The learning experiences and assessments provided by our academic programs are built on the General Education goals, which are reflected in the College’s core requirements.
Goal 1: Students will communicate effectively in writing.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
1.1 demonstrate fluency in a writing process that involves planning, drafting, revising and editing;
1.2 research, organize and produce texts in a variety of written modes for specific audiences;
1.3 demonstrate understanding and recognition of plagiarism;
1.4 apply ethical reasoning in the use of language.
Goal 2: Students will develop effective oral communication skills.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
2.1 demonstrate the elements of effective oral communication;
2.2 research, organize, and deliver a message to specific audiences;
2.3 evaluate the effectiveness and relevance of messages and presentations;
2.4 demonstrate understanding and recognition of plagiarism;
2.5 apply ethical reasoning in the use of language.
Goal 3: Students will develop, apply and use mathematical reasoning skills in solving problems.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
3.1 read and comprehend information with mathematical content;
3.2 analyze quantitative information;
3.3 determine patterns, trends, and relationships from a variety of sources;
3.4 solve numeric and word problems using logic and mathematical skills.
Goal 4: Students will develop analytical and critical thinking skills.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
4.1 analyze, evaluate, and question information;
4.2 formulate and develop relevant responses to problems based on logic and available information.
Goal 5: Students will develop necessary literacy required to analyze and implement solutions involving use of the computer.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
5.1 demonstrate computer literacy in academic and professional contexts;
5.2 demonstrate understanding of computer technology and application software.
Goal 6: Students will develop information literacy necessary to identify, locate, evaluate, communicate, and apply information.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
6.1 determine the extent of information needed;
6.2 locate information from books, journals, the Internet, databases and media;
6.3 evaluate and apply appropriate search strategies;
6.4 evaluate the quality of sources in terms of reliability, bias, currency, and authority;
6.5 access and use information ethically and legally.
Goal 7: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method and its application to solve problems and analyze data in at least one discipline in the sciences.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
7.1 demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, such as observation, hypothesis development, experimentation, and evaluation of evidence;
7.2 demonstrate the ability to comprehend and analyze scientific literature.
Goal 8: Students will develop knowledge of culture and history.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
8.1 demonstrate understanding of elements of culture in relation to history, values, politics, communication, economy, or beliefs and practices.
