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Accreditation

USC is proud to offer engineering and computing programs that are accredited by ABET, a nonprofit, ISO 9001 certified organization. With ABET accreditation, students, employers and the society we serve can be confident that our programs meet the quality standards that produce graduates prepared to enter a global workforce.

Our BSE Aerospace Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Aerospace and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, Aerospace Engineering graduates will:

  • Lead successful practicing careers or be engaged in advanced graduate studies

  • Establish themselves as responsible and ethical citizens

  • Challenge themselves to innovate and collaborate in evolving work environments

 Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

 2018

6

--

 2019

73

--

2020

117

4

2021

150

6

2022

193

27

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BS Biomedical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Bioengineering and Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
 

Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering Program will:

  • practice in a professional career or pursue an advanced or professional degree in which they are contributing to scientific, professional, and/or local communities through the improvement of human health.

  • become leaders in the field by engaging in teamwork, effective communication, and continued learning to expand their professional development and technical understanding.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

 288

 43

2014

 305

 47

2015

341 

53 

2016

340 

66 

2017

320 

52

2018

288 

51 

2019

260

39

2020

224

30

2021

225

49

2022

215

36

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSCS Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

The mission of the Computer Science degree program is to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills needed for successful practice in the field of computing and for post-baccalaureate education. The program educational objectives are that five years after graduation Computer Science graduates will be:

  • contributing to economic development and society through the development and management of computer systems for industry and research.

  • continuing their professional development through professional study and research.

  • advancing in their careers through knowledge of computer science, communication skills and understanding of computer systems and contemporary technological issues.

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have an ability to: 

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.

  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. 

  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. 

  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. 

  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

  6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

251

26

2014 

330

46

2015

375

62

2016

469

73 

2017 

504

71

2018

556 

98 

2019

579

105

2020

606

111

2021

621

107

2022

599

127

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent  Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSE Computer Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

The mission of the Computer Engineering degree program is to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills needed for successful computer engineering practice and post-baccalaureate education. The program educational objectives are that five years after graduation Computer Engineering graduates will be:

  • contributing to their communities and society with innovations in computer technology and applications and an understanding of contemporary technological issues.

  • continuing their professional development through professional study and research.

  • advancing in their careers through their knowledge of computer engineering, by communicating and working effectively as team members and by interacting responsibly with colleagues, customers, employers, and others in society.

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

141

 22

2014 

160

27 

2015 

185 

16 

2016

193 

28 

2017 

222 

26

2018 

226 

47 

2019

187

28

2020

193

38

2021

190

35

2022

170

31

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BS Computer Information Systems program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Information Systems and Similarly Named Computing Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

The mission of the Computer Information Systems degree program is to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills needed for successful practice in the field of computer information systems and for post-baccalaureate education.

The Program Educational Objectives are that five years after graduation Computer Information Systems graduates will be:

  • contributing to economic development and society through the development and management of computer information systems.

  • advancing in their careers through knowledge of computer information systems, communications skills and understanding of business and contemporary technological issues.

  • continuing their professional development through professional study and research.

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.

  2.  Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. 

  3.  Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. 

  4.  Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. 

  5.  Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

  6. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

61

11

2014 

96 

2015 

147 

11 

2016 

177 

24 

2017 

194

44

2018 

168 

42

2019

161

18

2020

194

40

2021

176

34

2022

208

37

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSE Civil Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Civil and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

  • Graduates of the Civil engineering program should demonstrate their continuing successful practice as civil engineers and/or their pursuit of post baccalaureate education and/or their engagement in other professional careers that involve the application of engineering concepts.

  • Graduates of the civil engineering program should demonstrate a commitment for continuing professional development and life-long learning.

  • Graduates of the civil engineering program should demonstrate the ability to advance within their profession to positions of greater responsibility and leadership.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

276

43

2014 

297 

61 

2015 

295 

44 

2016 

323 

54 

2017 

348 

62

2018 

363 

80 

2019

352

76

2020

345

69

2021

329

78

2022

376

81

* Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSE Chemical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

Within six years of graduation, our graduates are expected to achieve one or more of the following milestones:

  • advance professionally in the chemical process industries or in their chosen career field.

  • earn advanced degrees in chemical engineering (or a related technical discipline), medicine, law, or business.

  • attain leadership positions in today's rapidly changing, increasingly technological, global society.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

 Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

261

 38

2014 

274 

37 

2015 

301 

50 

2016 

325 

82 

2017 

313

61

2018 

308 

68 

2019

289

60

2020

255

66

2021

210

56

2022

172

59

* Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSE Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

The objectives of the undergraduate electrical engineering program are to produce graduates who will:

  • ethically apply competent electrical engineering skills to contribute to the economic development of South Carolina and the nation.
  • be successful and competitive in industrial, governmental, and academic organizations.
  • exhibit leadership qualities in their organizations by virtue of their excellent technical abilities, communication skills, and comprehensive vision while always appreciating diversity in people and talents.
  • use their technical competence in electrical engineering individually as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team to creatively solve problems for the sustainable improvement of societal benefit.
  • ceaselessly improve depth in their technical knowledge and instill a desire to broaden skill sets across new disciplines

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

204

25

2014

242

50

2015

237

35

2016

227

54

2017

222

38

2018

230

48

2019

214

29

2020

217

48

2021

172

40

2022

153

40

* Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent  Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BS Industrial Engineering Program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools with the university.  It becomes eligible for accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Industrial and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria, after the first students graduate.

Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Industrial Engineering program will:

  • advance professionally,
  • collaborate effectively,
  • practice lifelong learning, and
  • adapt to change.

Student Outcomes

Student Outcomes are:

  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.
Enrollment Year Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded*
2025 TBD TBD

*Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BS Integrated Information Technology program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Information Technology and Similarly Named Computing Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

Within 3-5 years of graduation, Integrated Information Technology graduates are prepared to:

  • Anticipate changing directions in information technology and to evaluate and communicate the likely utility of new technologies for achieving user needs.
  • Develop, maintain, and use secure technology platforms and infrastructure through effective integration of technology solutions in a broad range of settings.
  • Advance their careers through increased competency in a broad range of technologies, communications skills, and systems integration knowledge.
  • Function as professionals with the capability to define, analyze, develop, acquire, maintain, and support the increasingly complex computing technology requirements in modern organizations.  

Student Outcomes

At the time of graduation, Integrated Information Technology students will have an ability to:

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the IT discipline.
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the information technology discipline.
  6. Use systemic approaches to select, create, integrate, evaluate and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals. 

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

186

55

2014 

186 

61 

2015 

185 

49 

2016 

224 

58 

2017 

221

61

2018 

239 

64

2019

264

68

2020

260

91

2021

244

69

2022

284

64

* Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

Our BSE Mechanical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

The program education objectives of the Mechanical Engineering program are that within a few years of graduations, the students will:

  • Lead successful practicing careers or be engaged in effective advanced graduate studies

  • Establish themselves as responsible and ethical citizen engineers

  • Challenge themselves to innovate and collaborate in evolving work environments

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:

  1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

  2. 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. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

  4. 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. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

  6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

  7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Enrollment Year

Fall Enrollment

Degrees Awarded*

2013

628

 87

2014 

744 

119 

2015 

832 

139 

2016 

838 

147 

2017 

862

180

2018 

848 

202

2019

812

179

2020

757

211

2021

653

183

2022

592

162

 * Total number of degrees awarded during the Fall, and subsequent Spring and Summer of year listed.

 

 

 


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