Department of
Computing and Technology
School of
Science and Technology
A.A.S. in Computer Aided
Design Drafting (CADD)
CIP Code 480105
Program Quality Improvement Report
2009-2010
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Program Actions Since Last Assessment
Presentation
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Create a baseline of clearly defined program outcomes based
on Bloom’s Taxonomy to better establish student learning
objectives.
For each of the expanded and focused program outcomes, a
careful analysis has been performed and we are implementing
a plan to measure effectiveness of student learning for each
outcome which will be utilized in future assessments so that
trend data may be obtained.
Continue to utilize the Industrial Advisory Council
membership and include their input in the assessment
process.
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Program Actions Since Last Assessment
Presentation (Continued)
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For faculty assessment of student capstone portfolios, a
rubric has been developed for direct measurement.
It is also planned to utilize opinionaires from industry
professionals as an indirect measurement of student capstone
portfolios.
Sponsor and promote various activities of the CADD Club to
promote positive student retention. CADD Club activities will
be assessed with indirect measurements of student learning
outcomes.
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Student-Learning or Service Outcomes
General Student Learning Outcomes
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PO-1: Students will have an understanding of
Computer Aided Drafting Design (CADD)
techniques and practices by using various CAD
software tools.
PO-2: Students will be capable of solving basic
mathematical and design problems in the
capacity of technical supervisors for a design
drafting industry.
PO-3: Students must possess the ability to
communicate effectively using oral, written, and
multimedia techniques.
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Student-Learning or Service Outcomes
(Continued)
Specific Student Learning Outcomes
• LO-1: Students will be able to solve 2D and 3D drafting problems involving
points, lines, planes and contoured surfaces in addition to producing these
solutions based on industrial standards.
• LO-2 - Students will demonstrate their capability to design manufacturing
tools such as jigs and fixtures and produce these drawings by examining
parametric design procedures related to data structures and Computer
Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
• LO-3: Students will solve applied mathematical problems related to
Surveying, Statics, Materials and Strength, Motion analysis, and basic
electricity.
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Alignment of Outcomes
The A.A.S in CAD program, as well as all programs in
the CaT Dept., support the University Mission in the
Cameron University Plan 2013 as stated below…
“Cameron University provides a diverse and dynamic student
body access to quality educational opportunities; foster a
student-centered academic environment that combines
innovative classroom teaching with experiential learning;
prepare students for professional success, responsible
citizenship, life-long learning, and meaningful contributions to a
rapidly changing world; and is a driven force in the cultural life
and economic development of the region.”
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Alignment of Outcomes
• Outcomes PO-1, PO-2, PO-3, LO-1, LO-2, LO-3
 experiential learning
• Outcomes PO-1 PO-2, PO-3, LO-1, LO-2, LO-3
 professional success
• Outcome PO-1, PO-2, PO-3, LO-2, LO-3
 meaningful contributions to a
rapidly changing world
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Measures of Learning and Service Outcomes
• Sample project drawings, class assignments and laboratory
exams will be evaluated by faculty for quality and proper
usage of industrial standards. This also includes pretestposttest assessment.
• A sample of these assignments/project drawings/exams will
be maintained in a portfolio for evaluation (on a rubric scale
based on the program objectives) by the advisory council
members.
• The prototype of a manufacturing tool will be checked for
feasibility in production using CAM procedures. This
assessment will be in a form of a random sampling of course
projects.
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Student-learning or service outcome and measurements
MEASUREMENTS OF STUDENT LEARNING OR SERVICE OUTCOME
PROGRAM
OUTCOME
Students will be
able to solve 2D
and 3D drafting
problems
involving points,
lines, planes and
contoured
surfaces in
addition to
producing these
solutions based
on industrial
standards.
CURRICULUM
AREA OR TARGET
AUDIENCE
Example:
CAD 1013, CAD
1023, CAD 1073,
CAD 2603, CAD
2123
Measurements
Methods used to
determine validity
of measurement
instruments
Methods used
to determine
reliability of
measurements
Locally developed
test (direct)
Norm-referenced
scores
A rubric will be
applied to
these samples
and graded for
the following:
CAD 1013, CAD
1073, CAD
1023
Schedule for
measurements
Annually , Fall
Semester
Once a year
during the
Advisory
Council
Meeting
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Display of assessment data
A locally developed test was administered in a posttest format for students in
CAD1013: Computer Aided Drafting. 70 questions were given on the final
exam, and out of those questions were underlying Student Outcomes
concerning the Programs Objectives for the AAS Computer Aided Design and
Drafting Degree. The test was administered in Fall 2009 semester, the results
for which are as shown below.
CAD 1013 : Computer Aided Drafting : Fall 2009
(9 students took Final Exam)
Question Number
Number Correct
Final Exam
Percent
2
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
20
28
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
66
67
68
69
70
9
9
9
9
8
8
9
9
9
8
8
8
7
8
7
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
8/9
8/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
8/9
8/9
8/9
7/9
8/9
7/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
9/9
100%
100%
100%
100%
89%
89%
100%
100%
100%
89%
89%
89%
78%
89%
78%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
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Analysis of assessment data
The questions for this assessment came from the outcomes that are
associated with ADDA accreditation in the area of Introduction to CAD.
It appears from the results of this exam that students fared well and:
•
•
•
All of the students are close to mastering CAD software with
enough skill to be known as a novice Draftsman
There were 2 areas at which students placed lower than 80%
There were 6 areas at which students placed only 80%.
