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Big Bend Community College

Moses Lake, Washington

Accreditation Progress Report

April 13, 2004

Big Bend Community College Accreditation Progress Report April 2004

A problem we all share is managing our time while operating in the multi-tasking environment of a busy community college. While Big Bend Community College is probably no worse off than any of our sister institutions, we are pleased to report that we have managed to stay on task, almost since the departure of our visitation team in attending to the general recommendations of the team and ultimately those of the Commission.

When the team was on campus in October of 2002 we were in the middle of completing our second Academic Master Plan (AMP) so the additional insight of the team’s comments helped us in the completion and adoption of that plan, which will be described in detail shortly. So too were we able to continue with ongoing assessment activities to attend to team comments and observations regarding related instruction and uniform campus-wide program assessment.

We hope the Commission will agree that the following detail is understandable and appropriately responsive to the general recommendations.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATION 1. “The committee recommends that related instruction be reviewed for all professional and technical programs to ensure that programs of 45 quarter credit hours of (sic) 30 semester hours or more in length contain the required components and are taught by qualified faculty. (Policy 2.1 – General Education/Related Instruction)”.

This general recommendation triggered an immediate re-review of all related instruction requirements as listed in our catalog. We believe that our related instruction requirements with respect to communication and human relations are consistently stated and the appropriate courses are taught by qualified instructors (see the following table). Our improvement efforts then turned to address a plethora of mathematics classes which attempted to meet the computation requirement. The professional/technical division, in collaboration with the college mathematics department, revisited the computation requirements and completely revised the offerings designed to provide the computational component of our general education requirements, rather than attempt to modify the previously used classes.

These changes were discussed and approved by our faculty through the Instructional Council and are presently incorporated in all curricula with related instruction requirements. A key to these changes and an integral part of the collaboration is to use only qualified applied mathematics instructors in each of these courses with an occasional teaming of a professional/technical instructor with the mathematics instructor to keep the mathematics curriculum in harmony with the technical discipline.

The math department, the Vice President of Instruction and the Dean of Professional Technical Education in partnership, recommend instructors as having the skills and abilities necessary to teach the class along with the expertise required in the given professional/technical field. Instructors will have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in math or mathematically-related field or a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience utilizing applied mathematics in a professional/technical field.

The collaboration with the mathematics department has given each computation course a better defined focus that is appropriate for the discipline, and is to be taught by qualified applied mathematics instructors.

The table below is a listing of BBCC Professional/Technical Programs with the associated body of instruction in 1) communication, 2) computation, and 3) human relations. New classes (*) and classes pending Instructional Council approval (**) have been added to meet the Accreditation Recommendation and Master Course Outlines with Course Descriptions are attached (pages 7 to 27).

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Program Degree or Certificate Granted

Communication Computation Human Relations

Accounting Associate in Applied Science

BUS 121 Business English

BUS 102 Business Math

BUS 120 Human Relations on the Job

Accounting Certificate of Achievement

BUS 121 Business English



Automotive Technology

Associate in Applied Science

ENG 112 Applied Technical Writing

MAP 101* Applied Mathematics (Automotive/Welding)


Aviation (Commercial Pilot)



MAP 104* Applied Mathematics (Aviation)


Aviation Maintenance



MAP 100* Applied Mathematics (AMT)


Aviation Maintenance

Certificate of Achievement a) Airframe Maintenance Technician b) Powerplant Maintenance Technician


MAP 100* Applied Mathematics (AMT)


Business Medical Services


BUS 121 Business English SPH 100 Interpersonal Communications



Business Medical Services

Certificate of Achievement

BUS 121 Business English SPH 100 Interpersonal Communications



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Chemical Laboratory Technician


ENG 101 English Composition or ENG 112 Applied Technical Writing SPH 100 Interpersonal Communications or SPH 101 Fundamentals of Speech

MPC 099 Intermediate Algebra or higher (Same math requirement as Associate in Arts & Science)


Child and Family Education


ENG 101 English Composition

MAP 106** Applied Mathematics (CFE)

EDU 217 Child Growth & Development EDU 240 Family Communications and Dynamics

Child and Family Education


ENG 101 English Composition

MAP 106** Applied Mathematics (CFE)

EDU 217 Child Growth & Development EDU 240 Family Communications and Dynamics

Computer Science Micro-computer Specialist


ENG 112 Applied Technical Writing SPH 100 Interpersonal Communications



Computer Science Computing Systems





Engineering Civil Engineering Technology


ENG 112 Applied Technical Writing SPH 101 Fundamentals of Speech

MAP 102* Applied Mathematics (EGR)


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Engineering CAD Drafting Technology





Engineering Drafting, Work-based Learning





Engineering Water and Soil





Industrial Electrical Program



MAP 103* Applied Mathematics (IET)







Maintenance Mechanics





Maintenance Mechanics





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Nursing Associate in Applied Science in Nursing

SPH 101 Fundamentals of Speech ENG 101 English Composition

Math 103 or higher

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology

Welding Associate in Applied Science


MAP 101* Applied Mathematics (Automotive/Welding)


GENERAL RECOMMENDATION

2. “BBCC is engaged in planning activities and is using the Academic Master Plan for identifying campus-wide strategic initiatives. The committee recommends that the Academic Master Plan clearly includes planning and evaluation of the college’s progress in fulfilling its mission and goals and demonstrates that the results of that evaluation are used for continuous improvement (Standard 1.B – Planning and Effectiveness).” The Big Bend Academic Master Plan (AMP) is a five-year document. At the time of the evaluation team visit a new AMP was being written. A significant change in the new AMP was occasioned by the adoption of a form of policy governance by the Big Bend Community College Trustees the previous spring. Spurred on by the general recommendation, the faculty and staff incorporated the Board’s Ends Statements as the core of the revised AMP, developing goals, strategies, and outcomes based on the direction from the Board. The various assessment tools and strategies to verify the outcomes of the AMP produce the several (6) monitoring reports presented to the Board in open meetings throughout each academic year. The monitoring reports represent the assessment of program outcomes in support of the college mission as described in the Ends Statements. Board discussion following receipt of the monitoring reports give directives for adjustments or enhancements of the college mission and goals following our assessment activities. The assessment results are used to produce the monitoring reports. These results are also used by faculty and staff at the program and service level throughout the year to modify and enhance courses and programs. Annually, at the return to campus faculty in-service, the assessment portion of the program provides the opportunity to formally record the use of the assessment results for program improvement. The 2003-2008 abbreviated version of the Academic Master Plan for Big Bend Community College with plans and outcomes is attached for reference (pages 28 to 38). GENERAL RECOMMENDATION 3. “The committee recommends that BBCC address the lack of consistency in educational program planning and effectiveness across the curriculum by reviewing all programs to ensure that all academic programs are continuously assessed and that the results of this assessment are used for improvement (Standard 2.B-Educational Program Planning and Assessment; Policy 2.2-Educational Assessment).” Conventional wisdom advises that an institution should not be surprised by the general recommendations of the evaluation team following a visit. Such was this observation. A lack of consistency in program planning, guided by program outcomes and assessment plans at the time of the visit was certainly indicated by the materials in the self-study and the accompanying

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exhibits. The attached current assessment program will demonstrate a measurable improvement in this situation campus-wide (pages 39 to 63). Clearly we have instructional areas which are exemplary in this regard and equally clearly while we believe we now have goals, outcomes, and assessment tools in place everywhere; we are still not at our desired level of consistency. Our task has been, and will continue to be, to challenge our faculty and staff to reach in setting performance levels for the outcomes and to acknowledge the use of assessment information for program improvement.

The result of this effort in response to the general recommendation is a uniform college-wide exercise of assessment tools measuring clearly stated outcomes. Our plan is to strengthen this activity at every program level with the completion of each succeeding assessment cycle.

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�MASTER COURSE OUTLINE� DEPT. MAP Big Bend Community College NO. 100 Date: November 2003 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATHEMATICS (AMT) CREDITS: 2 CIP Code: 27.9998 Total Contact Hours Per Qtr. 22 Intent Code: 21 Lecture Hours Per Qtr. 22 Program Code: 892 Lab Hours Per Qtr. 0 Distribution Designator: Other Hours Per Qtr: 0 �PREPARED BY:� Erik Borg �COURSE DESCRIPTION: � This course will cover aircraft technical mathematics and is designed for the Aviation Maintenance Technology student. It will cover the fundamental mathematical principles required for the successful completion of the Aviation Maintenance Technology program. �PREREQUISITES:� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score into MPC 090 or above. Must be enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance Technology program. �TEXT REQUIREMENTS:� Jeppesen Sanderson Training Products, A&P Technician General Text Book �COURSE GOALS:� To provide the student with the required skills and basic knowledge of technical mathematics as required in the aviation industry and to prepare the student for the mathematics section of the FAA mechanics exam. �COURSE OBJECTIVE:� Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1. Extract roots and raised numbers to a given power. 2. Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes. 3. Solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems. 4. Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction,

multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers. �EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES; FAR 147.31(e): Student grades are based on the following items: Classroom/test assignments 100% a. Oral Test 25% b. Lap Test 25% c. Final exam 50% Examinations will be given to ensure the understanding and/or retention of the subject material. An appropriate test will be given to each student who completes each subject area. A quarter final review test will be given during the last three days of each quarter. Any other testing or quizzes may be given at the instructor’s discretion. Test scores falling below the 70% minimum can be raised to an acceptable standard by a retest. A retest score of 70% or better is required, but only 70% will be credited. Missed tests and retests will be given only with prior arrangements with the instructor.

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�Letter Grade� �Percentage� �BBCC Numeric Grade��

A = 97 - 100 = 3.8 - 4.0 A- = 93 - 96 = 3.5 - 3.7 B+ = 89 - 92 = 3.2 - 3.4 B = 85 - 88 = 2.9 - 3.1 B- = 81 - 84 = 2.5 - 2.8 C+ = 77 - 80 = 2.2 - 2.4 C = 73 - 76 = 1.9 - 2.1 C- = 69 - 72 = 1.5 - 1.8 D+ = 65 - 68 = 1.2 - 1.4 D = 61 - 64 = 0.9 - 1.1 D- = 58 - 60 = 0.7 - 0.8 F = 0 - 57 = 0.0 - 0.6

A minimum passing grade of 70% must be obtained by each student in order to receive a letter of completion from the course. 400 hours of attendance is mandatory for the completion of the AMT General program at BBCC. �ATTENDANCE: The AMT Technical Mathematics course is offered by arranged schedule for 17 hours of lecture and 16 hours of laboratory per quarter. A minimum of �400 hours of attendance is mandatory for the completion of the AMT general program at BBCC.� Upon successful completion of 1150 hours of instruction (which includes 400 hours of General and 750 hours of Airframe), a certificate of completion is granted and the student is eligible to take the FAA written exams for the Airframe/Powerplant Mechanic certificate. The Instructor will monitor absenteeism by use of the student time cards. A student enrolled in the AMT program at BBCC will be allowed to miss a maximum of twenty-four (24) hours of class time per quarter. Those students who miss more than 24 hours of class time may be required to reduce their credits for that quarter. �MAKE-UP PROVISIONS��

Make-up time must be arranged with the appropriate instructor and will be completed by the student on his/her own time under the instructor’s supervision at the end of the quarter. Make-up hours will be documented through the use of time cards, using time clock procedures, and must be signed by the appropriate instructor. Make-up time and projects will be related directly to those areas of instruction missed by the students. If time missed is due to school closure caused by weather, power outages, or other unforeseen events, the missed time must be made up during scheduled make-up days at the end of the quarter. When a student is dropped from a class due to excessive absenteeism, failing grades, or not making up missed time in accordance with the above policies, �all recorded attendance hours will be forfeited from the class �and considered non-transferable if the student repeats the class.

