Student Learning Outcome Matrix
2007-2008
The
Undergraduate Major In CHEMISTRY AT
Purpose: To
prepare students for careers through the study of Chemistry
Use
of Assessment Findings: To improve students skills
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LEARNING OUTCOMES |
ASSESSMENT
METHODS |
EXPECTED RESULTS |
ACTUAL RESULTS 2007-2008 |
USE OF RESULTS 2008-2009 |
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Students
will learn the fundamental principles governing the chemical world, while
developing problem-solving skills. CHE 101 |
Students
will understand the general principles of chemistry. They will compare,
contrast and predict physical and chemical properties based on atomic and
molecular structure. |
Assignments,
quizzes, test, internet exercises and laboratory assignments. |
(85%) of students demonstrated an
understanding of the
chemical world and essential problem solving skills. |
Procedures
and techniques will be used for instructional purposes in the future and to
improve methodology used. |
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Students
will gain experience in a variety of laboratory techniques to safely conduct
chemical experiments and procedures. CHE 101 CHE 201 CHE 301 |
Students
will be able to independently perform accurate quantitative measurements,
interpret experimental results, perform calculations on these results and
draw a reasonable, accurate conclusion. |
Laboratory
assignments, written assignments and field assignments |
(80%) of
students demonstrated skills essential for conducting experiments at a
sophisticated level. |
Best
practices from these procedures and efforts will be continued with
modifications to try and increase the success rate to between 90-100% .Data
from the 20 % who perform below 80% will be analyzed and used to make
modifications. |
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Students
will develop and utilize effective computer, written and oral communication
skills in a scientific setting. CHE 494 |
Students
will communicate critical analysis of scientific information through written
reports and laboratory
notebooks. Students will use chemical literature and
computer resources to gather research information. |
Research
reports: both experimental and theoretical and laboratory, presentations,
notebook instructions and frequent checks |
88% of
students became efficient in performing literature searches and keeping up-to-date
notebooks. Students also became efficient in the use of information resources |
Modification
will be made to reflect changes technology usage in obtaining information.
Best practices will be continued. |
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