Action Items for this Assessment
1. More emphasis on the items mentioned above will be made in CAD
1013 Introduction to CAD
2. An additional assignment or project will be made in class to reinforce
the weak areas.
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Student-learning or service outcome and measurements
MEASUREMENTS OF STUDENT LEARNING OR SERVICE OUTCOME
PROGRAM
OUTCOME
Students will
demonstrate
their capability to
design
manufacturing
tools such as jigs
and fixtures and
produce these
drawings by
examining
parametric
design
procedures
related to data
structures and
Computer Aided
Manufacturing
(CAM).
CURRICULUM
AREA OR TARGET
AUDIENCE
Example:
EDT 2053, EDT
2173
Measurements
The prototype of a
manufacturing tool
will be checked for
feasibility in
production using
CAM procedures.
Methods used to
determine validity
of measurement
instruments
Methods used
to determine
reliability of
measurements
Random Sampling
A rubric will be
applied to
these samples
and graded for
the following:
EDT 2053, EDT
2173
Schedule for
measurements
Annually , Fall
Semester
Once a year
during the
Advisory
Council
Meeting
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Display of assessment data
A locally developed test was administered in a posttest format for
students in EDT 2053: Manufacturing Processes. 80 questions were given
on the final exam, and out of those questions were underlying Student
Outcomes concerning the Programs Objectives for the AAS Computer
Aided Design and Drafting Degree. The test was administered in Fall 2009
semester, the results for which are as shown below.
EDT 2053 : Manufacturing Processes : Fall 2009
(5 students took Final Exam)
Question Number
Number Correct
Final Exam
Percent
2
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
17
20
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
68
69
5
5
5
4
4
4
5
5
4
4
2
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
4
5
5
4
5
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
4/5
2/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
100%
100%
100%
75%
75%
75%
100%
100%
75%
75%
50%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
75%
100%
100%
75%
100%
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Analysis of assessment data
The questions for this assessment came from the outcomes that are
associated with ADDA accreditation in the area of manufacturing. It
appears from the results of this exam that students fared well and:
•
•
•
80% of the students are close to mastering Manufacturing
CAD/CAM software with enough skill to be employed at an entry
level job as a Draftsman in Industry
There were 7 areas at which students placed lower than 80%
There was 1 area at which students placed only 50%.
Action Items for this Assessment
1. More emphasis on the items mentioned above will be made in EDT
2053 Manufacturing Processes.
2. An additional assignment or project will be made in class to reinforce
the week areas.
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Student-learning or service outcome and measurements
MEASUREMENTS OF STUDENT LEARNING OR SERVICE OUTCOME
PROGRAM
OUTCOME
Students will
solve applied
mathematical
problems related
to Surveying,
Statics, Materials
and Strength,
Motion analysis,
and basic
electricity.
CURRICULUM
AREA OR TARGET
AUDIENCE
CAD 1023, CAD
2603, EDT 2103
Measurements
Locally developed
exit exam
(capstone) will
consist of a
separte section in
mathematical
problem solving.
Methods used to
determine validity
of measurement
instruments
Methods used
to determine
reliability of
measurements
Questions chosen
by individual
members of
faculty and
Advisory Council
Members
A rubric will be
applied to
these samples
and graded for
the following:
CAD 2603, EDT
2103
A topic in
analytical solution
to a problem will
be included during
the question
answer session of
the Advisory
Council mock
interviews.
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2009-2010
Schedule for
measurements
Annually , Fall
Semester
Once a year
during the
Advisory
Council
Meeting
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Display of assessment data
A locally developed test was administered in a posttest format for students in
CAD 1023: Descriptive Geometry. 50 questions and a final drawing were given
on the final exam, and out of those questions were underlying Student
Outcomes concerning the Programs Objectives for the AAS Computer Aided
Design and Drafting Degree. The test was administered in Fall 2009 semester,
the results for which are as shown below.
CAD 1023 : Descriptive Geometry : Fall 2009 : 10 students
Question Number
Number Correct
Final Exam
Percent
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
15
26
27
28
31
32
47
9
10
10
9
9
10
10
10
7
9
9
7
10
8
10
7
8
9
9/10
10/10
10/10
9/10
9/10
10/10
10/10
10/10
7/10
9/10
9/10
7/10
10/10
8/10
10/10
7/10
8/10
9/10
90%
100%
100%
90%
100%
100%
100%
100%
70%
90%
90%
70%
100%
80%
100%
70%
80%
90%
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Analysis of assessment data
The questions for this assessment came from the outcomes that are
associated with ADDA accreditation in the area of descriptive geometry.
It appears from the results of this exam that students fared well and:
•
•
•
80% of the students are close to mastering CAD software with
enough skill to be employed at an entry level job as a Draftsman in
Industry
There were 3 areas at which students placed lower than 80%
There were 2 areas at which students placed only 80%.
Action Items for this Assessment
1. More emphasis on the items mentioned above will be made in CAD
1023 Descriptive Geometry.
2. An additional assignment or project will be made in class to reinforce
the week areas.
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Action plan for Student-Learning or Service
Outcomes
•
Work toward obtaining ADDA accreditation for the A.A.S.
in Computer Aided Design Drafting Degree program.
•
Continue to sponsor and promote various activities of the
CADD Club to promote positive student retention. CADD
Club activities will be assessed with indirect
measurements of student learning outcomes.
•
Continue to utilize the Industrial Advisory Council
membership and include their input in the assessment
process.
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QUESTIONS??
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