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�PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES: � X � Lecture � X � Small Group Discussion � X � Special Project � X � Laboratory Supervised Clinical Other (List) � X � Audiovisual Individualized Instruction Division Chair Approval

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�MASTER COURSE OUTLINE� DEPT: MAP Big Bend Community College NO: 101 Date: November 2003 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATHEMATICS (AUT/WLD) CIP Code: 27.9998 CREDITS: 3-5 Intent Code: 21 Total Contact Hours per Qtr: 33-55 Program Code: 892 Lecture Hours per Qtr: 33-55 Lab Hours per Qtr: Distribution Designator: Other Hours per Qtr: �PREPARED BY:� Mike O’Konek �COURSE DESCRIPTION: � This class provides review and instruction in whole numbers, decimals, fractions, measurement, ratio, proportion, percents, introduction to algebra, and introduction to geometry. This basic instruction and review is followed by vocational program specific mathematics instruction. Students will study mathematics for welding or automotive repair. The emphasis is on providing practice in related job specific skills. �PREREQUISITE(S):� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score into MPC 090 or above. �TEXT(S):� Math for Welders, Nino Marion, The Goodheart-Williams Company, Inc., 1996; Math for the Automotive Trade, Peterson/deKryger, Delmar Publishing, 3rd Edition, 1995; teacher generated handouts and worksheets will be used extensively. �COURSE GOALS: � To provide remediation, review and instruction in basic mathematics and vocational course specific work to prepare students to perform job related mathematical problems successfully. �COURSE OBJECTIVES:� Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

1. Perform normal arithmetic functions – add, subtract, multiply and divide. 2. Find perimeters, surfaces and volumes. 3. Work successfully with decimals. 4. Perform mathematical operations with fractions. 5. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions. 6. Use formulas to solve percentage problems. 7. Use formulas to solve ratio and proportion problems. 8. Solve basic algebraic equations. 9. Solve standard word problems. 10. Use triangular formulas to solve basic triangular problems. 11. Solve simple mathematical problems using formulas. 12. Use conversion formulas to convert to and from the metric system. 13. Use formulas to solve problems related to specific automotive or welding tasks.

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�COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE: Whole Numbers

• Determining place value. • Comparing and ordering numbers using equality symbols. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Rounding numbers. • Finding patterns in number series. • Estimating answers. • Problem solving.

Decimals • Determining place value. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Comparing and ordering. • Rounding. • Exponents. • Prime factorization. • Scientific notation.

Fractions • Comparing and ordering. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Finding equivalent fractions. • Using cancellation. • Greatest common factor (GCF). • Least common multiple (LCM).

Measurement

• Customary units. • Metric units. • Converting from customary into metric and metric into customary. • Converting from one unit of measure into another.

Ratio and Proportion and Percentage

• Probability, range, median and mode. • Way to show ratio and proportion. • Proportion formula. • Using the proportion formula to solve a variety of problems. • Using formulas to convert to and from percentages. • Using Percentages to solve problems

Algebra

• Integers. • Signed numbers. • Comparing and ordering integers. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. • Coordinate graphs.

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• Order of operations. • Solving equations. • Formulas.

Geometry

• Lines and angles. • Geometric figures. • Formulas. • Pythagorean Theorem. • Perimeter, area, volume and weight.

Welding:

Linear Measure Angular Measure Four-Sided Figure Measure Triangular Measure Circular Measure Volume Measure Weight Measure Bending Metal Processing and Calculations Metric System and Measurements

Automotive:

Automotive Engine Calculations and Formulas Automotive Engine Control Systems Calculations and Formulas Automotive Electrical System Calculations and Formulas Automotive Drive Train Calculations and Formulas Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Calculations and Formulas Geometry, Angle Measurement s Metric System and Measurements Measuring Tool Reading Repair Orders calculations

�EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES 1. The student will earn a grade for all daily work assignments. This grade will account for 35% of the

final grade. 2. The student will earn a grade for unit test scores. This grade will account for 35% of the final grade. 3. The student will earn a grade for participation, classroom work, worksheets and quizzes. This grade will

account for 15% of the final grade. �No make-up allowed. 4. The final test will account for 15% of the final grade.

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All grades will be calculated using the following percentage scale: 95-100 = 4.0 82 = 2.8 70 = 1.6 93-94 = 3.9 81 = 2.7 69 = 1.5 92 = 3.8 80 = 2.6 68 = 1.4 91 = 3.7 79 = 2.5 67 = 1.3 90 = 3.6 78 = 2.4 66 = 1.2 89 = 3.5 77 = 2.3 65 = 1.1 88 = 3.4 76 = 2.2 64 = 1.0 87 = 3.3 75 = 2.1 63 = 0.9 86 = 3.2 74 = 2.0 62 = 0.8 85 = 3.1 73 = 1.9 61 = 0.7 84 = 3.0 72 = 1.8 60 = 0.7 83 = 2.9 71 = 1.7 0-59 = 0.0 Late work will be accepted, at the instructor’s discretion, only for extenuating circumstances. Any late work that is accepted, will be assessed a penalty based on the degree of lateness.

� PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES: __�X�__ Lecture __ �X�__ Small Group. Discussion _____ Special Projects _____ Lab _____ Audiovisual _____ Other (list) _____ Supervised Clinical _____ Individualized Instruction _____________________________________ Division Chair Approval

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MASTER COURSE OUTLINE DEPT: MAP Big Bend Community College NO: 102 Date: November 2003 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATH (EGR) CIP Code: 27.9998 CREDITS: 3 Intent Code: 21 Total Contact Hours Per Qtr: 44 SIS Code: 892 Lecture Hours Per Qtr: 22 Lab Hours Per Qtr: 22 Distribution Designation: Math/Science Other Hours Per Qtr: �PREPARED BY�: Edith Hansen �COURSE DESCRIPTION�: Study of the concepts of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry with application towards computer graphics, surveying and engineering problems. �PREREQUISITE(S):� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score of MPC 090 or above. �TEXT: � �College Mathematics for Technology, �4�

th� Edition Author: Cleaves, Hobbs and Dudenhefer,

Publisher: Prentice Hall �COURSE GOALS �: Develop proficiency in the mathematics skills necessary for progress in the engineering technology field. �COURSE OBJECTIVES �: Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

1. Convert between two standards

2. Set up and use equations with more than one unknown

3. Apply geometric relationships

4. Use Cartesian Coordinates

5. Solve right and oblique triangle trigonometric problems

�COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE:

A. Introduction

B. Measurement Conversion, Metric System

C. Working with Equations

D. Proportions

E. Geometric Formulas

1. Pythagorean Theorem 2. Perimeter and Area 3. Slope

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F. Cartesian Coordinates

G. Concepts of Geometry

1. Polygons 2. Triangles 3. Circles 4. Geometric Solids

H. Trigonometry

1. Functions 2. Right Triangles 3. Oblique Triangles 4. Vector quantities �EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES: Grades will be based on the number of accumulated points earned on participation, tests, quizzes, and homework. A percentage system is used as follows: 4.0 = 95% 3.5 = 90% 2.5 = 80% 1.5 = 70% 0.7 = 62% Attendance will be taken. However, you are responsible for all the material covered in class. Quizzes will be unscheduled. Make-up Tests and Quizzes: There will be no make up of quizzes. However, scheduled tests can be taken at another time if there are extenuating circumstances. Final tests are given at scheduled times only. �PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES: � x �Lecture � x �Small Group Discussion Special Project � X �Laboratory Audiovisual Other (List) Supervised Clinical Individual Instruction Division Chair Approval

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�MASTER COURSE OUTLINE� DEPT: MAP Big Bend Community College NO: 103 Date: November 2003 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATHEMATICS (MMT/IET) CIP Code: 27.9998 CREDITS: 5 Intent Code: 21 Total Contact Hours Per Qtr: 55 Program Code: 892 Lecture Hours Per Qtr: 55 Lab Hours Per Qtr: Distribution Designator: Other Hours Per Qtr: �PREPARED BY:� Gail Erickson and Stephen E. Matern �COURSE DESCRIPTION: � This class provides review and instruction in whole numbers, decimals, fractions, measurement, ratio, proportion, percents, introduction to algebra, and introduction to geometry. This basic instruction and review is followed by vocational program specific mathematics instruction. Students will study mathematics for electricity/electronics. The emphasis is on providing a solid mathematics base to facilitate assimilation of more complex mathematics as well as providing course work in relevant work-specific problems and situations. Collaborative learning is encouraged and built into the course to give students practice in a key skill used in the workplace. �PREREQUISITE(S):� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score of MPC 090 or above. �TEXT(S):� Math for Electricity and Electronics, W. L. Bartkiw, Glencoe Publishing, first edition, 1995; Teacher generated handouts and worksheets will be used extensively. �COURSE GOALS:� To provide remediation, review and instruction in basic mathematics and vocational course specific work. The design of the class encourages development of those skills essential in solving real work problems and resolving real work situations. Issues such as math anxiety, problem solving and decision-making will be addressed and collaborative efforts to achieve course goals and objectives will be encouraged. �COURSE OBJECTIVES:� The student will be able to:

• Gain familiarity with key words that indicate the operation to be used in a variety of mathematical problems.

• Read numbers and assign value by place. • Compare and order numbers to the value specified. • Round a number to the place specified. • Determine the relationship between a series of numbers and then find any missing number or

numbers that follow the sequence. • Add, subtract (with or without regrouping), multiply and divide whole numbers. • Estimate to see if the answer is reasonable for problems involving all whole number basic

operations. • Choose the correct operation to solve word problems.

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• Find the average (mean) of a series of numbers. • Explain the meaning of decimals. • Write a decimal correctly when a number is dictated or written in words. • Find the place value of a decimal. • Compare and order decimals to the value specified. • Round a decimal to the place specified. • Add decimals correctly by lining up decimal places. • Subtract decimals correctly by lining up decimal places both with and without regrouping. • Multiply and divide decimals correctly for basic computational and word problems. • Identify the base and exponent in an exponential figure. • Write an exponential number as an expanded number. • When the base is a numeral, perform the multiplication indicated by the exponent. • Differentiate between a number written in standard notation and one written in scientific notation. • Change a number from standard notation into scientific notation and from scientific notation into

standard notation. • Differentiate between a prime number and a composite number. • Find the prime factorization of a given number by two different methods. • Define the following terms: base, exponent, quotient, product, divisor, dividend. • Show the prime factorization of a number in exponential form. • Define and identify examples of the following terms: fraction; improper fraction; mixed number;

equivalent fraction; numerator; denominator; reciprocal; reduce; regrouping; lowest common denominator (LCD); greatest common factor (GCF); least common multiple (LCM); and cancellation.

• Determine the correct numerical representation of fractions when given visual or concrete examples.

