Outcomes Data 2013 - 2014

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Feedback from students and faculty indicate a mismatch between outcomes of PHYS 3600 and expectations of PHYS 4600.

Capstone Assessment - Physics 4900

Learning Outcome 2013 - 2014
Physics Knowledge 2.4
Problem Solving and Mathematical Analysis  2.7
Laboratory Skills 2.6
Computer Skills 2.8
Research 2.5
Communication 2.6

Key
  • 3 - Excellent
  • 2 - Satisfactory
  • 1 - Weak
  • 0 - Unsatisfactory

Number of Students
  • 2013 - 2014 - 17 Students

College of Science Exit Interview 2012

Statement NA SA AR DS SD
The preparation I received in the lower division courses in my department was adequate for my success in upper division major courses. 0 8 10 0 0
The preparation I received in the lower division College of Science courses outside my department but required by my major was adequate for my success in upper division major courses. 1 6 11 0 0
I found the material in the courses in my department to be intellectually challenging and stimulating. 0 13 5 0 0
In general the quality of teaching in my department was adequate to enable me to learn the material. 0 9 8 1 0
I found the laboratory experience in my major to be useful for developing an understanding of my field. 2 14 1 1 0
My exposure to laboratory experiences in my major was adequate. 0 12 5 1 0
The scientific and other equipment needed for a modern education in my major were available. 0 6 9 3 0
The computational facilities available to me were adequate for my needs. 0 10 6 2 0
The library holdings were adequate for my needs. 2 8 8 0 0
The classroom and learning facilities were adequate for my needs. 0 6 10 2 0
I met with my advisor on a regular basis. 0 10 6 2 0
My advisor was knowledgeable of Departmental and University regulations. 0 18 0 0 0
The quality of advising I received in my department was adequate. 0 17 1 0 0
There was enough flexibility in my major for me to achieve my personal educational objectives. 0 7 9 2 0
I would choose the same major if I were starting my undergraduate education over. 0 7 9 1 1
I feel a sense of pride in and loyalty to my department. 0 8 10 0 0

Key
  • NA - Not Applicable
  • SA - Strongly Agree
  • AR - Agree
  • DS - Disagree Somewhat
  • SD - Strongly Disagree

Number of Students
  • 2013 - 2014 - 18 Students

Physics Department Exit Interview

Learning Outcome 2013 - 2014
Physics Knowledge 4.8
Problem Solving and Mathematical Analysis  5.0
Laboratory Skills 3.9
Computer Skills 4.1
Research 4.4
Communication 4.9

Key
  • 5 - Got it
  • 4 - Not Bad
  • 3 - Average
  • 2 - Poor
  • 1 - Weakest
  • 0 - Did not get it

Number of Students
  • 2013 - 2014 - 18 Students