Accreditation

ABET

The Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences Bachelor of Science in Engineering program is ABET-accredited. ABET, formerly known as the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, uses a system of peer review to ensure high-quality standards in engineering education. Licensed Professional Engineers must hold a degree from an ABET-accredited program.

Because of ABET accreditation and international accords, NERS BSE degrees awarded by the University of Michigan are recognized around the US and the world.

ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Technology Programs, 2021–2022

Mission

To be the global academic leader in the innovation and evolution of nuclear engineering, uses of radiation, and plasma science.

Goals

The program provides students with:

• skills and tools necessary for industrial, medical, governmental, and environmental applications of nuclear processes and radiation.
• insights and skills that will prepare them to be leaders in research and the practice of nuclear engineering and radiological sciences within 5 to 10 years of graduation.

Program Educational Objectives

Within 5–10 years after graduating, our students will be able to:

1. Use their understanding of nuclear, radiological, and plasma technology to perform analyses, measurements, and designs related to radiation and radiation interactions with matter, nuclear power systems, and health physics in industry, government agencies, or academic environments.
2. Adapt to the rapidly changing scientific and technological landscape, recognize the implications of their work, drive the development of future technologies, and engage in life-long learning and the continual improvement of their skills and knowledge.
3. Communicate effectively with their colleagues and students; and positively influence policy makers and the general public.
4. Contribute substantively as leaders in science, technology, the environment, and society.

Program Education Objectives last revised November 2020.

Student Educational Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have:   [ includes references to ABET Criterion ]

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.