• Find other fractions that are equivalent to a given fraction. • Compare and order fractions with the same denominator. • Using the LCD, compare and order fractions with different denominators. • Find the GCF of two or more numbers. • Find the LCM of two or more numbers. • Multiply simple fractions with or without cancellation. • Multiply a fraction with one or more mixed number. • Divide a simple fraction by the reciprocal of the divisor. • Reduce fractions to lowest terms. • Divide a fraction by a mixed number. • Divide a mixed number by a simple fraction. • Divide a mixed number by a mixed number. • Use cancellation when multiplying or dividing fractions. • Add fractions with the same or different denominators. • Find the LCD for a given set of fractions with different denominators. • Add mixed numbers with the same or different denominators. • Subtract mixed numbers when regrouping is or is not necessary. • Perform fractions operations for basic computational and word problems involving fractions. • Explain the steps involved in all types of fraction operations. • Convert customary units of length, capacity, weight and time from one to another. • Gain familiarity with metric units of measurement. • Convert metric units of length, capacity and mass from one to another. • Change a customary unit into a metric unit and a metric unit into a customary unit.

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• Solve computational and word problems involving customary and metric units of length, weight, capacity, mass and time.

• Define a ratio and explain the relationship it represents. • Write a ratio three different ways. • Define a proportion and explain the relationship it represents. • Solve a proportion by finding and comparing cross products. • Use a scale drawing to find the actual measurements of a proportional object. • Use the probability formula to determine the probability of a variety of numbers in a variety of

situations. • Define percent and give examples. • Change decimals into percents and percents into decimals. • Change fractions into decimals and decimals into fractions. • Change percents into fractions and fractions into percents. • When the part and whole are known, find the percent one number is of another by using the

percent proportion. • Find the whole when the part and percent is known. • Find the part when the whole and percent is known. • Determine whether the part, percent or whole must be found for a given problem. • Set up a correct percent proportion when given a percent problem. • Name the opposite of a signed integer. • Define the following terms: variable; absolute value; integer; algebraic term; equation; formula;

positive number; algebraic expression; negative number; power; root; polynomial; monomial; simplify; ascending order; descending order; and coordinates.

• Use a number line to gain familiarity with the concept of positive and negative numbers. • Compare integers using the greater than (>), less than (<), equal (=), greater than or equal to (⟨),

or less than or equal to ([) symbols. • Order integers from least to greatest and greatest to least. • Add integers with different signs using a number line. • Subtract an integer by adding its opposite. • Multiply two (2) integers with the same or different signs. • Determine the correct sign for the product when multiplying three (3) or more integers. • Divide two (2) integers with the same or unlike signs. • Plot the correct point on a graph with an x horizontal axis and a y vertical axis. • Identify the positive and negative sections on each axis. • Determine the coordinates of the given point on a graph. • Simplify an algebraic expression by following the order of operations. • List the correct order of operations to use when simplifying an algebraic expression. • Find the value of an expression by substituting values given for variables in the expression and

following the order of operations. • Evaluate and determine the correct formula to solve a given problem. • Identify and combine like variables. • Set up an algebraic equation to solve a problem. • Isolate the variable on one side of the equation while keeping the equation balanced. • Solve two (2) step equations. • Identify and define the following terms: right angle; obtuse angle; straight angle; acute angle;

intersecting lines; perpendicular lines; vertical angle; parallel lines; congruent figure; similar figure; quadrilateral; supplementary angle; rectangle; square; parallelogram; complementary angle; trapezoid; circle; and polygon.

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• Identify the parts of a circle: chord, diameter, central angle, radius and arc. • Determine the total sum of the three (3) angles of a triangle. • Solve for sides or angles of various triangles. • Find the square root of a perfect square. • Find the square root of a number that is not a perfect square. • Find the side of a right angle using the Pythagorean Theorem. • Find the perimeter of a regular polygon. • Using the appropriate formulas, find the perimeter and area of the following figures:

parallelogram; rectangle; square; triangle; circle; and irregular figures. • Using the appropriate formula, find the surface area of a rectangle, prism and cube. • Using the appropriate formula, find the surface area of a cylinder. • Using the appropriate formula, find the volume of a cylinder. • Identify and define the following terms: cube, surface area, cylinder, and volume. • Solve given problems by working collaboratively. • Recognize literal numbers. • Recognize algebraic expressions. • Differentiate between monomials, binomials, trinomials, and polynomials. • Perform basic operations in algebra following the order of operations. • Add, subtract, multiply and divide literal monomials, binomials and trinomials. • Simplify algebraic expressions with and without parentheses and brackets. • Obtain the square of binomials and trinomials. • Factor trinomials, complete squares, terms with common factors and the difference of two (2)

squares. • Reduce literal fractions to lowest terms. • Add, subtract, multiply and divide algebraic fractions. • Manipulate algebraic equations. • Solve equations with reciprocals, powers and roots. • Solve equations by transposing terms. • Solve equations with products, fractional coefficients, and formulas. • Solve simultaneous equations by adding or subtracting, substitution, or comparison. • Define ratio and proportion. • Set up ratios and proportions to solve problems. • Solve inverse proportion problems. • Solve problems involving triangles and angles. • Use trigonometric ratios. • Use calculator operations to solve problems involving angles and trigonometric ratios. • Define and illustrate inverse trigonometric functions. • Solve problems with angles greater than 90°. • Determine algebraic signs of trigonometric functions. • Solve for the unknown values of right triangles, vectors, and RLC problems. • Add and subtract vectors. • Find vector sums of right angle components. • Add vectors that are not perpendicular. • Compare binary and decimal numbers. • Convert from binary to decimals (decoding) and from decimals to binary (encoding.) • Solve binary addition and subtraction problems. • Show how binary-coded decimals (BCD) are figured and used. • Convert from hexadecimal to decimal (decoding) and from decimal to hexadecimal (encoding.)

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• Explain the basis of Boolean algebra. • Use the following logic gates: “and” function; “or” function; the inverter; the hand gate, the nor

gate; exclusive or and nor gates. • Define a logarithm and the characteristic and mantissa of a logarithm. • Find the logarithm of a number. • Use a calculator to find negative logarithms. • Find the number corresponding to a given logarithm. • Multiply and divide using logarithms. • Evaluate powers using logarithms. • Find the logarithm of a root. • Find a decibel using the proper formula. • Find natural logarithms.


• Determining place value. • Comparing and ordering numbers using equality symbols. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Rounding numbers. • Finding patterns in number series. • Estimating answers. • Problem solving.

Decimals

• Determining place value. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Comparing and ordering. • Rounding. • Exponents. • Prime factorization. • Scientific notation.

Fractions

• Comparing and ordering. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Finding equivalent fractions. • Using cancellation. • Greatest common factor (GCF). • Least common multiple (LCM).

Measurement

• Customary units. • Metric units. • Converting from customary into metric and metric into customary. • Converting from one unit of measure into another.

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Ratio and Proportion • Probability, range, median and mode. • Way to show ratio and proportion. • Proportion formula. • Using the proportion formula to solve a variety of problems.

Algebra • Integers. • Signed numbers. • Comparing and ordering integers. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. • Coordinate graphs. • Order of operations. • Solving equations. • Formulas.

Geometry

• Lines and angles. • Geometric figures. • Formulas. • Pythagorean Theorem. • Perimeter, area, volume and weight.

Algebra • Literal numbers and algebraic expressions. • Monomials, binomials, trinomials and polynomials. • Order of operations and basic operations. • Basic operations with literal numbers and monomials, binomials and trinomials. • Simplifying algebraic expressions. • Factoring. • Reducing literal numbers to lowest terms.

Equations

• Manipulating and solving equations involving reciprocals, powers and roots. • Solving equations with products, fractional coefficients, and formulas. • Solving simultaneous equations by a variety of methods with up to three (3) unknowns.

Ratio and Proportion • Defining ratio and proportion. • Solving regular and inverse proportion problems using the proportion formula. • Trigonometric ratios, • Using a calculator to solve angle and triangle ratios. • Inverse trigonometric functions. • Determining algebraic signs of trigonometric functions.

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Vectors and RLC Problems • Vectors • Adding vectors that are not perpendicular. • Vector sum of right angle components.

Computer Math

• Comparing binary and decimal numbers. • Converting from binary to decimals and decimals to binary. • Binary basic operations. • Arithmetic and binary complementation to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and

division. • Converting from hexadecimal to decimal and from decimal to hexadecimal. • Basic operations and hexadecimals. • Figuring and using binary-coded decimals (BCD). • Octals. • Boolean algebra. • Logic gates.

Logarithms

• Logarithms. • Using a calculator to find a logarithm.

�EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES: Students will be evaluated and grades will be awarded on the following criterion: Attendance; Participation; Cumulative quiz and intermediate test scores; and a comprehensive final exam. Grading will conform to the rules and policies set forth by the Instructional Council and the Administration of Big Bend Community College. �PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES: � X � Lecture � X � Sm. Grp. Discussion _____ Special Projects _____ Lab _____ Audiovisual _____ Other (list) _____ Supervised Clinical _____ Individualized Instruction

Division Chair Approval

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�MASTER COURSE OUTLINE � DEPT: MAP Big Bend Community College NO: 104 Date: November 2003 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATH (AVF) CIP Code: 27.9998 CREDITS: 3.0 Intent Code: 21 Total Contact Hours Per Qtr: 33 Program Code: 892 Lecture Hours per Qtr: 33 Lab Hours per Qtr: Distribution Designator: Other Hours per Qtr: �PREPARED BY:� Pete Hammer �COURSE DESCRIPTION:� This course will cover aviation technical mathematics and is designed for the Commercial Pilot Program flight student. It will cover the fundamental mathematical principles required for the successful completion of the Commercial Pilot Program. �PREREQUISITE(S):� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score of MPC 090 or above. �TEXT:� �MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS FOR AVIATION PERSONNEL�, Charles E. Dole �COURSE GOALS:� To provide the student with the required skills and basic knowledge of mathematics as required in the aviation industry and to prepare the student for the mathematics required on the FAA Private Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Commercial Pilot knowledge exams. �COURSE OBJECTIVES:� Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

1. Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power. 2. Do unit conversions. 3. Solve ratio, proportion and percentage problems. 4. Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of

positive and negative numbers. 5. Read and interpret graphs and charts. 6. Solve time-rate-distance problems. 7. Solve wind triangle vector addition problems with a plotter and ruler. 8. Calculate and correctly utilize the trigonometric values: sine, cosine and tangent. 9. Interpret graphs, relating to drag curves, lift vs. airspeed and Load Factor vs. Bank Angle.

�COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE:��

Algebra Review Trigonometry Review Forces and Vectors Moments Newton’s Laws of Motion Linear Motion Curv linear Motion Energy Work and Power Friction Graphs

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�EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES: ��

Grades will be based on the number of accumulated points earned on class participation, tests, quizzes, and homework. A percentage system is used as follows: 4.0 = 95% 3.5 = 90% 2.5 = 80% 1.5 = 70% 0.7 = 62% Attendance will be taken. However you are responsible for all the material covered in class. Quizzes will be unscheduled. Homework is due for the next class session unless otherwise stated. Make-up Tests and Quizzes: There will be no make up of quizzes. However, scheduled test can be taken at another time if there are extenuating circumstances. Final tests are given at scheduled times only. �PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES:��

� X � Lecture Small Group Discussion Special Project Laboratory Computer Audiovisual Other (List) Supervised Clinical Individualized Instruction Division Chair Approval

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�MASTER COURSE OUTLINE� DEPT: MAP Big Bend Community College NO: 106 Date: March 2004 COURSE TITLE: APPLIED MATHEMATICS (CFE) CIP Code: 27.9998 CREDITS: 3-5 Intent Code: 21 Total Contact Hours per Qtr: 33-55 Program Code: 892 Lecture Hours per Qtr: 33-55

Lab Hours per Qtr: Distribution Designator: Other Hours per Qtr: �PREPARED BY:� Kara Garrett �COURSE DESCRIPTION: � This class provides review and instruction in whole numbers, decimals, fractions, measurement, ratio, proportion, percents, introduction to algebra, and introduction to geometry. This basic instruction and review is followed by vocational program specific mathematics instruction. Students will study mathematics for Classroom Paraprofessional and Early Childhood Education applications and successful completion of the ETS Test for Paraprofessionals. The emphasis is on providing practice in related job specific skills. �PREREQUISITE(S):� Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC Math placement score into MPC 090 or above. �TEXT(S):� TBD �COURSE GOALS:� To provide remediation, review and instruction in basic mathematics and vocational course specific work to prepare students to perform job related mathematical problems successfully. �COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

14. Perform normal arithmetic functions – add, subtract, multiply and divide 15. Find perimeters, surfaces and volumes. 16. Work successfully with decimals 17. Perform mathematical operations with fractions 18. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions 19. Use formulas to solve percentage problems 20. Use formulas to solve ratio and proportion problems 21. Solve basic algebraic equations 22. Solve standard word problems 23. Solve simple mathematical problems using formulas 24. Use conversion formulas to convert to and from the metric system 25. Use linear equations to solve word problems


• Determining place value. • Comparing and ordering numbers using equality symbols.

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• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Rounding numbers. • Finding patterns in number series. • Estimating answers. • Problem solving.

Decimals • Determining place value. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Comparing and ordering. • Rounding. • Exponents. • Prime factorization. • Scientific notation.

Fractions

• Comparing and ordering. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. • Finding equivalent fractions. • Using cancellation. • Greatest common factor (GCF). • Least common multiple (LCM).

Measurement

• Customary units. • Time, energy, money units • Metric units. • Converting from customary into metric and metric into customary. • Converting from one unit of measure into another.

Ratio and Proportion and Percentage

• Probabilities, range, mean, median and mode. • Way to show ratio and proportion. • Proportion formula. • Using the proportion formula to solve a variety of problems. • Using formulas to convert to and from percentages. • Using Percentages to solve problems

Algebra

• Integers. • Signed numbers. • Comparing and ordering integers. • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. • Coordinate graphs. • Order of operations. • Solving equations. • Formulas.

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Geometry • Lines and angles. • Geometric figures. • Formulas. • Pythagorean Theorem. • Perimeter, area, volume and weight.

Early Childhood Education/Classroom Paraprofessional Specific Content

• Time, money, standard and metric measurement • Data organization – reading bar graphs, line graphs, pictographs, circle graphs, tables and

charts • Verbal explanations of mathematical functions and how answers are achieved to

mathematical questions and problems • Identification of the steps necessary to solve a mathematical problem

�EVALUATION METHODS/GRADING PROCEDURES:

1. The student will earn a grade for all daily work assignments. This grade will account for 35% of the final grade.

2. The student will earn a grade for unit test scores. This grade will account for 35% of the final grade.

3. The student will earn a grade for participation, classroom work, worksheets and quizzes. This grade will account for 15% of the final grade. �No make-up allowed.��

4. The final test will account for 15% of the final grade. All grades will be calculated using the following percentage scale: 95-100 = 4.0 82 = 2.8 70 = 1.6 93-94 = 3.9 81 = 2.7 69 = 1.5 92 = 3.8 80 = 2.6 68 = 1.4 91 = 3.7 79 = 2.5 67 = 1.3 90 = 3.6 78 = 2.4 66 = 1.2 89 = 3.5 77 = 2.3 65 = 1.1 88 = 3.4 76 = 2.2 64 = 1.0 87 = 3.3 75 = 2.1 63 = 0.9 86 = 3.2 74 = 2.0 62 = 0.8 85 = 3.1 73 = 1.9 61 = 0.7 84 = 3.0 72 = 1.8 60 = 0.7 83 = 2.9 71 = 1.7 0-59 = 0.0 Late work will be accepted, at the instructor’s discretion, only for extenuating circumstances. Any late work that is accepted, will be assessed a penalty based on the degree of lateness. � PLANNED TEACHING METHODS/LEARNING STRATEGIES: __�X�__ Lecture __�X�__ Small Group Discussion _____ Special Projects _____ Lab _____ Audiovisual _____ Other:(list) _____ Supervised Clinical _____ Individualized Instruction _____________________________________ Division Chair Approval

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BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2003-2008 ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN (Abbreviated Version – Revised 3/24/04)

Plan and Outcomes PURPOSE Academic planning is a continuous process. The Academic Master Plan (AMP) is the core of the planning and assessment efforts at Big Bend Community College. Empowered through the planning process, faculty, staff and community members join with the BBCC Board of Trustees in a commitment to meet the educational needs of the College district by interpreting the College’s goals as contained in the Board’s �Ends Statements�. Identifying student needs and framing them in terms of outcomes, setting priorities for the use of college resources to achieve the outcomes, and reporting on the results of these efforts to the campus, the district and the Board is the thrust of this cornerstone-planning document. Additionally, this process establishes procedures for dealing with new issues as they arise. The Board’s �Ends Statements� reinforce the College mission and goals. This most recent Academic Master Plan is a product of continuous planning efforts dating back to 1993, including the Comprehensive Development Plan, BBCC Title III, and the 1997-2002 Academic Master Plan. ENDS STATEMENT E-2 �ACCESS��

Big Bend Community College is strategically located to provide post secondary educational opportunity to a large sparsely populated region of Washington State. The diversity, the economic and educational status of the district population and the vastness of the district have all been noted as providing difficult challenges for the College to provide access for our residents. ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN OUTCOMES E-2.1 Instructional Delivery – The College will continue to develop effective methods of delivery of instruction, monitoring the efficacy of the process and its cost, and where necessary make appropriate adjustments. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Director of Library; Director of Information Systems; Director of

Institutional Research and Planning; Faculty; Occupational Advisory Committees; AMP Committee

Plan: Continue to evaluate alternative formats of instructional delivery

(offering the CDL course in Spanish is one example); improve ITV equipment to provide a more effective delivery of courses to off- campus sites; expand ITV services to other communities; seek out other solutions to the cost of WAOL.

Outcomes: Increased methods of instructional delivery; increased enrollment in

ITV/Online classes; increased participation of students from district communities (increases can be set to reflect our overall increase in state FTES).

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E-2.2 Resource Delivery - The College will continue to develop off-campus access to its support resources, including admission, registration, academic and financial aid advising and information resources, monitoring the efficacy of each process and its cost. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Director of Financial Aid; Director of Library; Director of

Information Systems; Director of Institutional Research and Planning; AMP Committee

Plan: Expand ITV offerings to additional communities; develop an online

application process for admission; develop a new web page for support services.

Outcomes: Increased enrollment for off-campus ITV classes; and students will

report ease of access to student information and admissions (through student winter quarter survey).

E-2.3 Recruitment – The College will continue to utilize existing community contact activities for the purpose of assisting residents to understand the resources and opportunities provided by the College. New contacts and new methods will be investigated and implemented as well. All such activity will be monitored for efficacy and cost. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans, Director of Institutional Research and Planning; Faculty; Students;

AMP Committee Plan: Continue Trustee visits to school districts; continue off-campus

visitations to high schools by counselors, advisors, and key staff; continue to expand gear-up activities that reach out to prospective students and their parents.

Outcomes: School district directors will report favorable views of college

opportunities; increased matriculation from area high schools; increased matriculation from district residents.

E-2.4 Marketing Plan - The College will continue to analyze and improve its various approaches to informing the residents of the College district about the resources and opportunities represented by Big Bend Community College. More written College information in languages other than English will be made available. A comprehensive plan will be formulated which will establish annual objectives and goals and identify the various tools required to convey our messages. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Director of Public Information; Deans; Director of Institutional Research and

Planning; Faculty and Staff; Advisory Committees; AMP Committee Plan: Update and improve WEB page (to include multilingual translations);

coordinate program brochures; translate brochures into other languages; prepare a view book; and increased contact with local business and industry.

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Outcomes: Increased matriculation numbers throughout district; and increased bilingual student participation in professional/technical programs; and increased contract training with positive feedback from clients.

ENDS STATEMENT E-3 �PARTNERSHIPS� The College has built many important relationships with businesses and agencies throughout the district, across the state and nation, and in fact internationally. These relationships are client relationships as well as partnerships. Recognizing the need to leverage limited resources, the College and its partners consult and plan to enhance these resources to provide local and regional training opportunities. As a result the College and its partners can share facilities and equipment as well as utilize partner employees as specialized trainers. Through our extensive advisory committee structure local and regional employers can help to establish and monitor programs and training activities with the College. Also we must cultivate and maintain our community and agency relationships that contribute to our efforts in cultural enrichment. Plan: Document agency and business contacts by all staff; maintain list of

current active partners; increase communication with partners; recruit new partners.

Outcomes: Partners will indicate positive values in their relationship with the

College. ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN OUTCOMES E-3.1 Partnership Involvement – The College will maintain existing partnerships and seek to establish new partnerships throughout its district, nationally and internationally.

Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services and the Vice President of Administrative Services

Assistance: Deans, Directors, Faculty and Staff.

Plan: Find ten new partners each year; document community, regional, and international contacts.

Outcomes: Formalize relationships; receive positive feedback from new partners. E-3.2 Advisory Committees - The College will maintain and increase its use of advisory committees, increasing their involvement in setting and assessing program and college outcomes. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Director of CBIS; Faculty and Staff; Occupational Advisory

Committees; AMP Committee Plan: Continue to update committees; schedule and monitor advisory

committee meetings (committees to meet twice each year); agendas for advisory committee meetings set by appropriate Dean and committee chair; share assessment data and program outcomes with advisory committee members.

Outcomes: Records demonstrate frequent consultation with advisory committees;

positive feedback about program involvement from advisory committees to be shared with instructional team.

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ENDS STATEMENT E-4 �STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT��

Student success is affected in so many different ways, many of which are not within the realm of college capacity or responsibility to impact. However, we do know that individual attention, student acculturation to the college environment, understanding of resource purpose and availability, and accurate, timely academic advising are all aspects of the student experience at BBCC that we can address. ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN OUTCOMES E-4.1 Student Experience at BBCC -The College will continue to monitor individual and collective student experience in progression, retention, and transition within courses, programs, and degrees, and where necessary make appropriate adjustments to process and staffing to enhance or correct the experience. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Director of Institutional Research and Planning; Deans; Faculty and Staff;

Occupational Advisory Committees; AMP Committee; Assessment Committee

Plan: Monitor/track students who participate in the Heritage College dual

enrollment program and the CWU/EWU transfer advising program; assessment office will receive all feedback from student experience surveys; assessment office will review current assessment of student experience and modify the instruments where appropriate.

Outcomes: Students will indicate satisfaction with College support in instruction

and student services (will maintain or improve over last measures); College will demonstrate use of student feedback to enhance student experience, reporting such actions in the Monitoring Report on Student Achievement.

E-4.2 Student Experience after BBCC - The College will continue to monitor student achievement in employment or transfer following completion of programs and degrees, using the information collected to improve or adjust services or programs. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Director of Institutional Research and Planning; Deans; Faculty and Staff;

Occupational Advisory Committees; AMP Committee; Assessment Committee

Plan: Student achievement will be monitored and verified using outcome

statements aimed at institutional, program, and course levels. Longitudinal studies of consistently applied outcomes will occur and are necessary for validation of College effort to our Board, our communities, and state and federal agencies.

