2014-15 College of Technology and Aviation Report
Introduction
*Responses for this report only include seniors within the college, except where noted.
Technology and Aviation
University
Responses
63
2084
Initial Population
131
3699
Response Rate
48.1%
56.3%
Table of Contents
Survey Information:
The Senior Survey is designed to give
undergraduate students the opportunity to
reflect upon their K-State experiences. This
information is used to improve the college
experience for future students by identifying
strengths in our programs as well as areas
that need further development. The survey
includes issues relating to satisfaction with
K-State regarding academic programs,
intellectual and personal growth, student
services, and preparation for a career or a
graduate/professional school.
Introduction
1
Section l: Overall Satisfaction
2
Section ll: Future Plans
3
Section llla: 2025 Research, Scholarly, Creative Activities, and
Discovery
4
Section lllb: 2025--Undergraduate Educational Experience
6
Section lllc: 2025--Faculty and Staff
9
Section lV: Demographics
11
The survey is offered electronically (through
Qualtrics) to seniors who have been cleared
for graduation by their respective colleges
Section V: K-State Salina Services
13
Section Vl: Results
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Section I: Overall Satisfaction
What is your general attitude toward K-State?
When you applied to K-State, it was your:
Reasons for choosing major
Would you recommend K-State to others?
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Section II: Future Plans
What are your plans after graduation?
(selected results by semester)
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Section IIIa: 2025 Research, Scholarly, Creative Activities, and Discovery
Have you participated in undergraduate research?
What type(s) of research dissemination have you
successfully achieved?
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Students in my major are encouraged to:
Students in my major are encouraged to participate in
research/creative projects:
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Section IIIa: 2025 Research, Scholarly, Creative Activities, and Discovery
To what extent did your research experience contribute to your
academic success?
Did your research experience contribute to your
career choice?
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Number of semesters involved in a research or
creative endeavor:
How would you rate the contribution of your mentor to
your research?
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Section IIIb: 2025--Undergraduate Educational Experience
Students in my major are:
I found my major to be:
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Section IIIb: 2025--Undergraduate Educational Experience
Emphasis K-State placed on the following:
Academic & Scholarly Qualities
Vocational and occupational competence
Being critical, evaluative, and analytical
Asthetic, expressive, & creative qualties
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Personal relevance & practical value
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Section IIIb: 2025--Undergraduate Educational Experience
Progress made in K-State undergraduate learning outcomes:
Progress made in K-State 8 general education learning outcomes
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Section IIIc: 2025--Faculty and Staff
Sense of relationships with
faculty:
Sense of relationships with
GTAs:
Sense of relationships with
academic advisors:
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Section IIIc: 2025--Faculty and Staff
How often did you interact with faculty outside of class time?
I found my major to be characterized by mutual respect between
undergraduates and professors
In my major, faculty:
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Section IV: Demographics
Responses by Gender
Bar
Percent
Count
Female
15.9%
10
Male
84.1%
53
Responses by Major
Bar
Percent
Count
Responses by Race/Ethnicity
Engineering Technology
46.0%
Aeronautical Technology
33.3%
Bar
Percent
Count
WHITE
85.7%
54
ASIAN
4.8%
3
NOTSPEC
3.2%
2
HISPANIC
3.2%
2
BLACK
3.2%
2
29
21
Technology Management
12.7%
8
Professional Pilot
4.8%
3
Responses by Semester
Bar
Applied Business
Total
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3.2%
2
100.0%
63
Percent
Count
Spring
68.3%
43
Fall
30.2%
19
Summer
1.6%
1
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Section IV: Demographics
Responses by Citizenship Status
Bar
Credit Hours Transferred to K-State
Percent
Count
Citizen
95.2%
60
Non-Citizen
4.8%
3
Mean
Transfer Credit Hours
32.8
Age of Respondents
K-State Undergraduate GPA of
Respondents
Mean
Mean
Age
GPA
26.2
3.2
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Section V: K-State Salina Services
