The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) has expectations for programs every term. One of these expectations is that graduate attributes (measurements of the students ability in different subject matter) are collected and maintained. There are 12 graduate attributes total and collection of these attributes is pertinent in ensuring our engineering programs remain accredited. See table below for more information.
| Graduate Attribute |
Performance Indicator ("______ graduates from UWaterloo should be able to...") |
|---|---|
| 1. Knowledge Base |
1a. Demonstrate understanding of concepts in mathematics 1b. Demonstrate understanding of concepts in natural science 1c. Demonstrate understanding of engineering fundamentals 1d. Demonstrate understanding of specialized engineering knowledge |
| 2. Problem Analysis |
2a. Formulate a problem statement 2b. Develop models to solve engineering problems including identifying approximations, assumptions and constraints 2c. Critically evaluate solutions of engineering problems |
| 3. Investigation |
3a. Create investigative studies of complex engineering problems 3b. Gather information from relevant sources to address complex engineering problems 3c. Synthesize information from multiple sources to reach valid conclusions |
| 4. Design |
4+. Identify a need. 4a. Define design requirements and specifications for complex, open-ended engineering problems 4b. Critically evaluate and compare design choices 4c. Generate and refine potential solutions to complex, open-ended design problems 4d. Further refine and validate the design in regards to the initial need and communicate the solution. |
| 5. Use of Engineering Tools |
5a. Select appropriate engineering tools considering their limitations 5b. Modify and/or create appropriate engineering tools, identifying their limitations 5c. Use engineering tools appropriately |
| 6. Individual and Team Work |
6a. Contribute as an active team member or leader to complete individual tasks 6b. Collaborate with others to complete tasks effectively as a team |
| 7. Communication Skills |
7a. Orally present information within the profession and to society at large 7b. Communicate in a written format within the profession and to society at large 7c. Interpret information, including instructions |
| 8. Professionalism |
8a. Articulate the roles and responsibilities of the professional engineer in society with reference to the protection of the public and its interest 8b. Describe the importance of codes, standards, best practices, laws, and regulations within engineering |
| 9. Impact of Engineering |
9a. Identify the relevance of and uncertainty associated with different aspects (social, cultural, economic, health, safety, legal, environmental), of an engineering project 9b. Analyze the social, health, safety, and environmental aspects of an engineering project, incorporating sustainability considerations and environmental stewardship in making decisions |
| 10. Ethics and Equity |
10a. Identify ethical and unethical behavior in professional situations 10b. Identify how an engineer is accountable to multiple stakeholders in engineering practice 10c. Identify equitable and inequitable situations and behaviors |
| 11. Economics and Project Management |
11a. Apply project management techniques and other business practices in engineering projects, with attention to risk and change 11b. Perform economic analyses of engineering projects with attention to uncertainty and limitations |
| 12. Life-long Learning |
12a. Identify gaps in their knowledge, skills and abilities 12b. Obtain and evaluate information or training from appropriate sources 12c. Reflect on the use of information or training received |