Outcomes: All data summaries will show the maintenance or an increase in student

approval commensurate with the increase in state FTEs. Longitudinal studies will be conducted for validation.

E-4.3 Assessment, Planning, and Research – The College will maintain its commitment to comprehensive institutional research, utilizing the services and results of this resource to assess on a regular basis existing outcomes and goals.

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E-4.3.1 The College will continue to utilize its planning and institutional research resources to assist staff in devising and interpreting assessment tools and results.

Lead: President Assistance: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services; Director of Institutional

Research and Planning; Deans; Faculty and Staff; students; AMP Committee; Assessment Committee

Plan: Instruction, student services and operations staff will work closely with

assessment office to validate or create new instruments; the fact book and program cost information will be updated; the Board Ends Statements monitoring reports will be continued through a second cycle.

Outcomes: A yearly list of instruments to be used is published on the WEB and the

data will be shared. Knowledge and pedagogy is always expanding and subject to new interpretations. New products and processes often lead to new programs or new options in existing programs. Our students depend on the College to provide highly qualified instructors and staff to assist them in achieving their educational goals. E-4.5 Staff Development - The College will provide assistance (within available resources) in the form of staff development activities to help faculty and staff in their quest to stay current in methods of instruction and in the disciplines for which they were hired. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Director of Development; Faculty and Staff; AMP Committee Plan: Instruction will engage division faculty in discussions and plans for

staff development in a timely manner; instruction will remind all faculty and staff of professional development resources; if possible the current level of funding will be continued to provide for professional training activities.

Outcomes: All available resources will be expended annually on professional staff

development; faculty and staff will report on the value of particular professional development activities in which they were involved; faculty will be surveyed as to the quality of in-service activities.

E-4.6 Use of Assessment Information – The College will support a program of continuous assessment of degrees and programs offered, to identify needed improvements, modifications, or deletions. Improvements noted should include appropriate staff to be hired, program development or modification, equipment to be purchased or leased, or facilities to be modified or constructed. Lead: President Assistance: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services; Director of Institutional

Research and Planning; Faculty and Staff; AMP Committee; Assessment Committee

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Plan: The assessment office and the Vice Presidents will monitor adherence to the AMP, incorporating accomplishments in the appropriate monitoring reports; information will be shared with the President’s Cabinet and the instructional team (all Deans) and the team will use assessment information to make program decisions.

Outcomes: The College will report to the Board progress in accomplishing all goals

of the AMP annually. The following lists demonstrate the results of assessment of these needs to date: E-4.6.1 Staff Requirements – Academic Employees FTE Generating Computer Information Systems* Mathematics* Associate Degree Nursing * Social Sciences English/Speech ABE Foreign Language *Additional staff were hired for computer science (1), math (1) and nursing (1)

during 2002-03 Non-FTE Generating ADA/Counselor Transfer Advisor Classified Employees Custodial/Maintenance IT Technical Support Library Technical Support (expanded library) Administrative/Exempt Employees Assistant Director of Library (expanded library) Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services and Vice President of Instruction

and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Director of Human Resources; Faculty and Staff; AMP Committee E-4.6.2 Program/Degree Development or Modification Computer Information Systems (expand and develop certifications) Associate Degree Nursing (new) Health Sciences

Agricultural Sciences (in process of developing a partnership between Wenatchee Valley College & Washington State University) Aviation (in the process of developing a partnership with a baccalaureate institution to provide a new 2+2 opportunity) Community College 2+2 Baccalaureate opportunities (selected programs offered through baccalaureate institutions on BBCC campus)

Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Instructional Council; Faculty; Occupational Advisory Committees;

AMP Committee; Assessment Committee; Students

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E-4.6.3 Equipment/Process Needs Library – Voyager System Gym – New Scoreboard System Increase equipment budget for technical/professional programs

Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services and Vice President of Instruction and Student Services

Assistance: Deans; Controller; Purchasing Manager; Faculty and Staff; AMP Committee; Director of the Library; Director Information Systems

E-4.6.4 Physical Plant Needs Update Physical Plant Master Plan Additional classroom space Additional interactive television instructional classrooms are needed to meet the

requests of school districts Automotive classroom (replace upstairs classrooms)

Office Space – part-time and full-time faculty, classified staff, administrative/exempt staff

Meeting/Conference Rooms Word Services – improved space Nursing – improved space Childcare Facility (new, in design) Aviation Flight Center Remodel (in progress) Curtain or divider between west gym and main gym floor Replace tennis courts adjacent to the gymnasium Roof over the welding materials storage area Air conditioning system for the gym

Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Buildings and Grounds Supervisor; Faculty and Staff; Students; AMP

Committee

The budget to support the mission of the College and the Ends Statements of the Board must reflect proportional expenditures in these various areas, according to the relative priorities attached to each. Constructing the annual budget then requires attention to the mission and goals, and the results of institutional and program assessment. In addition the College must continue to pursue additional fund raising opportunities via the BBCC Foundation, contract training, and grant proposals. E-4.7/E-1 Budget Allocation Areas - The College will continuously monitor the allocation parameters of budgets in support of instruction and student services programs to insure allocations are proportionally consistent with the College mission and Board Ends Statements. Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Controller; Vice President of Instruction and Student Services; Deans; Faculty

and Staff; AMP Committee; Budget Review Task Force; S & A Budget Committee

Plan: The controller will monitor percent allocations of operating funds to all

instructional programs, reporting any changes from previous fiscal years; annual discussions of budget allocation percentages will be based on achievement of outcomes in the program areas; the Vice

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Presidents and Deans will monitor budgets to maintain spending within allocations.

Outcomes: Budget allocation parameters will match goals of the AMP. E-4.7.1 Cost Basis Lab Fees –The College will consider movement of all lab fees to an actual cost basis.

Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Controller; Vice President of Instruction and Student Services; Deans; Faculty

and Staff; AMP committee

Plan: Each Dean will work with areas using lab fees to determine the adequacy of financial support for the program from existing fees; where financial support is inadequate, increased fees should be studied and/or movement to a cost basis should be considered if not already accomplished.

Outcomes: All lab fees will meet the predetermined budget level required to

maintain and replace instructional materials and staffing assistance. E-4.7.2 Fund Raising - The College will continue to pursue fund raising activities and opportunities working in cooperation with the Big Bend Community College Foundation, as well as marketing contract training and the pursuit of grant funding opportunities. Lead: Director of Development/Executive Director of the BBCC Foundation Assistance: President, Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, and Director of Institutional

Research and Planning. Plan: The director of development will continuously review grant

opportunities for discussion with the Cabinet monthly; the executive director of the foundation will work directly with the College President to set fund raising goals for College needs;

Outcomes: The director of development/ executive director of the foundation will

write and submit grant applications for college-wide needs; E-4.8 Accreditation Response - The College will respond to the recommendations of the Commission on Colleges and Universities in the areas of the Academic Master Plan, outcomes statements, and related instruction. Lead: President Assistance: Accreditation Liaison Officer; Vice President of Instruction and Student

Services; Deans; Faculty and Staff; Occupational Advisory Committees; Director of Institutional Research and Planning; AMP Committee

Plan: The accreditation liaison officer will draft the College response to each

of the following general recommendations of the evaluation team from the Commission on Colleges and Universities.

Outcomes: All College staff will work in their appropriate areas to ensure that the

College is in compliance with the general recommendations no later than February 2004.

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E-4.9.1/E-1 The Academic Master Plan – 2003-2008 – The AMP will be completed and adopted by the Board of Trustees by the end of spring, 2003 Quarter. E-4.9.2 Program Outcomes - Student outcomes for all instructional programs will be completed and in place by the end of the winter, 2004 Quarter. E-4.9.3 Related Instruction - All programs and certificates with related instruction requirements will address concerns of the Commission about the appropriate levels of instruction and appropriate instructor qualifications, by the beginning of the spring, 2004 Quarter.

Lead: President Assistance: Accreditation Liaison Officer; Vice President of Instruction and Student

Services; Deans; Faculty and Staff; Occupational Advisory Committees; Director of Institutional Research and Planning; AMP Committee

ENDS STATEMENT E-5 �CLIMATE��

College resources must be available at reasonable hours and in proper working condition to our students and our communities. One consideration in providing resources is to provide proper security for the facilities in which the resources are made available. Students, staff, and visitors to the College, whether for daytime, nighttime, or weekend classes or activities, must find a secure, welcoming environment. ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN OUTCOMES E-5.1 Facility Security - The College will analyze its current situation regarding security of all College facilities and devise appropriate improvements when deficiencies are found. Issues to be studied on a continuing basis should include interior and exterior lighting, emergency communications, and landscaping, with the purpose of providing enhanced security. Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Customer Service Task Force; Campus Safety Committee; Director of

Institutional Research and Planning; AMP Committee Plan: The above groups will continue to meet regularly to identify problems

and recommend solutions; the parkway will be completed with improved lighting; safety discussions to become part of faculty in-service; the safety committee will complete the emergency response policy before the end of spring quarter, distribute the policy, and provide training for staff.

Outcomes: The above groups will report satisfactory progress in increased facility

security. E-5.2 Instruction Safety - The College will continue to assess safety issues in all its instructional programs and where necessary modify procedures and/or equipment to improve safety in instruction. Many classes and programs involve particularly challenging learning situations, which if performed incorrectly and without proper instruction and supervision, can be hazardous to students and staff. Additional safety training may be required for College staff. Revision of Instructional Safety Procedure Manual. College staff and campus visitors also need assurance that their working environment or campus visit is safe. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services

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Assistance: Appropriate Deans, Program Faculty and Staff; Occupational Advisory Committees; Consultants; AMP Committee

Plan: The above groups will conduct regular focused examinations of all

instructional situations to observe for potential areas of improvement in program safety; program safety manuals for all technical/professional and instructional lab course will be written.

Outcomes: Staff, student, instructor and visitor incident reports will be reduced. E-5.3 Workplace Safety – The College will also continue to assess safety issues in all work environments and all visitor areas and where necessary modify procedures and/or equipment to assure a safe working environment. Development of Employee Safety Manual. College staff members are information resources for students, other staff, and visitors. In essence we are all College representatives to our various publics. Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Deans; Classified Staff; Customer Service Task Force; Campus Safety

Committee; Consultants; AMP Committee Plan: See 5.2 above; update the safety flip chart; complete the safety policy. Outcomes: See 5.2 above. E-5.4 Positive Public/Staff Interaction - The College will continue its Customer Service Task Force to assess the quality of our interactions with our own staff, the students, and the community. Where necessary, the College will conduct appropriate staff development activities to address identified challenges in Customer Service. Lead: Vice President of Administrative Services Assistance: Customer Service Task Force; Deans; Faculty and Staff; Consultants; AMP

Committee Plan: The Customer Service Task Force (CSTF) will work with the assessment

office to determine instruments to sample customer attitudes with respect to our customer service quality.

Outcomes: Survey results will demonstrate customer satisfaction; less favorable

results will result in recommendations for appropriate training and re-survey.

E-5.5 A Tolerant and Safe Learning Environment – The College will continue to provide an atmosphere where incidents of harassment or discrimination are not tolerated. Correct procedures for reporting and dealing with unwelcome conduct will continue to be refined and made readily available to staff and students. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Director of Human Resources; Deans; Academic Council; Disciplinary

Council; Faculty; Staff; Students

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Plan: The Human Resource Office will continue campus-wide staff development activities designed to enhance our awareness of the requirements of a tolerant and safe learning environment; the student handbook will be updated each year; the discrimination and harassment policy will be revised and a new brochure produced; a student complaint form will be developed.

