Attachment 1 Mining Engineering Mission Statement · Attachment 1 – Mining Engineering Mission Statement ... (Chapter 2), Homework MNG 335 ... desired particle size separation and

Attachment 1 – Mining Engineering Mission Statement The Department of Mining Engineering at the University of Kentucky provides knowledge necessary for the mineral industries to serve the public in an economical, safe, and environmentally responsible manner. This is accomplished by the preparation of students for professional practice, the development of new knowledge through research, and the transfer of knowledge to industry. The department fosters an environment that emphasizes independent thought, professionalism, stewardship of mineral resources, and strong relationships with other constituents both within and outside the University community.

Attachment 2 – Mining Engineering Program Outcomes

The Department of Mining Engineering has eleven program learning outcomes listed below:

(a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering, (b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data, (c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs, (d) An ability to function on multi‐disciplinary teams, (e) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems, (f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility, (g) An ability to communicate effectively, (h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global

and societal context, (i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning (j) A knowledge of contemporary issues, and (k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for

engineering practice.

Attachment 3. MNG Course Learning Outcomes and Associated Program Outcome

Program and Course Learning Outcome

Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

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

Outline and describe the major activities involved in the mine preplanning process as part of the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.

(h),

(j)

MNG 101

Formulate and solve engineering problems by identifying underground and surface mining operations, mining methods and equipment used for these operations

(e)

MNG 101

Formulate and solve engineering problems by describing the importance and roles of the mine life support sub-systems: ventilation, ground control, and drainage.

(e)

MNG 101

Obtain basic understanding of surveying principles.

(b)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211

Develop a realization of precision requirements in mining applications.

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211

Learn the differences associated with surface and underground surveying practices.

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211

Understand the use of the coordinate system to develop, site and locate surface and underground mining positions and directions.

(b), (d), (k)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211

Apply surveying to estimate reserve block and material storage quantities.

(b), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211

Traverse an underground mine with detail in locating objects and resources.

(b), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211

Transference of established surface meridian to an underground level or from a vertical level to another level of a mining operation for the purposes of direction control.

(b), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211

Preliminary selection of the underground mining method based on ore grade, grade uniformity, strength, shape, dip, depth, and surrounding rock strength.

(b)

Exam, Project

MNG 264


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Understand the importance of mineral reserve estimation and basic concepts of sampling, dilution, and recovery

(b) Exam, homework

MNG 291

Understand major reserve estimation methods by mining block, polygon, triangle, and section

(k) Exam, homework,

project.

MNG 291

Understand point estimation methods (nearest distance, triangulation, local sample mean, inverse distance) for spatial distribution of mineral property from sample data as basic concepts for geostatistical methods for reserve estimation such as krigging

Exam, homework,

project.

MNG 291

Understand the importance of mineral liberation, and principles and processes of crushing, grinding, and size classification (screens, hydrocylcone, classifiers)

(c) Quiz, Exam and Homework

MNG 301

Apply mass balance principle to determine plant streamflows

(c) Quiz, exam, and Homework

MNG 301

Understand the fundamentals of sampling, gravity, magnetic, electrostatic, and forth flotation separation

Quiz, Exam, and Homework

MNG 301

Learn Stokes’ and Newton’s law for particle movement in liquid

Quiz, Exam and Homework

MNG 301

Analyze forces (centrifugal, gravitational, buoyant, viscous, magnetic, electrostatic, etc) acting upon a particle in different processes and their effects on separation performance

Quiz, Exam and Homework

MNG 301

Learn various methods of evaluating classification and separation processes

Quiz, Exam, and Home work

MNG 301

Apply mass balance principles to determine plant streanflows


MNG 301

Learn to analyze process data by calculating product yield, recovery, rejection, concentration ratio and efficiency


MNG 301

Apply mass balance principles to determine plant streanflows


MNG 301

Learn to analyze process data by calculating product yield, recovery, rejection, concentration ratio and efficiency


MNG 301


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Calculate the cycle time for any discrete handling device and use this information to determine fleet size.

MNG 332

Determine the tractive effort for wheeled conveyances and use this information to estimate power requirement.

MNG 332

Develop and use fundamental equations for determining capacity, velocity, and fill factor, given a target productivity, for such systems as belt haulage and hoisting.

