Utilizing Program Outcomes in the Modification of Engineering Technology Curriculum
Publication: Earth and Space 2010: Engineering, Science, Construction, and Operations in Challenging Environments
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This paper demonstrates how the assessment process was developed for the Electronics Engineering Technology program at Texas Southern University. It also shows how assessment data were obtained and analyzed. Finally, it demonstrates how the obtained feedbacks from analyzed data were utilized to enhance or modify either course or program's educational objectives and outcomes. In order to establish an efficient assessment method, a two-tier process was developed. The first tier was course-embedded, while the second tier was implemented at the curriculum level. The two-tier process provides a system of on-going evaluation and continuous improvement of the program. Furthermore, a set of assessments instruments were developed to evaluate and modify the program educational objectives and outcomes on a continuous basis to ensure that students achieved the desired program outcomes. This includes the various surveys instruments, the outcome-based exit exam, the students' works, and the feedback from Program's Industry Advisory Board Committee members. Finally, the curriculum and planning committee, which consists of the faculty members in the program, analyze the data and subsequently make recommendations for course and/or program improvement. These changes are presented to the Industry Advisory Board for concurrence, and thereafter submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board through the University's Registrar for final approvals.
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Published online: Apr 26, 2012
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