Outcomes: Student surveys will indicate that BBCC provides a harassment free and

safe learning environment. ENDS STATEMENT E-6 �CULTURAL ENRICHMENT��

College plans must address cultural enrichment opportunities for students, staff, and our communities. A broad sample of existing activities in which the College is involved reveals elements for classes and community events. Cultural enrichment activities within programs and classes should be broadly communicated in our communities when appropriate. E-6.1 Cultural Enrichment Activity - Instruction and student service divisions will review annually this breadth of activity to consider how effectively we direct or alert our students and our communities to the opportunities to experience these activities and where necessary to enhance our communications in this area. Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans, Directors, Faculty, Students; and Staff Plan: Instruction and student services will institute a formal annual review of

cultural activities and student participation in activities sponsored by the College; these groups will recommend plans and/or changes where needed.

Outcomes: A broadly based survey will show positive student/resident response to

cultural activities greater than the last survey. E-6.2 Cultural Enrichment Activity Review -The instruction and student services divisions will use these annual review sessions to plan for new or modified cultural enrichment activities and actively plan with the assessment office to more broadly evaluate the impact they have on our various audiences. Lead: Director of Institutional Research and Planning Assistance: Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, Faculty, Students, and Staff Plan: See E 6.1 above Outcomes: See E 6.1 above E-6.3 International Education -The College will strive to maintain and seek to expand the JATP program and explore additional international contract and student opportunities.

Lead: Vice President of Instruction and Student Services Assistance: Deans; Faculty and Staff; Director of Institutional Research and Planning;

JATP Director of Operations; Students; community input; AMP Committee Plan: Additional foreign contacts will be made to explore new programs such

as an intensive English program or enhance existing programs for international students; send staff to international educational fairs.

Outcomes: International student enrollment will increase.

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Big Bend Community College Assessment Plans 2003-04

Big Bend Community College’s assessment plan is divided into three separate components

in an attempt to comprehensively assess the institution. The components are: 1. Academic Master Plan 2. Mission Arenas 3. Educational Programs

�The Academic Master Plan � is broken down into the Board of Trustees’ Ends Statements (Goals for the college)

� Access � Partnerships � Student Achievement � Climate � Cultural Enrichment � (Mission) is the combining of all the Ends Statements

�The Mission Arenas Assessment Plan� analyzes the various mission arenas against the outcomes set by the assessment committee. The mission arenas assessed are:

� General Education � Transfer Preparation � Professional/Technical Education � Basic Skills Education � Community and Continuing Education � Workforce Development � Student Services

�The Educational Programs Assessment Plans� are faculty-created plans for their educational areas. Each educational program has developed outcomes they want their students to obtain and the assessment tools for measuring their outcomes.

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BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE AMP ASSESSMENT PLAN

PLAN OUTCOME TOOLS TO COLLECT DATA

E-2 Access

BBCC provides quality resources and affordable access to the diverse population of its entire district

E-2.1 Instructional Delivery

The College will continue to develop effective methods of delivery of instruction, monitoring the efficacy of the process and its cost, and where necessary make appropriate adjustments

Continue to evaluate alternative formats of instructional delivery (offering the CDL course in Spanish is one example); improve ITV equipment to provide a more effective delivery of courses to off campus sites; expand ITV services to other communities; seek out other solutions to the cost of WAOL.

Increase methods of instructional delivery; increased enrollment in ITV/On Line classes; increased participation of students from district communities (increases can be set to reflect our overall increase in state FTES).

� Instructional Reporting � Institutional Research

Reporting

E-2.2 RESOURCE DELIVERY

The College will continue to develop off campus access to its support resources, including admission, registration, academic and financial aid advising and information resources, monitoring the efficacy of each process and its cost.

Expand ITV offerings to additional communities; develop a new web page for support services.

Increased enrollment for off campus ITV classes; and students will report ease of access to student information and admissions.

� Institutional Research Reporting

� Winter Enrollment Survey

E-2.3 RECRUITMENT

The College will continue to utilize existing community contact activities for the purpose of assisting residents to understand the resources and opportunities provided by the college. New contacts and new methods will be investigated and implemented as well. All such activity will be monitored for efficacy and cost.

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Continue Trustee visits to school districts; continue off campus visitations to high schools by counselors, advisors, and key staff; continue to expand gear-up activities that reach out to prospective students and their parents.

School district directors will report favorable views of college opportunities; increased matriculation from area high schools; increased matriculation from district residents.


� Favorable School Board Reviews

E-2.4 MARKETING PLAN

The College will continue to analyze and improve is various approaches to informing the residents of the college district about the resources and opportunities represented by Big Bend Community College. More written college information in languages other than English will be made available. A comprehensive plan will be formulated which will establish annual objectives and goals and identify the various tools required to convey our messages.

Update and improve WEB page (to include multi-lingual translations); coordinate program brochures; translate brochures into other languages; prepare a view book; and increased contact with local business and industry.

Increase matriculation numbers throughout district; and increased bi-lingual student participation in professional/technical programs; and increased contract training with positive feedback from clients.


� Brochures in other languages

� Viewbook is prepared � Instructional Reporting � CBIS Feedback

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E-3 PARTNERSHIPS

The College has built many important relationships with businesses and agencies throughout the district, across the state and nation, and in fact internationally. These relationships are client relationships as well as partnerships. Recognizing the need to leverage limited resources, the college and its partners consult and plan to enhance these resources to provide local and regional training opportunities. As a result, the college and its partners can share facilities and equipment as well as utilize partner employees as specialized trainers. Through our extensive advisory committee structure, local and regional employers can help to establish and monitor programs and training activities with the college. Also we must cultivate and maintain our community and agency relationships that contribute to our efforts in Cultural Enrichment.

Document agency and business contacts by all Staff; maintain list of current active partners; increase communication with partners; recruit new partners.

Partners will indicate positive values in their relationship with the college.

� Assessment Data � Monitoring Reports

E-3.1 PARTNERSHIP INVOLVEMENT

The College will maintain existing partnerships and seek to establish new partnerships throughout its district, nationally and internationally.

Find 10 new partners each year; document community, regional, and international contacts.

Formalize relationships; receive positive feedback from new partners.

� Assessment Data � Monitoring Reports

E-3.2 ADVISORY COMMITTEES.

The College will maintain and increase its use of advisory committees, increasing their involvement in setting and assessing program and college outcomes

Continue to update committees; schedule and monitor advisory committee meetings (committees to meet twice each year); agendas for advisory committee meetings set by appropriate dean and committee chair; share assessment data and program outcomes with advisory committee members.

Records demonstrate frequent consultation with advisory committees; positive feed back about program involvement from advisory committees to be shared with instructional team.

Focus Group with Professional/Technical Advisory Committees

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E-4 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Student success is affected in so many different ways, many of which are not within the realm of college capacity or responsibility to impact. However, we do know that individual attention, student acculturation to the college environment, understanding of resource purpose and availability, and accurate, timely academic advising are all aspects of the student experience at BBCC that we can address.

E-4.1 STUDENT EXPERIENCE AT BBCC

The College will continue to monitor individual and collective student experience in progression, retention, and transition within courses, programs, and degrees, and where necessary make appropriate adjustments.

Monitor/track students who participate in the Heritage Dual Enrollment program and the CWU/EWU transfer advising program; assessment office will receive all feedback from student experience surveys; assessment office will review current assessment of student experience and modify the instruments where appropriate.

Students will indicate satisfaction with college support in instruction and student services (will maintain or improve over last measures); college will demonstrate use of student feedback to enhance student experience, reporting such actions in the Monitoring Report on Student Achievement.

� Arts & Science Former Student Survey

� Transfer Visits � Transition to Success

Assessment � Institutional Research,

through MRTE (Mutual Research Transcript Enterprise) hosted by U.WA

E-4.2 STUDENT EXPERIENCE AFTER BBCC

The College will continue to monitor student achievement in employment or transfer following completion of programs and degrees, using the information collected to improve or adjust services or programs.

Student achievement will be monitored and verified using outcome statements aimed at institutional, program, and course levels. Longitudinal studies of consistently applied outcomes will occur and are necessary for validation of college effort to our board, our communities, and state and federal agencies.

All data summaries will show the maintenance or an increase in student approval commensurate with the increase in state FTES. Longitudinal studies will be conducted for validation.


� Transfer Visits � Transition to Success

Assessment � Institutional Research, Data

Retrieval from MRTE (Mutual Research Transcript Enterprise) hosted by University of WA

� Gen Ed Project � Estimated Employment

Reports for Students in Professional/Technical Programs

� State Performance

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Measures in Transfer-Prepared, Prepared for Work and Skill-Level Gain in ABE

� Degrees, Certificates and unique program completions will be monitored

E-4.3 ASSESSMENT, PLANNING, AND RESEARCH

The College will maintain its commitment to comprehensive institutional research, utilizing the services and results of this resource to assess on a regular basis existing outcomes and goals.

E-4.3.1

The College will continue to utilize its planning and institutional research resources to assist staff in devising and interpreting assessment tools and results.

Instruction, student services and operations staff will work closely with assessment office to validate or create new instruments; the fact book and program cost information will be updated; the Board Ends Statement monitoring reports will be continued through a second cycle.

A yearly list of instruments to be used is published on the WEB and the data will be shared.

� Published list of Assessment Instruments

� The fact book is updated annually

� Educational Program Cost Information is updated annually

� Monitoring Reports are presented

E-4.5 STAFF DEVELOPMENT

The College will provide assistance (within available resources) in the form of staff development activities to help faculty and staff in their quest to stay current in methods of instruction and in the disciplines for which they were hired.

Instruction will engage division faculty in discussions and plans for staff development in a timely manner; instruction will remind all faculty and staff of professional development resources; if possible the current level of funding will be continued to provide for professional training activities.

All available resources will be expended annually on professional staff development; faculty and staff will report on the value of particular professional development activities in which they were involved; faculty will be surveyed as to the quality of in-service activities.

� Instructional Reporting � Faculty Inservice Survey

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E-4.6 USE OF ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

The College will support a program of continuous assessment of degrees and programs offered, to identify needed appropriate staff to be hired, program development or modification, equipment to be purchased or leased, or facilities to be modified or constructed.

The assessment office and the vice presidents will monitor adherence to the AMP, incorporating accomplishments in the appropriate monitoring reports; information will be shared with the president’s cabinet and the instructional team (all deans) and the team will use assessment information to make program decisions.

The college will report to the Board progress in accomplishing all goals of the AMP annually

� Annual Monitoring Reports � All assessment data

E-4.6.1 STAFF REQUIREMENTS

The following lists demonstrate the results of assessment of these needs to date:

FTE Generating Computer Information Systems Mathematics Associate Degree Nursing Social Sciences English/Speech ABE Foreign Language

Non-FTE Generating ADA/Counselor

Transfer Advisor

Classified Employees Custodial/Maintenance IT Technical Support I.R. (Assessment Support)

Library Technical Support (expanded library)

Administrative/Exempt Employees

Assistant Director of Library (expanded library)

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E-4.6.2 PROGRAM/DEGREE DEVELOPMENT OR MODIFICATION

Computer Information Systems Expand

Associate Degree Nursing New

Health Sciences

Agricultural Sciences In the process of developing a partnership with Wenatchee Valley College and WSU

Aviation In the process of developing a partnership with a baccalaureate institution to provide a new 2+2 opportunity

Community College 2+2 Develop baccalaureate opportunities (selected programs offered through baccalaureate institutions on BBCC campus)

E-4.6.3 EQUIPMENT/PROCESS NEEDS

Library Voyager System

Gym New Scoreboard System

Professional/Technical Programs

Increase equipment budget

E-4.6.4 PHYSICAL PLANT NEEDS

Update Physical Plant Master Plan

Additional Classroom Space

Additional Interactive Television Instructional classrooms are needed to meet the requests of school districts.

