Distinguished career • Design course/projects • Supports BSE

20. ECS Advocate Board… Thank You! (Lasso the Cyclones!)