Objectives and Assessments

INTENT

The program has documented, measurable objectives, including expected outcomes for graduates. The program regularly assesses its progress against its objectives and uses the results of the assessments to identify program improvements and to modify the program’s objectives.

STANDARDS

I-1. The program must have documented, measurable objectives.

I-2. The program’s objectives must include expected outcomes for graduating students.

I-3. Data relative to the objectives must be routinely collected and documented, and used in program assessments.

I-4. The extent to which each program objective is being met must be periodically assessed.

I-5. The results of the program’s periodic assessments must be used to help identify opportunities for program improvement.

I-6. The results of the program’s assessments and the actions taken based on the results must be documented.

The program must enable students to attain, by the time of graduation:

2010-2011 ABET Program Outcomes

(a) An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline

(b) An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution

(c) An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs

(d) An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal

(e) An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities

(f) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

(g) An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society

(h) Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development

(i) An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.

(i) Coverage of the fundamentals of

i.1 a modern programming language

i.2 data management

i.3 networking

i.4 data communications

i.5 systems analysis and design

i.6 the role of Information Systems in organizations

i.7 project management

(j) An understanding of processes that support the delivery and management of information systems within business application environments