Automotive Classroom Replace upstairs classrooms

Office Space Part-time and Full-time faculty, classified staff, administrative/exempt staff

Meeting/Conference Rooms

Word Services Improved space

Nursing Improved space

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Childcare Facility New in design

Aviation Flight Center Remodel In Progress

Gym Curtain or divider between west gym and main gym floor Air conditioning

Tennis Courts Replace tennis courts adjacent to the gymnasium.

Welding Roof over the welding materials storage area.

E-4.7/E-1 BUDGET ALLOCATION AREAS

The College will continuously monitor the allocation parameters of budgets in support of instruction and student services programs to insure allocations are proportionally consistent with the college mission and Ends Statements.

The controller will monitor percent allocations of operating funds to all instructional programs, reporting any changes from previous fiscal years; annual discussions of budget allocation percentages will be based on achievement of outcomes in the program areas; the vice presidents and deans will monitor budgets to maintain spending within allocations.

Budget allocation parameters will match goals of the AMP.

Financial Reports are presented to the Board of Trustees quarterly and annually

E-4.7.1 COST BASIS LAB FEES

The College will consider movement of all lab fees to an actual cost basis.

Each dean will work with areas using lab fees to determine the adequacy of financial support is inadequate, increased fees should be studied and/or movement to a cost basis should be considered if not already accomplished.

All lab fees will meet the predetermined budget level required to maintain and replace instructional materials and staffing assistance.

� Deans reporting progress � Equipment replacement

schedule

E-4.7.2 FUND RAISING

The college will continue to pursue fund raising activities and opportunities working in cooperation with the Big Bend Community College Foundation, as well as marketing contract training and the pursuit of grant funding opportunities.

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The director of development will continuously review grant opportunities for discussion with cabinet monthly; the executive director of the foundation will work directly with the college president to set fund raising goals for college needs.

The director of development/executive director of the foundation will write and submit grant applications for college-wide need monthly.

Cabinet minutes

E-4.8 ACCREDITATION RESPONSE

The College will respond to the recommendations of the Commission on Colleges and Universities in the areas of the Academic Master Plan, outcomes statements, and related instruction.

The accreditation liaison officer will draft the college response to each of the following general recommendations of the evaluation team from the Commission on Colleges and Universities.

All college staff will work in their appropriate areas to ensure that the college is in compliance with the general recommendations no later than February 2004.

Progress Report will be completed and sent to the Commission.

E-4.9.1/E-1 THE ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2003-2008

The AMP will be completed and adopted by the Board of Trustees by the end of Spring Quarter, 2003

E-4.9.2 PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Student outcomes for all instructional programs will be completed and in place by the end of the Winter Quarter, 2004.

E-4.9.3 RELATED INSTRUCTION

All Programs and certification with related instruction requirements will address concerns of the Commission about the appropriate levels of instruction and appropriate instructor qualification, by the beginning of the Spring Quarter, 2004.

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E-5 CLIMATE

College resources must be available at reasonable hours and in proper working condition to our students and our communities. One consideration in providing resources is to provide proper security for the facilities in which the resources are made available. Students, staff, and visitors to the college, whether for daytime, nighttime, or weekend classes or activities, must find a secure, welcoming environment.

E-5.1 FACILITY SECURITY

The College will analyze its current situation regarding security of all college facilities and devise appropriate improvements when deficiencies are found. Issues to be studied on a continuing basis should include interior and exterior lighting, emergency communications, and landscaping, with the purpose of providing enhanced security.

The vice president of administrative services, customer service task force, campus safety committee, director of institutional research and planning and AMP committee will continue to meet regularly to identify problems and recommend solutions; the parkway will be completed with improved lighting; safety discussion to become part of faculty inservice; the safety committee will complete the emergency response policy before the end of spring quarter, distribute the policy, and provide training for staff.

The above groups will report satisfactory progress in increased facility security.

� Climate Monitoring Report � Customer Service Task

Force Reporting � Faculty Inservice Agendas

E-5.2 INSTRUCTION SAFETY

The College will continue to assess safety issues in all its instructional programs and where necessary modify procedures and/or equipment to improve safety in instruction. Many classes and programs involve particularly challenging learning situations, which if performed incorrectly and without proper instruction and supervision, can be hazardous to students and staff. Additional safety training may be required for college staff. Revision of Instructional Safety Procedure Manual.

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The vice president of administrative services, customer service task force, campus safety committee, director of institutional research and planning and AMP committee will conduct regular focused examinations of all instructional situations to observe for potential areas of improvement in program safety; program safety manuals for all technical/professional and instructional lab course will be written.

Staff, student, instructor and visitor incident reports will be reduced.

Revision of Instructional Safety Procedure Manual will be completed.

E-5.3 WORKPLACE SAFETY

The College will also continue to assess safety issues in all work environments and all visitor areas and where necessary modify procedures and/or equipment to assure a safe working environment. Development of Employee Safety Manual.

See 5.2 above; update safety flip chart; complete the safety policy.

See 5.2 above. � Employee Safety Manual will be developed

� Update safety flip chart � Complete the safety policy

E-5.4 POSITIVE PUBLIC/STAFF INTERACTION

The College will continue its Customer Service Task Force to assess the quality of our interactions with our own staff, the students, and the community. Where necessary, the college will conduct appropriate staff development activities to address identified challenges in Customer Service.

The Customer Service Task Force (CSTF) will work with the assessment office to determine instruments to sample customer attitudes with respect to our customer service quality.

Survey results will demonstrate customer satisfaction; less favorable results will result in recommendations for appropriate training and re-survey.

� Winter Enrollment Survey � Arts & Science Former

Student Survey � Professional/Technical

Former Student Survey � Biennial Evaluation of

Administrators � Classified Staff Focus

Groups

E-5.5 A TOLERANT AND SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT.

The college will continue to provide an atmosphere where incidents of harassment or discrimination are not tolerated. Correct procedures for reporting and dealing with unwelcome conduct will continue to be refined and made readily available to staff and students

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The HR office will continue campus-wide staff development activities designed to enhance our awareness of the requirements of a tolerant and safe learning environment; the student handbook will be updated each year; the discrimination and harassment policy will be revised and a new brochure produced; a student complaint form will be developed.

Student surveys will indicate that BBCC provides a harassment free and safe learning environment.



Former Student Survey

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E-6 CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

College plans must address cultural enrichment opportunities for students, staff, and our communities. A broad sample of existing activities in which the college is involved reveals elements for classes and community events. Cultural enrichment activities within programs and classes should be broadly communicated in our communities when appropriate.

E-6.1 CULTURAL ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY

Instruction and student service divisions will review annually this breadth of activity to consider how effectively we direct or alert our students and our communities to the opportunities to experience these activities and where necessary to enhance our communications in this area.

Instruction and student services will institute a formal annual review of cultural activities and student participation in activities sponsored by the college; these groups will recommend plans and/or changes where needed.

A broadly based survey will show positive student/resident response to cultural activities greater than the last survey.



Former Student Survey � On-site assessment

postcard for each event

E-6.2 CULTURAL ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY REVIEW

The instruction and student services divisions will use these annual review sessions to plan for new or modified cultural enrichment activities and actively plan with the assessment office to more broadly evaluate the impact they have on our various audiences

See E 6.1 above

E-6.3 INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

The College will strive to maintain and seek to expand the JATP program and explore additional international contract and student opportunities.

Additional foreign contacts will be made to explore new programs such as an intensive English program or enhance existing programs for international students; send staff to international educational fairs.

International student enrollment will increase.

Institutional Research

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Big Bend Community College Mission Arena Assessment 2003-04

Mission Arena Goals/Outcomes Tools & Instruments

General Education Academic Education

Students will have a mean score of 2.0 on all Gen Ed Outcomes. (attached to the back of this document) evaluator scale of 1-4, with evaluator increments of .25

Random Assignments collected then scored by General Education Evaluators

� 85% will indicate their educational preparation was satisfactory or excellent

� 85% will rate their educational experience as good or very good

� 75% will indicate they improved on the BBCC Gen Ed Outcomes

� 75% will indicate they participated in or attended a cultural event (ethnic awareness or fine arts event)

� 90% will say they would recommend to their friends

Arts & Science Former Student Survey

Transfer Preparation 80% will rate their transfer experience as positive


� EWU Transfer Visit with former BBCC Students

BBCC transfer students will have a comparable GPA (within a + or -.10) to Native B.I. students.

Institutional Research, Data Retrieval from MRTE (Mutual Research Transcript Enterprise) hosted by University of WA

327 Students will be Transfer Ready (defined as completing a degree or having an academic intent and completing 45 credits or more with a 2.0 GPA)

State Performance Indicator (Half-way mark for 2003-05 Biennium)

Professional/Technical Programs

Program Completion-Positive Trend Various Program Certificates and Degrees Granted

115 students will be prepared for work (defined as completing a certificate, degree or 45 credits or more in a professional/technical program with a 2.0 GPA and having left BBCC)

State Performance Indicator (Half-way mark for 2003-05 Biennium)

75% of students prepared for work will be estimated to be employed

State Board Estimated Employment Report

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Monitor Industry Certifications through student feedback to Instructors

� FAA Exams � ASE Exams � Standardized Industry

Competency Exams � ASME Exam � WABO Certification � AWS Exam

� 75% of former students prepared for work will indicate they are employed

� 85% of former students prepared for work will rate the quality of instruction, hands-on-training, and coursework in occupational specialties will be rated as good or excellent

� 75% will rate Related Instruction as good or excellent

� 80% will rate the relevance of their program as good or excellent

Professional/Technical Former Student Survey

� 75% of Employers will rate BBCC graduates as equally or better prepared compared to their other entering employees

� 75% of Employers will rate Job Know-How, Quality of Work, and Quantity of Work as excellent or good

� 75% of Employers will rate the former BBCC Students’ Related Instruction as having adequately prepared them for the work place

Employer Survey

� 75% will say they felt prepared when they started their first job

� 75% will say the lab portion of the program was relevant to the work place

� 75% will say the classroom instruction was relevant to the work place

� 75% will say the Related Instruction adequately prepared them in computation, communications and human relations

Industrial Technology Focus Group

� Automotive Technology � Aviation Maintenance

Technology � Commercial Driver’s License � Engineering � Maintenance Mechanics

Technology � Industrial Electrical Technology � Welding Technology

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Basic Skills Education

53% of ABE students will make subject level gain

State Performance Indicator, Target for 2003-05 Biennium

125 former ABE or ESL students will complete certificates, degrees or unique program completions

5 year summary 99-00 to 03-04 (degree completions, certificates or unique program completions)

Community and Continuing Ed

� 125 courses will be offered in short-term training (trend)

� 120 workshops for business improvement (trend)

� 90 hours of small business training (trend)

Continuing Ed Report 03-04

Workforce Development

Produce 63 Worker Retraining FTEs Institutional Reporting

75% of students from the Worker Retraining Program will be estimated to be employed


Provide 5 pre-employment training sessions for local businesses

Institutional Reporting

Provide Basic Skills/Training for 150 Families that Work


Serve 10 Work Based Learning Tuition Assistance Students


Student Services 85% will rate BBCC Overall Services as good or very good/excellent (depending on assessment tool)

� Professional/Technical Former Student Survey


� EWU Transfer Visit with former BBCC Students

� Winter Enrollment Questionnaire

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Big Bend Community College

Educational Programs Assessment 2003-04

Educational Areas Goals/Outcomes Tools & Instruments

Humanities Division

Art 80% will pass with a rating of 2 on their class portfolio.

