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USMMA ALUMNI SURVEY
Marine Engineering Systems

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DEAN’S OFFICE, USMMA
300 STEAMBOAT ROAD
KINGS POINT, NY 11024
516-726-5833

USMMA Alumni Survey
Marine Engineering Systems
INSTRUCTIONS

Please answer each question by circling your response among the choices provided for each
question. Your response to all questions is deeply appreciated.
Free-response questions are also included. They should be answered directly in the space
indicated. Should you need more room for your responses, kindly attach additional pages.
Do Not enter your name, SSN, or other personal identifying information in the questionnaire
booklet. Results will be reported in the aggregate form. Your responses will remain completely
anonymous.
Your participation is important for the validity of the results. Failure to respond will result in no
penalty to you; however, full participation is encouraged so that the data will be complete and
reliable.
When you have finished, tear off the front cover and instructions page of the questionnaire booklet
(to reduce bulk and save postage), fold the remaining booklet, and seal it in the pre-addressed
envelope provided.
Your responses will come directly to the Maritime Administration-Dean’s Office, United States
Merchant Marine Academy, 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY 11024.
We request that you complete and return your questionnaire within 30 days of receipt. Point of
Contact for this survey is Ms. Dianne Taha, Assistant Dean 516-726-5835; email:
[email protected].

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United State Merchant Marine Academy
Dept. of Engineering—Marine Engineering Systems
Phone: 516-773-5471; Fax: 516-773-5479
300 Steamboat Road
Kings Point, NY 11024
Class Year:

Employment
1. Are you currently:
□ Employed full-time (35 hours per week or more)
□ Employed part-time (less than 35 hours per week)
□ Unemployed
□ Retired
□ Other (specify) ____________________________________

2. Would you classify your employment as part of the maritime industry?
□ Yes
□ No If No, in what industry are you employed
_______________________________
3. Employed by: ______________________________________________________

Position/Title: ______________________________________________________
Category:
(Choose one)
□
Merchant marine (afloat)
□
Maritime ashore
□
Other

4. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions):
□ Less than $60,000 □ $60,000-$69,999 □ $70,000-$79,999 □ $80,000+
5. Time in current job:
□ Less than 3 months
□ 5 or more years

□ 3 to <12 months

□ 1 to <3 years

6. Time to obtain employment after graduation:
□ Obtained prior to graduating □ <6 Months

Education and Institutional Assessment

□ 3 to <5 years

□ 6-12 Months □ >12 Months

7. What was your primary purpose in attending USMMA? (Mark all that apply)
□ Interest in the maritime industry as a profession
□ To become better qualified for future employment

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USMMA’s reputation
For self development
High earning potential after graduation
Other ___________________________

8. Since leaving USMMA, I have completed the following:
□ Another degree program (Specify)
□ A Non-degree program (Specify)
□ Certificate Program (Specify)
□ Advanced Marine License (Specify)
□ Received other License or an Industry Certification (Specify)

9. How strong was your USMMA education in preparing you in each of the following areas:
(Poor 1 2 3 4 Excellent)
1 2 3 4 Serve immediately as merchant marine officers with the foundation to
advance to master or chief engineer
1 2 3 4 Able to work in approved maritime related shore positions with the
capability to rise to senior levels
1 2 3 4 Lead with integrity, competence, and high ethical standards
1 2 3 4 Work in teams constructively toward common goals

1 2 3 4 Think critically and creatively, and solve complex problems

1 2 3 4 Communicate proficiently, both orally and in writing

1 2 3 4 Demonstrate information literacy and proficiency in the use of information
technology

1 2 3 4 Understand and function effectively in the socially, economically, politically
and culturally diverse global environment
1 2 3 4 Pursue continued intellectual and professional development

10. Please rank your experiences at USMMA with regard to the following areas of service:
(Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 Strongly Agree)
1 2 3 4 The Academy’s medical services provided satisfactory care
1 2 3 4 The Academy’s commissary provided nutritious meals
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1 2 3 4 The Department of Information Technology (formerly the Office of Computer
Resources) provided adequate support of the academic program
1 2 3 4 The Department of Information Technology (formerly the Office of Computer
Resources) provided adequate support during the sea year

1 2 3 4 As a midshipman I found the environment to be supportive of my own ethical
behavior and decision- making