Please rate your level of satisfaction with the following K-State Salina Services:
Very
Dissatisfied
11.6%
2.0%
Recruitment materials and processes
Admissions services
Office of Financial Aid
iSIS and its many applications
Ease of course add/drop processes
Registrar's Office
Access to electronic library resources (databases, electronic journals,
and electronic books)
Library print holdings (quality and quantity)
Library facilities (atmosphere, available seating, hours)
Library instruction and research assistance
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satsified
Very Satsified
Count
9.3%
8.2%
37.2%
18.4%
30.2%
51.0%
11.6%
20.4%
43
49
4.7%
3.9%
0.0%
2.0%
4.7%
3.9%
0.0%
2.0%
18.6%
19.6%
21.6%
10.2%
46.5%
54.9%
49.0%
57.1%
25.6%
17.6%
29.4%
28.6%
43
51
51
49
0.0%
0.0%
10.9%
39.1%
50.0%
46
5.0%
3.9%
2.2%
2.5%
5.9%
2.2%
17.5%
9.8%
11.1%
40.0%
37.3%
42.2%
35.0%
43.1%
42.2%
40
51
45
Please rate your level of satisfaction with the following K-State Salina Services:
Cafeteria (food service)
Residence hall facilities
Residence hall services and programs
Campus book store (quality of products)
Student life center (hours, recreational services, availability)
Student Support Services (non-traditional and academic support
services)
Student Governing Association
Counseling Services
Student Organizations
Office of Student Life
Parking Availability
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Very
Dissatisfied
18.9%
11.1%
10.7%
4.5%
0.0%
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satsified
Very Satsified
Count
18.9%
25.9%
10.7%
13.6%
4.9%
27.0%
37.0%
39.3%
25.0%
14.6%
29.7%
18.5%
32.1%
43.2%
31.7%
5.4%
7.4%
7.1%
13.6%
48.8%
37
27
28
44
41
2.8%
0.0%
22.2%
44.4%
30.6%
36
13.5%
3.4%
2.5%
5.9%
8.0%
10.8%
10.3%
7.5%
5.9%
12.0%
32.4%
27.6%
22.5%
17.6%
24.0%
35.1%
41.4%
50.0%
58.8%
34.0%
8.1%
17.2%
17.5%
11.8%
22.0%
37
29
40
34
50
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Section V: K-State Salina Services
Please rate your level of satisfaction with the following K-State Salina Services:
Very
Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satsified
Very Satsified
Count
0.0%
3.9%
13.7%
41.2%
41.2%
51
2.7%
0.0%
16.2%
43.2%
37.8%
37
Availability and friendliness of campus security
4.1%
4.1%
10.2%
30.6%
51.0%
49
Computer labs (quality, quantity, and availability)
Academic advising from the Academic and Career Advising Center
(major exploration, switching majors, etc.)
Career services
Disability support services
International student support services
Study abroad opportunities and support
13.7%
15.7%
7.8%
29.4%
33.3%
51
2.1%
6.4%
21.3%
38.3%
31.9%
47
2.5%
0.0%
12.5%
4.5%
15.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
22.5%
44.4%
50.0%
22.7%
37.5%
27.8%
18.8%
27.3%
22.5%
27.8%
18.8%
45.5%
40
18
16
22
Cashier's office (pay bills, flight accounts, purchasing parking permits,
etc.)
Human resources (student employment, payroll)
Please rate your level of satisfaction with the following K-State Salina Services:
Very
Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satsified
Very Satsified
Count
Communication about campus events and news
6.0%
8.0%
16.0%
52.0%
18.0%
50
K-State Salina website (ease of use)
5.9%
2.0%
21.6%
41.2%
29.4%
51
Writing Center (services, hours, friendliness of tutors)
0.0%
0.0%
7.5%
47.5%
45.0%
40
Campus aesthetics (visual appearance, maintenance of facilities,
etc.)
10.2%
8.2%
24.5%
38.8%
18.4%
49
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In your K-State experience, how often have you had discussions with people from the following groups?
Never
Sometimes
Often
Very Often
Count
Average
Value
People with political opinions of than your own
7.5%
39.6%
32.1%
20.8%
53
2.7
People with religious beliefs other than your own
7.5%
43.4%
32.1%
17.0%
53
2.6
People from economic situations other than your own
5.7%
32.1%
39.6%
22.6%
53
2.8
People of races or ethnicities other than your own
9.4%
35.8%
24.5%
30.2%
53
2.8
How often did your K-State courses include diverse perspectives (political views, religious beliefs,racial/ethnic backgrounds, gender identities,
etc.)in activities, assignments, and discussions?
Count
Percent
Never
6
11.3%
Sometimes
35
66.0%
Often
8
15.1%
Very Often
4
7.5%
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What were your reasons for choosing the major? (Select
all that apply)
Count
Percent
Interesting subject
36
62.1%
Job Demand
26
44.8%
Meaningful contribution to society
10
17.2%
Influence of family
13
22.4%
Influence of friends
8
13.8%
Influence of professor
6
10.3%
Respected positions
10
17.2%
Interest with subject
39
67.2%
High salaries
22
37.9%
Challenge
22
37.9%
Enjoyed courses in the field
21
36.2%
Friends in major
7
12.1%
Other
3
5.2%
What percentage of your courses at K-State did you complete through
distance education (i.e. online, video conferencing, etc.)?