MNG 332

Determine conveyor belt tension and use this information to determine drive pulley horsepower

MNG 332

Symbolically express the unbalanced load and moment of a drum-type hoisting system

MNG 332

Calculate pump horsepower, given inflow rate, pipe size and condition, and geometric details of the system

MNG 332

Design a belt haulage system to meet stated mine production and communicate these results in both oral and written formats

(c), (d), (g)

MNG 332

Represent data pictorially and numerically, and determine measures of location and variability (Chapter 2),

Homework

MNG 335

Determine possible outcomes of an event and the probability of a particular outcome (Chapter 3),

Exam

MNG 335

Determine the probability density (or mass) function, cumulative distribution function, expected value, variance, standard deviation, and the probabilities of various intervals of continuous (and discrete) random variables (Chapter 3),

Exam

MNG 335

Understand the Central Limit Theorem (Chapter 3), Homework MNG 335

Conduct hypothesis testing, calculate probability of Type I and II errors, and calculate confidence intervals for a single population, (Chapter 4),

(e)

Exam

MNG 335

Conduct hypothesis testing, calculate probability of Type I and II errors, and calculate confidence intervals for two populations (Chapter 5),

(e)

Exam

MNG 335

Understand Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) (b) Exam MNG 335

Conduct linear regression (Chapter 6) Exam MNG 335

Determine amount of air required for quality and quantity control at a U/G mines, according to regulations.

(e)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Calculate resistances and pressure losses due to a friction and shock sources

(c)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Determine an optimum diameter for a ventilation shaft.

(c)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Select a proper fan(s) for a ventilation system. (c) Homework, Project

MNG 341

Control flow distribution in a ventilation system using Critical Path Method.

(c) Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Analyze a simple ventilation network using Hardy-Cross Iterative Method.

(c)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Design ventilation system for a hypothetical U/G mine using computer simulation.

(c)

Project

MNG 341

Students will be able to perform economic calculations similar to those expected on the NCEES FE Exam.

Homework &

Exams

MNG 431

Have understanding of characterization methods of rock masse response to mining

(k)

First test, Lab Reports

MNG 551

Have understanding of the application of strength theories to rocks and their limits.

(k) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Have understanding of a concept of heterogeneity and anisotropy in reference to rock material

(k) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Learn the principles of fracture mechanics as it applies to rock

(e) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Evaluate stability of excavations in reference to mining methods

(e), (k) Design report MNG 551

Design natural and artificial support for mine (e), (k) Design report MNG 551

Design a screening system to treat a given feed material and flow rate.

(c) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Design a classifying cyclone circuit to achieve a desired particle size separation and predict particle size distributions of product streams.

(c) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Design density-based separation circuits for different applications

(c) Exam, Project MNG 575


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Design a froth flotation system for the treatment of fine coal.

(c) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Select appropriate dewatering devices and application of design parameters.

(c) Exam, Project MNG 575

Predict the oversize and undersize particles size distributions of a screen.

Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Evaluate the density-based cleaning characteristics of a given coal using washability analysis data.

Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Predict the separation performance for a density-based separator using measured or known efficiency data.

Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Understand the basic operating characteristics of dense-medium separators.

Exam MNG 575

Optimize the operating parameters of a coal preparation plant

Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Develop a preparation plant flow sheet and provide mass and volumetric flow balances.

(b), (c) Exam, Project MNG 575

Design a complex coal preparation plant with at least four circuits including a circuit with a recycle process stream.

(c)

Project

MNG 575

Conduct a detailed economic study including capitol and operating cost, depreciation, and rate of return.

Project MNG 575

Have knowledge of types of mineral deposits and exploration methods

Component report, Final

report, Presentation

MNG 591

Construct a geologic database from raw exploration data figures.

(b)

Component Report, Final

Report, Presentation

MNG 591

Understand basic gridding concepts for mapping spatial variables from sparse sample measurements.

(b)



MNG 591


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Students will be able to design a mining operation according to industry standards. This task will require the students to understand mine design and acquire information about specific components of the overall system. MNG 592 is the capstone course for mining engineering and thus encompasses many of the learning outcomes of the program.

(c), (e), (k)

Design Project

MNG 592

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

Obtain basic understanding of surveying principles.

(a)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211


(a), (d), (k)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211


(a), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (d), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211

Identify the major geologic and spatial characteristics of deposits for surface and underground operations and implement the proper mining method.

Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 264

Preliminary selection of the underground mining method based on ore grade, grade uniformity, strength, shape, dip, depth, and surrounding rock strength.

(a)

Exam, Project

MNG 264

Understand the importance of mineral reserve estimation and basic concepts of sampling, dilution, and recovery

(a)

Exam, homework

MNG 291

Understand Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) (a) Exam MNG 335

Operate different instruments (used in the mines) to measure pressures, air quantity, and concentration of gasses.

(k)

Lab report

MNG 341


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Perform geomechanic tests on rock. (k) Lab reports MNG 551


(a), (c) Exam, Project MNG 575

Construct a geologic database from raw exploration data figures.