Portfolio Evaluations (ranked 1-4)

English 75% will show an increase in their post test. English Pre & Post Tests

100% of students transferring to EWU with ENG 201 will receive composition credit.

EWU Transfer Visit with former BBCC Students

Foreign Language

Students will show a 25% improvement in knowledge between the pre and post tests.

Foreign Language Pre & Post Tests

75% of students will score a 90% on the post test.

Foreign Language Pre & Post Tests

Music 80% of students, completing the theory sequence, will be able to sight sing an eight measure melody.

In class sight reading assessment

80% of piano and guitar students will be able to perform three solo pieces and three ensemble pieces.

Performance Evaluation

Philosophy and Religious Studies

75% of students will report that their course helped them achieve the course goals.

Philosophy and Religious Studies Assessment Questionnaire/Survey

75% of students will score a 90% or higher on the Logic post test.

Logic Pre & Post Tests

75% of students will score a 90% or higher on the Religious Studies post test.

Religious Studies Pre & Post Tests

Speech The mean score will improve by 10% between the pre and post tests.

Speech Pre & Post Tests

Math & Science Division

Biology 75% of students enrolled in Biology courses will state that the course was taught effectively or very effectively.

Biology Student Assessment Survey

75% of students enrolled in Biology courses will state that the instructor provided an environment conducive to learning.


Faculty members within the Biology department still attend at least two professional development meetings or conferences per year, per department, finances permitting (2 conferences per department).

Faculty Travel Records

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Big Bend Community College Educational Programs Assessment 2003-04


Chemistry 80% of students will achieve at least a score of 80% on CHM 105 post test. Pre-test average was 41%.

Chemistry Pre & Post Tests

The CHM 107 class average on the American Chemical Society General Chemistry Examination will be at or above the 50�

th�

percentile.

ACS General Chemistry Examination administered as final. This is a standardized exam for General Chemistry with a nationwide reporting base.

75% of students enrolled in BIO 110 will state that CHM 101 was helpful or very helpful preparing them for BIO 110.


80% of students who successfully completed BBCC CHM 101 with a 2.0 GPA or better will successfully complete BIO 110 with a 2.0 GPA or better.

IR&P to compile data

Physics The Engineering Physics class as a whole will match the nationwide average for gains on the Force Concept Inventory.

Pre and post tests using the Force Concept Inventory, a test widely used in the physics community in the U.S. and some foreign countries

Science Students show a 20% gain in correct answers between the pre and post tests.

Faculty developed a basic Science Knowledge Test used as a Pre & Post Tests

Math 60% of students in College Algebra will successfully pass an exit exam with a score of 65% or better.

Post Test

The number of students satisfying an objective on the final will increase by 60% when compared to the corresponding objective on the placement test.

Pre & Post Tests

Social Science Division

Parent Education 75% of all leaving students will be self confident in their ability to describe what children learn through play.

Assessment Survey for Parents Leaving the Parent Education Cooperative

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75% of all leaving students will feel self confident in their ability to take initiative to stop or redirect unsafe activities at preschool.

Assessment Survey for Parents Leaving the Parent Education Cooperative

Psychology Students will have a 25% improvement in means score between the pre and post tests of general psychological knowledge.

General Psychology Knowledge Pre & Post Tests

Students choosing, the replace prior exam grades option,�will improve their overall final grade 5%.

Comparison of pre-final grade to revised grade after final.

Students will have a mean score of at least a 2.0 on their ability to critically think by being able to compare and contrast, evaluate or synthesize information.

Comparison of mean grades for critical thinking written assignments from last year (2002-2003) to this year (2003-2004)

Students will have a mean of score of at least a 2.0 on ability to write clearly and effectively. 10% improvement in students writing abilities (grades) on assignments (Instructor will compare means, medians, and modes from prior quarters) this year (2003-2004).

Comparison of writing assignment means for last year (2002-2003) to this year (2003-2004)

75% of students will be able to understand and interpret statistical information.

Pre & Post Tests Quiz, exam, and final in PSY 101 Written paper in all 200 level courses

Sociology 50% of students will improve in their ability to understand and interpret statistical information.

Pre & Post Tests

Social Science - all 75% of students will report that their courses helped them to know basic terms and concepts of social science.

Social Science Assessment Questionnaire (SSAQ)

75% of students will report that their courses helped them to recognize the influence of society and culture on behavior.


75% of students will report that their courses helped them to increase critical thinking skills by being able to compare and contrast, evaluate or synthesize information.


75% of students will report that their courses helped them to take pride in craftsmanship and quality of work.


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75% of students will report that their courses helped them to cultivate knowledge, tolerance, and appreciation of diversity.


75% of students will report that their courses helped improve their ability to be innovative and creative.


75% of students will report that their courses helped to improve their ability to write clearly and effectively.


75% of students whose courses have a statistics component will report that their courses helped them understand and interpret statistical information.


75% of students will report that their courses helped them to develop enthusiasm for life long learning.


75% of students will rate their Social Science course as average or excellent regardless of mode of transmission (traditional classroom vs. distance education)

Social Science Survey (SSS) satisfaction questions

Developmental Studies Division

Developmental English 70% of students who complete ENG 099 will score at a college level (ENG 101) on the post test given in ENG 101 (post test being revised to reflect advanced composition levels).

English Pre & Post Test

90% of students completing ENG 099 will pass their pass their portfolio indicating readiness to progress to ENG 101.

End of course portfolio evaluation-evaluated by two English instructors

Aviation Division

Aviation Aviation students will have 90% pass rates on FAA Flight Checks.

Flight information on computer and in written records.

Aviation students will have a 70% pass rate on FAA Knowledge Tests.

Knowledge test pass/fail rates and subject matter codes.

85% of Aviation students will meet the set progress gates for their particular level.

Appeals committee findings on a student by student basis.

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Industrial Technology (IT) Division

Auto Technician 75% of employed students will say they were prepared for employment.

Former Professional/Technical Student Survey IT Focus Group

75% of Auto students will be employed within the industry.

State Board Estimated Employment Report BBCC Graduate Survey

Aviation Maintenance Technology

75% of students entering AMT will complete Airframe and Powerplant.


75% AMT students who complete Airframe and Powerplant successfully pass the FAA written, oral and practical exams.

Instructor Records

75% Students with FAA, A&P Certification will enter an aviation or related field within 6 months after certification.

Instructor records

75% of AMT students with 45 credits or more will be employed in their field.


Engineering/CAD Drafting

70% of those enrolled in the program will receive an Associate Degree (not all of these students receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree, those that want to attend a University may opt to get either an Associate in Arts and Science or an Associate in Science degree.)

Instructor records

70% of Civil Engineering Technology (CET) Students will be employed. Some of the CET students go on to complete a Bachelors Degree at a University.

State Board Estimated Employment Report Former Professional/Technical Student Survey

The majority of CET Students will say their education prepared them for employment.

IT Focus Group Former Professional/Technical Student Survey

CAD Drafting Certification

75% of those enrolled in the program will receive their CAD Drafting Certificate.

Instructor records

60% of certificate students will be employed. Some of these students go on to complete an Associate Degree.

State Board Estimated Employment Report Former Professional/Technical Student Survey

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The majority of Students with CAD Certificates will say their education prepared them for employment.


Commercial Driver’s License

75% of graduates will pass the CDL written tests for Class A plus Double and Triple, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements along with the CDL Class A skills test.

Department of Licensing, student self-reporting. CDL skills test is administered by state certified 3�

rd� party testers

75% of graduates will be employed Former Professional/Technical Student Survey IT Focus Group

Employers will find BBCC CDL graduates equal to or more proficient than graduates from other CDL schools.

Employer Survey


70% of survey respondents will report successful employment oriented career position.

Former Professional/Technical Student Survey

70% of employers who respond report positive responses. (General or specific, supporting this area.)

Employer Survey

Graduates will have an understanding of electrical theory and concepts that enables them to advance to more complex electrical systems technology.

In class assessment

Maintenance Mechanics Technology

70% or more of graduates who seek employment will be employed.

Former Professional/Technical Student Survey State Board Estimated Employment Report

70% or more of graduates will say their education prepared for entry level positions in maintenance departments.


70% of Employers who hire MMT graduates feel that their employees possess an adequate skill and knowledge base.

Employer Survey Monthly Advisory Committee Meetings

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Welding At the end of the first year – 30 students will receive FCAW, SMAW process of WABO certifications 25 students will receive SMAW process of ASME Certification

Instructor will gather data quarterly

At the end of the second year-10 students will receive 2 types of SMAW process of ASME pipe certifications

Instructor will gather data quarterly

75% of all welding students will be employed in Welding positions or related fields.

Former Professional/Technical Student Survey IT Focus Group

Business Education Division

Accounting Technician 60% of the Accounting Technician Program will be employed.

Former Professional/Technical Student Survey State Board Estimated Employment Report

Employers will indicate that graduates of the Accounting Technician Program rate an average of 2 or better on the “Job Know How” question.

Employer Survey

70% of graduates of the Accounting Technician Program show increased sensitivity to ethical dilemmas by forty percent between the pre and post.

Accounting Pre and Post Ethics Test

CSC Technician 75% of students will demonstrate a logical sequence of structured thinking.

In class assessment

75% of students will say their negative self-talk (feelings of incompetence) regarding their computer science abilities have improved.

In class assessment

Office Technology Establish a baseline which the program facilitators can improve the number of program graduates as it relates to the number of students entering the OIT program.

IR&P Annual Data

80% of Business English students will show 15% improvement in scores between Business English inventory test and final exam.

Inventory Test & Final Exam

85% of OIT program students will demonstrate ethical and cultural awareness and demonstrate improvement in critical thinking skills by completing BUS 114 with a 2.0 or higher.

BUS 114 Final Grade

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Demonstrate improvement of student/faculty relationships in a laboratory environment.

Student Surveys Pre and Post Tests

Allied Health Division

Nursing 75% of beginning Nursing Students will complete the program.


85% of Nursing Students will pass the NCLEX on the first attempt.

Nursing Department Collection

85% of Graduates will rate the program as satisfactory six months after graduation.

Nursing Graduate Survey

Graduates will rate their competency as beginning practitioners at 3.0 or greater, six months after graduation.

Nursing Graduate Survey

Employers will rate the graduates’ competency as beginning practitioners at 3.0 or greater, six months after graduation.

Nursing Employer Survey

90% of graduates will be hired in health care within the first 6 months.

Nursing Department Collection

Physical Education Students will understand the theories, purpose and methods of lifetime wellness and fitness

Physical Education Student Assessment Questionnaire (PESAQ)

Students will possess a background and research new ideas in health fitness and wellness

Physical Education Student Assessment Questionnaire (PESAQ)

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