The program is designed to ensure that the following broad educational objectives are fulfilled:
1. Graduates are prepared for advanced study in engineering or other fields.
2. Graduates are prepared for successful engineering practice.
a) Understand the principles of physical science, mathematics and engineering science on which engineering research and practice are based;
b) Have knowledge and skills to design, conduct, and evaluate experiments;
c) Demonstrate critical thinking skills and an ability for independent study needed to engage in lifelong learning;
d) Are prepared for career advancement through graduate study and/or professional practice;
e) Possess knowledge and skills to identify, formulate, and execute solutions to engineering problems using modern engineering tools and synthesizing different fields of knowledge;
f) Communicate effectively to function in multidisciplinary teams and to deal with other professions in public and private sectors;
g) Are broadly educated to understand contemporary issues and the context in which civil engineering is practiced in modern society;
h) Understand professional ethics and the value of service through participation in technical activities, and in community, state, and national organizations.
“Engineers are immersing themselves in society’s needs and goals more than ever,” says Emory University president, James Wagner, ’78, ’84. “They are going deeper and deeper into society and I think it’s a good thing.”
The Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218-2608
410-516-4050 | engineeringinfo@jhu.edu