(a)



MNG 591

Understand basic gridding concepts for mapping spatial variables from sparse sample measurements.

(a)



MNG 591

Apply procedures to build a 3-D stratigraphic model for a mine.

(k)



MNG 591

Create grid maps for quality representation of the reserve.

(k)



MNG 591

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

Recognize the sequence of development, unit operations, and equipment employed for each major underground mining method.

Exam, Homework

MNG 264

Outline the necessary steps in developing a surface mine.

Exam MNG 264

Plan the reclamation operations for a specific mine site and determine the type of equipment necessary to carry out the plan.

(f)

Exam, Homework

MNG 264

Understand the importance of mineral liberation, and principles and processes of crushing, grinding, and size classification (screens, hydrocylcone, classifiers)

(a) Quiz, Exam and Homework

MNG 301

Apply mass balance principle to determine plant streamflows

(a) Quiz, exam, and Homework

MNG 301

Students will be able to design basic/typical bench blasts.

(e) Exam, Homework,

Quizzes

MNG 331


(a), (d), (g)

MNG 332


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Calculate resistances and pressure losses due to a friction and shock sources

(a)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Determine an optimum diameter for a ventilation shaft.

(a)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Select a proper fan(s) for a ventilation system. (a) Homework, Project

MNG 341

Control flow distribution in a ventilation system using Critical Path Method.

(a) Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Analyze a simple ventilation network using Hardy-Cross Iterative Method.

(a)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Design ventilation system for a hypothetical U/G mine using computer simulation.

(a)

Project

MNG 341

Design a haulroad as part of mine development MNG 463

Design overburden removal system using a dragline MNG 463

Design stable surface coal mine pit including structures for excess spoil disposal

(k)

MNG 463

Design reclamation plans for various postmining land uses

MNG 463

Have understanding of a concept of scale in mining engineering, with related engineering problems encountered in rocks

(e)


MNG 551

Design a screening system to treat a given feed material and flow rate.

(a) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Design a classifying cyclone circuit to achieve a desired particle size separation and predict particle size distributions of product streams.

(a) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Design density-based separation circuits for different applications

(a) Exam, Project MNG 575

Design a froth flotation system for the treatment of fine coal.

(a) Exam, Homework,

Project

MNG 575

Select appropriate dewatering devices and application of design parameters.

(a) Exam, Project MNG 575


(a), (b) Exam, Project MNG 575


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Design a complex coal preparation plant with at least four circuits including a circuit with a recycle process stream.

(a)

Project

MNG 575

Evaluate coal preparation process for the reserve.



MNG 591

Design basic mine structures (pillars, barrier pillars).



MNG 591


(a), (e), (k)

Design Project

MNG 592

(d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams


(a), (b), (k)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (k)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (c), (g)

MNG 332

Prepare a preliminary surface coal mine permit application

(e)

MNG 463


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Students will work in a team and address the difficulties of group work by producing a quality design. The group will need to utilize multiple disciplines to complete the overall design.

Design Project

MNG 592

(e) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

Formulate and solve engineering problems by identifying underground and surface mining operations, mining methods and equipment used for these operations

(a)

MNG 101

Formulate and solve engineering problems by describing the importance and roles of the mine life support sub-systems: ventilation, ground control, and drainage.

(a)

MNG 101

Students will be able to design basic/typical bench blasts.

(c)

Exam, Homework,

Quizzes

MNG 331

Conduct hypothesis testing, calculate probability of Type I and II errors, and calculate confidence intervals for a single population, (Chapter 4),

(a)

Exam

MNG 335

Conduct hypothesis testing, calculate probability of Type I and II errors, and calculate confidence intervals for two populations (Chapter 5),

(a)

Exam

MNG 335

Determine amount of air required for quality and quantity control at a U/G mines, according to regulations.

(a)

Homework, Exam

MNG 341

Articulate the potential ramifications of important contemporary issues that are likely to impact the mining industry (e.g., air quality, mountaintop mining, regulation, resource depletion, thin-seam technologies) by way of a letter to the editor, a position paper, or a commentary.

(h), (j)

MNG 371

Students will be able to perform mineral economics analysis on mineral properties similar to those presented in Mine Design classes.

Homework &

Exams

MNG 431

Select an appropriate surface mining method for a given mineral deposit

MNG 463

Prepare a preliminary surface coal mine permit application

(d)

MNG 463


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Select materials handling system using mobile equipment

MNG 463

Have understanding of a concept of scale in mining engineering, with related engineering problems encountered in rocks

(c)


MNG 551

Learn the principles of fracture mechanics as it applies to rock

(a) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Learn design principles for excavations (k) Design report MNG 551


(a), (k) Design report MNG 551

Design natural and artificial support for mine (a), (k) Design report MNG 551


(a), (c), (k)

Design Project

MNG 592

(f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

Describe what will be her or his professional and ethical responsibility upon joining the mining engineering profession.