1 2 3 4 As a midshipman I observed faculty, staff and administration displaying a high
standard of ethical behavior

1 2 3 4 As a midshipman the Honor Code played an important role in the development of
my own values

1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s regimental program as having provided an
appropriate laboratory for learning leadership skills
1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s athletic program as having provided an
appropriate laboratory for learning leadership skills
1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s faculty and academic officials as having
embodied the leadership skills required of a ship’s officer
1 2 3 4 As a midshipman I was always clear as to the mission of the Academy

1 2 3 4 As I understood the mission of the Academy while a midshipman, there is no doubt
that the mission was accomplished
1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s Library as being fit for the purpose and
supportive of the academic program

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1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s Department of Career Services as having
provided useful assistance in securing employment

1 2 3 4 As a graduate I now view the Academy’s Office of Shipboard Training as having
provided the necessary support in handling my midshipman sea year experiences
11. Overall, how would you rate USMMA in the following areas?
(Poor 1 2 3 4 Excellent)
1 2 3 4 Quality of Courses
1 2 3 4 Accessibility of faculty
1 2 3 4 Variety of Courses
1 2 3 4 Quality of instruction by faculty
1 2 3 4 Availability of Courses
1 2 3 4 Faculty knowledge of field
1 2 3 4 Class sizes
1 2 3 4 Quality of Academic Advising
1 2 3 4 Classroom facilities
1 2 3 4 Overall campus environment
1 2 3 4 Lab Facilities
1 2 3 4 Waterfront Facilities

12. Overall, how do you feel that your educational experience at USMMA prepared you for
your career?
□ Poor
□ Good
□ Very good
□ Excellent
13. How many years did it take you to graduate from USMMA?
□ 4 Years
□ 5 Year
□ 6 Years
□ Other: _______________

14. When did you pass your U.S. Coast Guard 3rd Engineer license?
□ Prior to graduation on the first attempt □ Prior to graduation but not on the first
attempt □ Less than a month after graduation □ More than a month after
graduation
15. Have you sailed on your 3/E license?:

□Yes

□No

Departmental Assessment (ENGINEERING)
16. The following are the educational objectives of the Marine Engineering Majors at
USMMA. To what degree have these objectives been achieved?
(Poor 1 2 3 4 Excellent)

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1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

(I) To serve as licensed engineering officer in the United States Merchant Marine,
with the ability to advance to Chief Engineer

(II) To provide midshipmen with a broad-based marine engineering education that
prepares them for a responsible position in marine related operation
(III) To provide midshipmen with an engineering education that also prepares
them for a wide variety of professional positions in the maritime industry

(IV) To provide midshipmen with an engineering education that permits them to
pursue graduate study in engineering or related fields and/or become
licensed as a Professional Engineer, should they so choose

17. The following are the program outcomes of the Marine Engineering Majors at
the USMMA. To what degree have these outcomes been achieved?
(Poor 1 2 3 4 Excellent)

1 2 3 4

(a) Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

1 2 3 4

(c) Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

1 2 3 4

(e) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

1 2 3 4

1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

(b) Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data

(d) Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

(f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

1 2 3 4

(g) Ability to communicate effectively

1 2 3 4

(i) A recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in life-long learning

1 2 3 4

1 2 3 4

1 2 3 4

(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in global and societal context
(j) A knowledge of contemporary issues

(k) Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice

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1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

(l) Ability to apply probability and statistical methods to naval architecture and
marine engineering problems

(m) A basic knowledge of engineering mechanics and thermodynamics in the
context of marine vehicles
(n) A familiarity of instrumentation appropriate to naval architecture and/or
marine engineering

18. Considering your experience since graduation, what courses or experiences did you find
to be the most valuable in our curriculum?
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19. What skills or areas of knowledge do you feel were missing from your educational
experience, or should have been covered more extensively?
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Program (Major) Assessment (MARINE ENGINEERING SYSTEMS)
20. Are you currently employed in a sailing position?
□ Yes

□ No

□ Yes

□ No

□ Yes

□ No

□ If Yes, for how many years_______________________

21. Are you currently employed in a non-sailing position?

22. Looking back, would you choose the same major at USMMA?

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□ If No, what major would you have chosen?
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23. General comments about the MES Program:

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24. Perceived strengths of the program:

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25. Program weakness/es and suggestions for improvement:

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