BS Ceramics Engineering Program Educational Objectives
Within a few years after obtaining the bachelor's degree in Ceramics Engineering, the graduates:
- Function as engineers, researchers and innovators in the ceramic industries such as refractory, cements, glass and enamels, coating, sanitary and whitewares, tiles, semiconductor, dental, bioceramics and mining,
- Serve in the academe, and or pursue a continuing education in ceramics and related field,
- Engage as consultants in related materials industries including nanotechnology, nano/bulk composites, petroleum, medical, military, environmental agency, at least applying their background and hands-on experience to problem solving and to the development of efficient and sustainable ceramic manufacturing processes, and
- Contribute expertise, management, entrepreneurial and statistical skills to their careers in materials industry or academia, and to relate ceramic science and technology to a broad range of technical fields for the improvement of the quality of life.
BS Ceramics Engineering Program Outcomes
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall be able to:
Critical thinking and in-depth analysis
- identify, formulate and solve engineering problems in the realm of Ceramics Engineering
- design and conduct experiments in Ceramics Engineering, as well as to analyze and interpret data from simulated ceramic processes
Engineering practice both as an art and science
- use appropriate techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for the Ceramics Engineering practice
- apply knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and engineering sciences to solve engineering problems relevant to the practice of Ceramics Engineering
- possess the knowledge and sound judgment of contemporary issues in the context of the University鈥檚 diverse and multicultural environment involving the Tri-people of Mindanao (Christians, Muslims, Lumads) and their rich heritage
Research and Innovation, Inventiveness and Technopreneurship
- design, build, improve and install ceramic systems or processes which meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance with standards
- engage in life-long learning and acceptance of the need to keep current of the development in the specific field of specialization
- develop an inclination towards innovation and technopreneurship which includes utilization and commercialization of ceramic technology in the form of product, service or process
Ethics and Professionalism
- understand the effects and impact of ceramic engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context
- understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of the Ceramics Engineering profession
Management, Collaboration and Communication
- effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino languages
- possess knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles as a member and leader in a team to manage Ceramics Engineering projects in multidisciplinary environments
- work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams in diverse fields of practice