MNG 101

Plan the reclamation operations for a specific mine site and determine the type of equipment necessary to carry out the plan.

(c)

Exam, Homework

MNG 264

Students will understand the safety and environmental concerns of blasting operations.

Quizzes MNG 331

Integrate statutory requirements into the design and operation of materials handling systems

Project, Exam

MNG 332

Cite the content of major professional codes for ethical engineering practice and analyze issues of ethical conflict faced by practicing engineers.

Exam

MNG 371

Cite the benefits and responsibilities of professional engineering practice.

Exam

MNG 371


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Demonstrate the ability for lifelong learning by designing and presenting a mini- lecture, with accompanying short paper, on a mining engineering topic not already covered in an earlier mining course.

Paper, Presentation

MNG 371

(g) An ability to communicate effectively

Improve communication skills through written reports.

Lab Reports

MNG 211

Students will have the ability to communicate effectively concerning bench blasting in a professional context.

Homework

MNG 331


(a), (c), (d)

MNG 332

Demonstrate the ability to engage in lifelong learning by conducting a literature search on a relevant mining engineering topic.

(j)

MNG 371

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively by writing a technical paper that is suitable in content, format, grammar, and punctuation for submission to a professional journal, including properly citing the work of others.

MNG 371

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively by preparing visuals that are adequate in quantity and quality for a 10-12-minute oral presentation, which is clear, technically sound, and free from major flaws and distractions

MNG 371

Improve communication skills. Project MNG 575

Students will present the product of their mine design in front of the program faculty and industry experts

Design Project, Oral

Presentation

MNG 592

(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

Recognize the structure of the College of Engineering, particularly the Department of Mining Engineering (faculty, student professional society, laboratory facilities, etc.) as part of the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

MNG 101


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy


(a),

(j)

MNG 101

Students will be knowledgeable in the area of basic drilling and blasting.

Exam, Homework,

Projects, Quizzes

MNG 331


(e), (j)

MNG 371

Students will have topical understanding of other mining valuation tools.

Homework & Exams

MNG 431

Students will be able to articulate the meaning and application of mine valuation tools covered in the class by identifying contemporary issues in the news and discussing in class.

(i), (j)

In Class Discussion,

Homework, & Exams

MNG 431

(i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning

Students will understand the need to continue learning new blasting technology as the products advance.

Exam, ISEE Introduction

MNG 331

Identify major components of a continuous haulage system and state advantages of this mining system over underground discrete handler alternatives.

(j)

MNG 332


(g), (j)


Homework, & Exams

MNG 431

(j) A knowledge of contemporary issues


(a),

(h)

MNG 101


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Identify major components of a continuous haulage system and state advantages of this mining system over underground discrete handler alternatives.

(i)

MNG 332

Demonstrate the ability to engage in lifelong learning by conducting a literature search on a relevant mining engineering topic.

(g)

MNG 371


(e), (h)

MNG 371


(g), (i)


Homework, & Exams

MNG 431

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


(a), (b), (d)

Exam, Homework, Lab

Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (d)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (d)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211


(a), (b), (d)

Exam, Lab Report

MNG 211

Understand major reserve estimation methods by mining block, polygon, triangle, and section

(a) Exam, homework,

project.

MNG 291

Learn basic CAD drawing skills including drawing tools, drawing editor and commands, basic dimensioning, coordinate systems, construction, crosshatching, etc.

Lab, exam, homework,

project.

MNG 291

Learn to use SurvCADD software to generate and verify a model of a coal reserve from a sample set of geologic and topographic data.

Lab, exam,

project.

MNG 291


Also

Satisfies

Assessment

Methods

Implementation

Strategy

Students will have the ability to become licensed to blast once required experience is obtained.

Exam MNG 331

Operate different instruments (used in the mines) to measure pressures, air quantity, and concentration of gasses.

(b)

Lab report

MNG 341

Design stable surface coal mine pit including structures for excess spoil disposal

(c)

MNG 463

Have understanding of characterization methods of rock masse response to mining

(a)


MNG 551

Have understanding of the application of strength theories to rocks and their limits.