None
Some
Count
Percent
29
29
50.0%
50.0%
58
100.0%
Most
All
Total
During your time at K-State, how many of your courses included a
service-learning component (such as a community or volunteer
project)?
None
Some
Most
All
Total
Count
29
29
Percent
50.0%
50.0%
58
100.0%
During your years at Kansas State University, how many hours per week, on average, did you spend in the following
activities?
None
1-5
6-10
11-15
16-20
21-30
30+
Internship/Practicum
70.9%
5.5%
3.6%
9.1%
7.3%
0.0%
3.6%
On-campus employment
52.6%
10.5%
1.8%
10.5%
5.3%
15.8%
3.5%
Off-campus employment
23.6%
9.1%
12.7%
12.7%
12.7%
7.3%
21.8%
Volunteer (unpaid) activities
50.9%
30.9%
16.4%
1.8%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
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What is your general attitude toward Kansas State University?
When you applied to K-State, either as a new freshmen or transfer
student, it was your:
Count
Percent
Count
Percent
Very Negative
2
3.4%
First Choice
47
82.5%
Negative
7
12.1%
Second Choice
8
14.0%
Positive
29
50.0%
Third Choice
2
3.5%
Very Positive
20
34.5%
Last Choice
Total
58
100.0%
Total
0.0%
57
100.0%
Would you recommend Kansas State University to others?
Count
Percent
Definitely No
3
5.2%
Probably No
8
13.8%
Probably Yes
19
32.8%
Definitely Yes
28
48.3%
Total
58
100.0%
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Students in my major are:
Strongly
Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Argee
Strongly
Agree
Count
Average
Value
Career oriented
1.8%
1.8%
12.3%
50.9%
33.3%
57
4.1
Serious about their studies
0.0%
5.3%
22.8%
63.2%
8.8%
57
3.8
Supportive and helpful to each other in meeting
the academic demands of the program
0.0%
5.3%
12.3%
47.4%
35.1%
57
4.1
Academically honest (do not cheat, plagiarize)
0.0%
5.3%
22.8%
43.9%
28.1%
57
3.9
Interested in a broad range of ideas from many
disciplines
0.0%
10.5%
19.3%
50.9%
19.3%
57
3.8
Able to work well in groups
0.0%
1.8%
33.3%
45.6%
19.3%
57
3.8
Competitive with each other
1.8%
3.6%
23.2%
41.1%
30.4%
56
3.9
Students in my major are encouraged to:
Strongly
Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Argee
Strongly
Agree
Count
Average
Value
Become personally acquainted with the
department's faculty
0.0%
1.8%
17.5%
31.6%
49.1%
57
4.3
Participate in professional interest groups
3.6%
8.9%
26.8%
42.9%
17.9%
56
3.6
Attend professional seminars and colloquia
3.6%
12.5%
30.4%
33.9%
19.6%
56
3.5
Become familiar with current and emerging
technology
3.6%
7.3%
9.1%
47.3%
32.7%
55
4
Participate in research or creative projects with
faculty or other students
1.8%
12.5%
28.6%
41.1%
16.1%
56
3.6
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My major is:
Strongly
Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Argee
Strongly
Agree
Count
Average
Value
Characterized by mutual respect between
undergraduate majors and professors
3.6%
5.4%
10.7%
39.3%
41.1%
56
4.1
Academically stimulating
3.6%
5.4%
16.1%
44.6%
30.4%
56
3.9
In my major:
Strongly
Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Argee
Strongly
Agree
Count
Average
Value
Faculty are accessible for out-of-class
assistance
0.0%
5.5%
10.9%
49.1%
34.5%
55
4.1
Faculty are effective teachers
0.0%
3.6%
16.4%
54.5%
25.5%
55
4
Faculty are interested in the academic and
professional development of students
0.0%
3.7%
9.3%
48.1%
38.9%
54
4.2
Faculty introduced students to a broad range of
ideas, perspectives, and worldviews
0.0%
3.6%
21.8%
40.0%
34.5%
55
4.1
Faculty are interested in the personal
development of students
0.0%
5.5%
10.9%
47.3%
36.4%
55
4.1
Faculty listen and respond to undergraduates
regarding student needs, concerns, and
suggestions
1.8%
3.6%
18.2%
49.1%
27.3%
55
4
Faculty/Advisor provided high-quality advising
3.7%
9.3%
18.5%
38.9%
29.6%
54
3.8
Faculty/Advisor/Staff provided support in finding
appropriate employment or pursuing graduate
study
1.9%
13.0%
24.1%
42.6%
18.5%
54
3.6
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Sense of belonging: (Rated on a scale 1 to 7, 1 being a sense of alienation and 7 a sense of belonging)
Count
Average Value
51
5.3
Relationships with other students, student groups, and activities
Relationships with faculty and staff:
1 - Unsympathetic,
Remote, Unhelpful
2
3
4
5
6
7 - Approachable,
Understandable,
Helpful
Count
Average
Value
Relationships with faculty members
2.0%
2.0%
2.0%
3.9%
23.5%
41.2%
25.5%
51
5.7
Relationships with academic advisor(s)
0.0%
6.1%
6.1%
8.2%
20.4%
30.6%
28.6%
49
5.5
Relationships with Graduate Teaching
Assistants (GTAs)
8.1%
5.4%
10.8%
27.0%
18.9%
13.5%
16.2%
37
4.5
How often did you interact with faculty outside of class time?
