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 Module 6: The PEV Appraisal Process

You have been selected to participate in  Program Evaluator Training because you have met a set of minimum qualifications and exhibit the characteristics, behaviors, and attitudes that ABET has identified as vital to high-performing Program Evaluators.  

Points of Learning

  • The PEV Competencies

  • The Performance Appraisal Process
What Are the ABET PEV Competencies?  
The PEV Competency Model was developed with input from veteran PEVs, Team Chairs, and the ABET leadership. The competencies include characteristics, behaviors, and attitudes that are highly regarded in the workplace as well. You will be evaluated on how you demonstrate these core competencies during the training process and during your service as an ABET Program Evaluator.

The PEV Competencies are

  • Technically Current
  • Effective Communicator
  • Interpersonally Skilled
  • Team-Oriented
  • Professional
  • Organized

There is also a Team Chair Competency Model, which is used to select, train, and evaluate Team Chairs.
What Is the PEV Performance Appraisal Process?
ABET has a strong commitment to continuous improvement. PEV performance appraisals
  • Evaluate against the PEV Competency Model.
  • Clearly communicate to the PEV what is expected.
  • Serve as a vehicle for professional development.
  • Serve as a tool for continuous improvement.

 

Your qualifications were reviewed against the PEV Competency Model as part of your selection. Your performance will be evaluated as you complete this PEV Training Pre-Work and during the Face-to-Face Training.

Most important, your Team Chair, institution representatives, and fellow team members will appraise your performance each time you are assigned to an accreditation evaluation team. Think of this as a 360-review designed to ensure decisions are not made on a single data point.

 The PEV performance appraisal forms are based on the competencies. There are four forms:

The forms

  • Describe how the competencies will be demonstrated during pre-visit activities and on the campus visit.
  • Provide a set of clear rubrics and areas for actionable comments:
    • 1 = needs improvement
    • 3 = met expectations
    • 5 = exceeded expectations

The 3 rating is the benchmark. It is a good rating.
Once performance appraisal forms are completed and submitted, ABET compiles a report for each PEV. These reports are sent to the appropriate Commission Executive Committee and your ABET Member Society. Reports will identify exceptional performers for recognition - average score of 3 to 5 - and any PEVs who need remediation or removal - average score of below 3 or a 1 or 2 in any single competency area.

Both the Commission Executive Committee and your Member Society will review your performance report. If needed, your society will provide any additional input concerning your performance. Finally, the Commission Executive Committee will make a determination for recognition, remediation, or removal. You will receive a letter from the Executive Committee, copied to your society, after the Summer Commission Meeting. This timeline assures programs that performance appraisals do not influence accreditation actions.

 

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