SMART 5 Steps to Establishing a Student Outcomes Assessment Plan (looking forward to next year) For Academic Departments
ACADEMIC YEAR TO BE ASSESSED Department of Physics and Engineering Major (Program) CIP Code
40.0801 Steve Cobb Physics/Applied Physics
2005-2006
Completed by (Name)
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Learning Goal A: The program produces graduates who
are equipped to function as productive, qualified professionals in entry-level corporate research, development, and productions positions. This includes the ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and solve problems creatively. Learning Goal B: The program produces graduates who are able to practice applied science in areas where traditional science and engineering disciplines overlap, utilizing their ability to incorporate significant computational, analytical, and experimental skills, in accomplishing the assigned task.
Sharpen learning goals into outcomes and set achievement targets
(List the Student Learning Outcomesspecifying the learning goal[s] to which they relateand the achievement targets you are assessing this year.)
Student Learning Outcomes (LO)
Students are expected to LO demonstrate: - l: an ability to apply knowledge of advanced math, through multivariate calculus, differential equations, and numerical analysis. Relates to Learning Goals A, B. LO m: a knowledge of contemporary analytical, computational, and experimental practice. LO o: knowledge of classical and modern physics, electricity & magnetism, thermodynamics and optics.
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Map the Curriculum
LO l: Each student is required to complete MAT 250, 308, 309, 411. Significant mathematical concepts are embedded in all PHY coursework. LO m: Emphasized in required courses PHY 140, 390 and in many electives. LO o: Covered in core courses PHY 235, 240, 255,
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