Enhancing Curriculum Compliance through CO-PO Mapping and Strategic Gap-Bridging in Outcome- Based Education

Authors

  • Vinay Choudhari Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Rajendra Sargar Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Shailesh Shirguppikar Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Sanjay Harip Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government Polytechnic, Ahilyanagar
  • Swapnil Patil Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Nilesh Gaikwad Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Prashant Jadhav Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kasegaon Education Socity’s Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Shivaji University, Sakharale. MS -414415
  • Pankaj Gavali Department of Mechanical Engineering, Annasaheb Dange College of Engineering & Technology, Shivaji University, Ashta, MS -416301
  • Amol Todkar Department of Mechanical Engineering, TKIET Warananagar, Shivaji University, MS-416113

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2026/v39is2/26032

Keywords:

Outcome Based Education; Compliance of Curriculum; Gap Bridging, Innovative Methods, CO, PO.

Abstract

An organized method for making sure that academic programs meet industry standards, accreditation requirements, and well-defined learning outcomes is called outcome-based education (OBE). The methodical mapping of Course Outcomes (COs) to Program Outcomes (POs), a quantifiable indicator of curricular effectiveness, is a crucial component of OBE implementation. However, misalignment between program-level abilities and courselevel objectives frequently results in gaps that could impede overall attainment. Through CO-PO mapping analysis, weak PO attainments are identified, the underlying reasons of CO-PO gaps are identified, and targeted curricular and co-curricular upgrades such content enrichment, assessment reform, and industryintegrated activities are introduced. The goal of the strategic initiative "Content Beyond the Syllabus" is to close the knowledge and skill gaps in engineering education. It draws attention to the proactive steps done to enhance the delivery of the curriculum, such as seminars, software training courses, Industry shadowing, peer mentoring, and personality development exercises. The careful "GAP analysis" method serves as the basis for this content enhancement. When taken as a whole, these studies offer insightful information about how engineering education is changing, highlighting the significance of constant development, flexibility, and alignment with industry demands. Stakeholder input was incorporated throughout the curriculum modification, demonstrating the dedication to upholding an efficient and wellbalanced curriculum structure. This study offers a methodical approach to improving curriculum conformity using precise CO-PO mapping and well-thought-out gap-bridging techniques

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Published

2026-02-18

How to Cite

Choudhari, V., Sargar, R., Shirguppikar, S., Harip, S., Patil, S., Gaikwad, N., … Todkar, A. (2026). Enhancing Curriculum Compliance through CO-PO Mapping and Strategic Gap-Bridging in Outcome- Based Education. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 39(Special Issue 2), 260–265. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2026/v39is2/26032

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Volume 39, Special Issue 2, January 2026

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