Department of Computing and Technology School of Science and Technology Bachelor of Science Technology CIP Code Program Quality Improvement Report Fall 2010

Program Actions since last assessment presentation ) 2 Type of measurementCourseTime frameFaculty member contact PresentationTech 3013, Tech 4033Fall/springPenick PortfolioTech 3013, Tech 4033FallPenick Embedded test questionsTech 4023, Tech 4143Fall/springRussell, Estep SurveyTech 3013, Tech 4023, Tech 4033, Tech 4143 Fall/springPenick, Russell, Estep Comments received from previous report: 1.More outcomes needed- We agree and are making arrangements to collect data from multiple classes to include TECH 3013, TECH 4023 TECH 4033, and TECH More assessment measures are needed- We agree, with the additional courses being assessed; additional measures will be taken and analyzed. 3.May need to add a “capstone” course for measureable outcomes- this is unlikely given the current configuration of the degree. Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Action plan for weakness: “Needs more outcomes” and “More assessment measures are needed” 3 Type of activity CourseTime frameFaculty member PresentationAdd TECH 4143 FallRussell PortfolioAdd TECH 4033 SpringPenick Embedded test questions Add TECH 4023 and TECH 4143 Spring/fallRussell SurveyADD TECH 3013, TECH 4023, TECH 4033, and TECH 4243 Spring/fallvaried Fall 2010 Program Quality Improvement Report

Alignment of Outcomes The B.S. in Technology program, as well as all programs in the CaT Dept., support the University Mission in the Cameron University Plan 2013 as stated below… “Cameron University provides a diverse and dynamic student body access to quality educational opportunities; foster a student-centered academic environment that combines innovative classroom teaching with experiential learning; prepare students for professional success, responsible citizenship, life-long learning, and meaningful contributions to a rapidly changing world; and is a driven force in the cultural life and economic development of the region.” Fall 2010Program Quality Improvement Report4

Alignment of Outcomes Outcome 1:Students must possess the ability to communicate with a diverse user group, in a variety of settings to a variety of audiences and purposes. – prepare students for professional success Fall 2010Program Quality Improvement Report5

Alignment of Outcomes Outcome 2: Students must understand and possess a high ethical standard – responsible citizenship, life-long learning, and meaningful contributions to a rapidly changing world; Fall 2010Program Quality Improvement Report6

Alignment of Outcomes Outcome 3: Students will have an understanding of employee and resource supervision – a driving force in the cultural life and economic development of the region Fall 2010Program Quality Improvement Report7

Program goals and objectives 8 Student Learning Outcome #1: Students must possess the ability to communicate with a diverse user group, in a variety of settings to a variety of audiences and purposes. Student Performance ObjectiveTeaching Strategies Student Learning Assessment Strategies Assessment Item Students will be able to show critical thinking skills to demonstrate professional quality work using a variety of oral, written and multimedia techniques. In the TECH 3013, TECH 4143 course students will have numerous writing and presentation projects. (Bloom – application) Process oriented projects will be required that will demonstrate students capabilities in oral and written communications. Assessment will be done by numerous faculty members. Projects will be included each time the course is taught. This goal supports Cameron University’s Plan 2013 Goal 1: The University of Choice, step 1.11 “Build academic distinction in the areas of Communication, Criminal Justice, and Information Technology”. Fall 2010 Program Quality Improvement Report

Fall 2010 Program Quality Improvement Report 9 Program Goals and Objectives Student Learning Outcome #2: Students must understand and possess a high ethical standard. Student Performance ObjectiveTeaching Strategies Student Learning Assessment Strategies Assessment Item Students will demonstrate ethical behavior in a variety of circumstances. In the TECH 4033course students will study ethical issues as they relate directly to career activities. Projects will be required that will have the students solve an ethics issue for a specific audience and purpose. Assessment will be done by numerous faculty members. Projects will be included each time the course is taught. This goal supports Cameron University’s Plan 2013 Goal 1: The University of Choice, step 1.11 “Build academic distinction in the areas of Communication, Criminal Justice, and Information Technology”.(Bloom – application)

Fall 2010 Program Quality Improvement Report 10 Program Goals and Objectives Student Learning Outcome 3: Student Performance Outcomes Students will have a basic Teaching Strategies understanding of employee and Student Learning Assessment Strategies resource supervision Assessment Schedule Students will be able to identify and explain various management styles and techniques Students will plan, organize, lead and control entry level technical staff using appropriate management techniques. Given appropriate case study students will identify and explain various management styles and techniques. 1) In the Senior Level Industrial Management TECH 4033 project/case study will be utilized. Rubric ratings will be analyzed. Students will be able to plan resources to meet deadlines Students will be able to use Microsoft Project software in the planning of resources Blooms level: Evaluation Given personnel requirements, resource requirements, and timelines, students will be able to create an action plan. Employer Perceptions 1) In the Junior Level Tech Communication TECH3013 a uniform rubric will be applied to each project. Ratings will be compiled. 2) Survey from the Industrial Advisory Council. This goal supports Cameron University’s Plan 2013 Goal 1: The University of Choice, step 1.11 “Build academic distinction in the areas of Communication, Criminal Justice, and Information Technology”.

Display of Assessment Data 11 Type of measurement CourseTime frameFaculty member contact PresentationTech 3013, Tech 4033 Fall/springPenick PortfolioTech 3013, Tech 4033 FallPenick Objective 1: Students will possess the ability to communicate effectively using oral, written, and multimedia techniques. Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Students will possess the ability to communicate effectively using oral, written, and multimedia techniques. Objective 1 Presentations and Portfolios were assessed to determine mastery of subject. 12Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Display of Assessment Data Students were asked embedded questions and their answers were scored against the given answers in the teachers edition of the book. 13 Type of measurement CourseTime frameFaculty member contact Embedded Test Questions Tech 4033 Industrial Mgmt Fall/springPenick Objective 2 : Students will understand and possess high ethical standards Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Students will understand and possess high ethical standards. Objective 2 37 students were questioned 14Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Display of Assessment Data 15 Type of measurement CourseTime frameFaculty member contact Case StudyTech 4033Fall/springPenick SurveyTech 3033, Tech 4033 FallEstep Objective 3: Students will have a basic understanding of employee and resource supervision. Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Students will have an understanding of employee and resource supervision. Objective 3 28 or 75% of the students answered the questions correctly with 8 or 25% answering incorrectly 16Fall Program Quality Improvement Report

Published information on graduates 17 Academic Year Entered Graduate SchoolWorking In DisciplineUnknown Summer Fall Spring Total 8 Fall 2010 Program Quality Improvement Report