Undergraduate
Student Learning Outcomes
Design & Communication Technology
Architectural Technology, A.S.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge, techniques (including the use of modern tools), and skills in the use of components, programs and systems encountered in the degree program’s courses.
- Use current knowledge of mathematics, science and emerging technology tools of their discipline to solve problems and demonstrate solutions.
- Identify, analyze and solve technical problems as required in the degree program’s courses.
- Apply and/or design components, systems and software programs in their specialty area.
- Conduct, analyze and interpret experiments, and assess results.
- Function as a member of a 2-4 person team to complete a task in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate ability to organize work done by team members.
- Write technical reports; present data and results coherently in oral and graphic formats.
- Demonstrate skills for life-long learning by locating, evaluating and applying relevant information using external resources such as the Internet, data books, trade publications and library resources and participating in industry conferences, trade organizations/societies and continuing educational opportunities.
- Demonstrate ethical conduct as described in the university student code of conduct.
- Demonstrate knowledge of professional code of ethics.
- Demonstrate a respect for diversity as described in the university civility statement.
- Recognize contemporary professional, societal and global issues in case studies and course projects.
- Demonstrate quality, timeliness and ability to complete increasingly complex homework and projects throughout the degree experience.
Computer Graphics Technology, B.S.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an ability to correctly demonstrate and implement computer literacy practices.
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively apply algebra and trigonometry principles appropriate to visual communication projects and applications.
- Demonstrate an ability to analyze a specific problem, by identifying and defining the component parts of the problem, properly documenting the principles requirements of the solution(s), and effectively documenting and reporting the associated requirements appropriate to its solution(s).
- Demonstrate an ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or programs to meet desired visual communication needs.
- Demonstrate an ability to function effectively on teams and in a collaborative setting to accomplish a common goal.
- Demonstrate an understanding of professional, ethical, legal (including copyright), security, and social issues and responsibilities.
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, and diverse populations in both domestic and international settings.
- Demonstrate an ability to analyze the local and global impact of computer generated images and applications on individuals, organizations, and society.
- Demonstrate an ability to demonstrate how to identify professional development needs, and implement a plan to ensure continuing professional development.
- Demonstrate an ability to demonstrate how to identify and use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice related to visual communication problems.
Interior Design Technology, A.S. and B.S.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate technical knowledge and application of the design process.
- Solve problems that are quantitative in nature.
- Analyze complex issues and apply sound design methodology in multidisciplinary fields of interior design technology.
- Practice effective communication skills in, oral, written and visual presentations.
- Increase knowledge and demonstrate solutions sensitive to health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Work collaboratively and effectively in technology and design related industries.
- Continue Professional advancement through life-long learning.
- Understand the environmental, ethical, diversity, cultural and contemporary aspects of their work.
- Be responsible citizens.
Technical Communications Certificate
Upon completion of this program, students in will be able to:
- Demonstrate that they have the core knowledge, skills, and professional practices necessary for entry-level technical communicators.
- Demonstrate their ability to gather and transform technical knowledge for a variety of audiences.
- Design, develop, and edit effective, usable publications using rhetorical principles and current technology.