Educational Objectives and Outcomes

The Department of Mechanical Engineering follows an outcomes-based approach to education that ensures our graduates are prepared to meet the demands of both local and global engineering practice.

Our Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Program is guided by program educational objectives and student outcomes  that define what students and alumni should be able to do at key stages of their academic and professional development.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEOs describe the expected career and professional accomplishments of our graduates within three to five years after graduation.

Alumni are expected to be able to:

  • Assume leadership roles in their chosen fields of professional practice.
  • Create opportunities and deliver services that support inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development.
  • Excel in research, development, and innovation in mechanical engineering and related disciplines.
  • Pursue lifelong personal and professional development with motivation and purpose.

Student Outcomes (SOs)

SOs identify the abilities that students must be able to demonstrate by the time they graduate.

Graduates must be able to:

  • Apply core mechanical engineering principles to identify, analyze, and solve real-world engineering problems.
  • Communicate effectively in oral, written, and visual formats across technical and professional contexts.
  • Work productively in teams, exhibiting responsibility, leadership, and collaboration.
  • Commit to lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
  • Design, implement, and manage engineering systems with consideration for safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Develop engineering solutions that uphold professional ethics and comply with relevant national and international standards.
  • Conduct relevant R&D activities that contribute to the advancement of mechanical engineering knowledge and practice.

Course Outcomes (COs)

COs define what students must be able to do by the end of each course. These COs are mapped to the broader Student Outcomes and ensure coherence across the curriculum. The most recent versions of course syllabi are found here.

The BSME program at the UP Department of Mechanical Engineering is built on a clear outcomes-based framework that aligns course-level learning with broader student outcomes and long-term professional objectives. By systematically linking Course Outcomes, Student Outcomes, and Program Educational Objectives, the curriculum ensures that graduates are not only technically competent but also equipped with leadership, ethical responsibility, and a commitment to lifelong learning. This integrated approach prepares students to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of mechanical engineering and to the sustainable development of society.