(a) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Have understanding of a concept of heterogeneity and anisotropy in reference to rock material

( a) First test , Lab reports

MNG 551

Perform geomechanic tests on rock. (k) Lab reports MNG 551

Learn design principles for excavations (e) Design report MNG 551


(a), (e) Design report MNG 551

Design natural and artificial support for mine (a), (e) Design report MNG 551

Have understanding of SurvCAD software – Advanced Mining Module.



MNG 591

Apply procedures to build a 3-D stratigraphic model for a mine.

(b)



MNG 591

Create grid maps for quality representation of the reserve.

(b)



MNG 591


(a), (c), (e)

Design Project

MNG 592

Part I: Inventory of Statements and Plans

1. Is there a written mission statement or statement of purpose for this program and/or the department

or unit within which the program is located? x Yes _______ No

See Attachment 1 or go to

http://www.engr.uky.edu/mng/undergraduate/Mission.html

2. Have you articulated student learning outcomes which describe what a student should know or be

able to do when they have completed this program? x Yes _______ No

See Attachment 2 or go to

http://www.engr.uky.edu/mng/undergraduate/outcomes.html

3. Have you chosen a method(s) of assessment for measuring student learning outcomes? Yes _______ No

4. Do you have a document (such as a curriculum map) that links student learning outcomes to the

program curriculum? x Yes _______ No

See Attachment 3 or to to:

http://www.engr.uky.edu/mng/undergraduate/syllabi/MNG_course_info.html

5. Have you determined an assessment cycle and fully articulated an assessment plan? Yes _______ No

6. Does this program have an accreditation process(es) separate from SACS? Yes _______ No

University of KentuckyAssessment Inventory for General Education and Degree Programs

If Yes, please copy and paste, attach a copy or send a link


College: Engineering_____________ ____________________________________________________________________

Department: _Mining Engineering________________________________________________________________________

General Education/Degree Program: __Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering ____________________________________________________

Undergraduate/Graduate/Professional: _Undergraduate______________________________________________________




Part II: Assessment of Outcomes

During the past year, has your program used any of the following for assessment of outcomes?

Please indicate:

"A" if currently being used

"B" if not currently being used but interested in using

"C" if not appropriate/applicable

*Note: the following is not an exhaustive list; please feel free to add any other direct or indirect methods of assessment you may use, as necessary.

Direct methods of assessment: (Enter A, B, C)

1. Comprehensive exams C

2. Writing proficiency exams C

3. National examinations assessing subject matter knowledge (e.g. Major Field Achievement Test) C

4. Graduate Record Exam General Test (GRE) C

5. GRE Subject Test C

6. Certificate examinations C

7. Licensure examinations C

8. Locally developed pre‐test or post‐test for subject matter knowledge C

9. Major paper/project A

10. Portfolio containing representative examples of student work A

11. Capstone course work (e.g. senior level seminars) A

12. Audio/video recording of presentations/performances B13. Employer/supervisor internship/practicum report C

14. Summative performance assessment (i.e. recitals, art exhibits, etc.) C

15. Theses/Dissertations C

16. Student publications and presentations of research work C

17. Documented lab demonstrations/exercises A

18. Other: Course Exams A

Course Homework A

Course Laboratory Exercises A

Part II: Assessment of Outcomes ‐ Continued

Indirect methods of assessment: (Enter A, B, C)

1. Job placement of graduating students A

2. Employer surveys and questionnaires A

3. Graduate School acceptance rates C

4. Student graduation/retention rates A

5. Exit Interviews A

6. Student satisfaction surveys A

7. Student Course evaluations A

8. Focus group discussions C

9. Alumni surveys A

10. Tracking of alumni honors, awards, and achievements at local, state, and national levels C

11. Identification and assessment of at‐risk students C

12. Analysis of student grade distributions C

13. Examiniation of information contained in department's own database C

14. Other evaluations of course instruction (e.g., chair or peer review) A

15. Curriculum/syllabus analysis (e.g., analysis of transfer student preparation) C

16. Community perception of program effectiveness C

17. Community service/volunteerism participation C

18. Other: _______________________________________________________________________ _______

________________________________________________________________________________ _______

________________________________________________________________________________ _______

Part III: Other Information

1. Has this program used any of the direct or indirect methods listed above to improve student learning,

operational effectiveness, student services, and/or general operations? Yes _______ No

Example 1:

Example 2:

Example 3:

2. What resources (i.e., training, personnel, technology, etc.) does this program need to develop and/or

implement better methods for assessing and improving student outcomes and program effectiveness?

A full‐time position dedicated to assessment (for the purpose of improvement).

3. Please list any additional comments or concerns.

Completed by: _____J. Sottile______________________________________________________ Date: 21‐Oct‐09

If Yes, please briefly note 1 ‐ 3 examples

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