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- Introduction -

" The mission of the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering is to serve and benefit the people of Kentucky and beyond through learning, discovery, and engagement in engineering for food, agricultural and biological systems."


BAE Vision Statement

The Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) strives to be recognized and valued as a critical information source because its members:

  • Provide timely BAE information to address vital contemporary problems.
  • Are responsive to all clientele groups.
  • Contribute solutions to critical issues confronting society.
  • Are catalysts for positive, innovative technological change.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of the quality of life.
  • Are the primary source of BAE discovery and expertise.
A leader:
  • In the development and dissemination of knowledge in BAE program areas.
  • In multidisciplinary/multi-institutional team approaches to problem-solving.
  • In the design and implementation of undergraduate and graduate instruction.
A role model for all BAE departments in the nation because:
  • It has achieved excellence and balance in its instructional, research, and extension programs.
  • It has achieved excellence in its BAE programs.
  • It has great faculty, staff and students who cooperatively work together to achieve excellence.

BAE Educational Objectives (updated August 15, 2003)

Faculty members in the department meet on a regular and recurring basis to review and revise the missions and goals of the program. In view of the strategic plans for the university, colleges, department, ABET criteria, and criteria set forth by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), the educational objectives for the BAE Program are:

  1. Educate engineers to design components and/or processes for advancement of agricultural, biological, or environmental systems.
  2. Prepare engineers for successful careers in industry, government, consulting firms, or academia. Successful careers begin with employment in their chosen field or admission to graduate and professional programs, continue with steady advancement, and include professional development.

For details on BAE's ABET information, visit www.bae.uky.edu/Instruction/ABET/

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