The department has focused on three main areas for the updating process: modifying the capstone project, updating the materials engineering courses and adding the design of a pressure vessal. An alternative capstone project was proposed that involved a small pilot plant that was located at RMC. This was modelled on a microbrewery and was expected to significantly increase the "hands on" component of the capstone. It has been postponed due to faculty promotions to administration. The materials courses were consolidated to reduce overlap and re-introduce polymers engineering. In particular, CCE253 was consolidated with CCE325 and CCE425 added in its stead. Finally, annual review indicated a lack of pressure vessel design in the program. This topic was added as the design project in CCE325. This is due to the COVID pandemic reducing the opportunity to engage with external stakeholders. As per below, the other items from the previous CEAB visit have been accomplished.
Implementation Plan
| Recommendation | Proposed Follow-up and Resource Implications | Responsibility for Leading Follow-up | Timeline for Addressing Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Update cirriculum map. | Include in 2023 IQAP | IQAP Coordinator | Completed and included in IQAP Self-Study Report (SSR) 2023. |
| 2. Include tracking of graduate attributes in 2nd and 3rd year | include in 2023 IQAP | IQAP Coordinator | Completed and included in IQAP SSR 2023. |
| 3. Enhance External Stakeholder involvement | Track at annual Dept meeting | IQAP Coordinator/Department Head | Scheduled for Fall 2023 |