North Carolina State University
2009-2010 Graduating Senior Survey:
Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
(For BE majors only)

INSTRUCTIONS:

All graduating seniors in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering are being asked to take a few minutes to complete this survey. The College of Engineering and the department have both included questions. Your answers to these questions are important and would be appreciated. If you have more than one major in the College of Engineering, please answer this survey based on your experiences in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering.

College of Engineering Questions

Please rate the preparation you received in your program at NC State University for each of the following: Excellent Good Average Fair Poor Not
Applicable
1. The ability to apply knowledge from your major in engineering or computer science
2. The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and science
3. The ability to design and conduct experiments
4. The ability to analyze and interpret data
5. The ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs
6. The ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
7. The ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering or computer science problems
8. The ability to use the techniques and skills necessary of engineering or computer science practice
9. The ability to use modern tools necessary for engineering or computer science practice
10. The ability to write effectively
11. The ability to speak effectively
12. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
13. A broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
14. A recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in lifelong learning

Do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements? Agree Tend to
Agree		 Neither Agree
nor Disagree		 Tend to
Disagree		 Disagree Not
Applicable
15. My program included enough classroom presentations for me to gain good oral presentation skills
16. My program included enough written reports for me to gain good report-writing skills
17. My program provided an adequate knowledge of contemporary issues
18. My senior design project(s) provided a good opportunity to integrate my learning in major and non-major courses
19. Design activities were integrated throughout my program
20. The coursework activities in my program as a whole required synthesis, creativity, and open-ended thinking
21. The computing facilities available to me in the department were adequate and accessible
22. The classroom facilities were conducive to learning
23. Based on the quality of teaching and education I received in my program, I would recommend it to a friend

24. Did you take courses beyond those required in your curriculum to satisfy a personal interest or career objectives?

25. If you answered "Yes" to question 24, were the courses in your major or outside of your major?

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Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering: (Questions for BE Majors Only)

Please indicate your agreement with each of the following statements.

1. The following BE teaching facilities and equipment significantly enhanced my learning experience: Agree Tend to agree Neither agree nor disagree Tend to disagree Disagree Did not use/no opinion
a. Classrooms
b. Laboratory rooms
c. Audio/video equipment
d. Computers
e. Laboratory equipment
f. Access to the above facilities and equipment

  Agree strongly Agree somewhat Neither agree nor disagree Disagree somewhat Disagree strongly
2. As a graduating senior, I feel adequately prepared to independently design and conduct experiments.
3. In general, teamwork experiences in all of my undergraduate courses were positive.
4. I have a conceptual understanding of group dynamics.
5. Team project experiences have given me the skills and strategies that will make any future teamwork I engage in successful.
6. The instruction and guidance in teamwork I have received from professors in BAE was adequate.
7. The instruction and guidance in teamwork I received from other NCSU professors was adequate.
  Agree strongly Agree somewhat Neither agree nor disagree Disagree somewhat Disagree strongly
8. I am confident that my undergraduate instruction in oral and written communication skills have prepared me to perform capably on the job.
9. I fully understand the kinds of writing and speaking I will be asked to do as professional engineer.
10. I received high quality guidance and instruction in writing and speaking.
11. I believe that I have an adequate understanding of the global issues relating to engineering and the societal context of engineering as a profession.
12. I believe that my education at NC State has contributed significantly to my understanding of the global issues relating to engineering and the societal context of engineering as a profession.
13. While an undergraduate student, I have taken advantage of the opportunities afforded me by the various international programs at the university.
  Agree strongly Agree somewhat Neither agree nor disagree Disagree somewhat Disagree strongly
14. Additional educational opportunities are needed for future students to understand the broader context of engineering in society.
15. My undergraduate education at NCSU has adequately prepared me to use my time management skills to become a successful engineering professional.
16. My undergraduate education at NCSU has adequately prepared me to use my interpersonal communication skills to become a successful engineering professional.
17. My undergraduate education at NCSU has adequately prepared me to use my skills and techniques for information-gathering to become a successful engineering professional.
18. My total undergraduate instruction and guidance at NCSU has adequately prepared me to become a successful engineering professional.

  Yes Maybe No
19. I believe in the need for life-long learning related to my engineering field.
20. While an undergraduate student, I was a student member and participated actively in an engineering society.
21. I plan to become a full member in an engineering society after graduation.
22. I have taken (or plan to take before graduation) the Fundamentals in Engineering exam. (If yes, please mark your response then skip to question 22b)
    22a. If you have not taken the Fundamentals in Engineering exam, do you plan to take it within two years of graduation? (please mark your response then skip to question 23)
    22b. If you have taken (or plan to take) the Fundamentals exam, do you plan to take the Professional Engineering exam after 5 years EIT experience?

Please indicate the number of times you attended the following activities while an undergraduate student: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7+
23. Professional development seminars that focused on teamwork, interpersonal communication, or time management skills
24. Life-long learning activities

25. Have you already accepted a job offer?

If yes:
    
    
    

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Thank you for your time and assistance!

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