Count
Never
Percent
0.0%
Rarely
7
12.7%
Occasionally
27
49.1%
Often
21
38.2%
Total
55
100.0%
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Did you participate in an undergraduate research experience of
creative endeavor?
Count
Percent
Yes
30
54.5%
No
25
45.5%
Total
55
100.0%
How many semesters were you involved in a research/creative
endeavor?
How would you rate the contribution of your mentor
research/creative experience?
Percent of those who
Count
participated in research
Inadequate
2
6.7%
Fair
6
20.0%
Good
14
46.7%
Excellent
8
26.7%
Total
30
100.0%
To what extent did your research/creative experience contribute
to your academic success?
Percent of those who
Count
participated in research
None
1
3.4%
Little
1
3.4%
Somewhat
Very Much
16
11
55.2%
37.9%
Total
29
100.0%
Percent of those who
participated in research
1-2
16
53.3%
3-4
8
26.7%
5-6
4
13.3%
7-8
1
3.3%
9 or more
1
3.3%
Total
30
100.0%
What types of dissemination of your undergraduate
research/creative endeavor did you successfully achieve?
(select all that apply)
Count
Percent of
those who
participated
in research
11
37.9%
26
89.7%
Poster at a conference outside of campus
3
10.3%
Oral presentation at a conference outside of
campus
8
27.6%
Public performance/exhibition on campus
13
44.8%
Public performance/exhibition outside of
campus
4
13.8%
Peer reviewed publication
6
20.7%
University research seminar
presentation/poster
Class presentation
Did your research/creative experience contribute to your career
choice?
Percent of those who
Count
participated in research
No
8
26.7%
Somewhat
12
40.0%
Definitely
10
33.3%
Total
30
100.0%
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As a result of your experience at Kansas State University, how much progress do you feel you have made in each of the following K-State 8
areas?
None
Little
Some
A Lot
Count
Average
Value
Developed interpretive skills and heightened sensitivity to literature and the performing and
visual arts.
5.9%
33.3%
39.2%
21.6%
51
2.8
Developed academic research skills.
3.9%
9.8%
37.3%
49.0%
51
3.3
Developed the ability to make ethical and thoughtful decisions.
3.9%
3.9%
51.0%
41.2%
51
3.3
Explored alternative values, perspectives, and beliefs from around the world
7.8%
11.8%
49.0%
31.4%
51
3
Realized the need to understand the past and thoughtfully consider the future.
5.9%
9.8%
39.2%
45.1%
51
3.2
Developed an awareness of self and perspectives about U.S. society and how group affiliation
affects perceptions and experiences.
5.9%
13.7%
45.1%
35.3%
51
3.1
Developed the ability to evaluate scientific and technological claims related to the natural and
physical world.
3.9%
17.6%
47.1%
31.4%
51
3.1
Understand and analyze how individuals, groups and societies behave and influence on
another and the natural environment.
3.9%
11.8%
47.1%
37.3%
51
3.2
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As a result of your experience at Kansas State University, how much progress do you feel you have made in each of the following
Undergraduate Learning Outcomes?
None
Little
Some
A Lot
Count
Average
Value
Gained a broad general education about different fields of knowledge
0.0%
3.8%
56.6%
39.6%
53
3.4
Improved written communication skills
1.9%
9.6%
48.1%
40.4%
52
3.3
Improved oral communication skills
1.9%
3.8%
39.6%
54.7%
53
3.5
Improved graphic and technological communication skills
1.9%
7.5%
41.5%
49.1%
53
3.4
Improved ability to think critically (analytically and logically)
1.9%
5.7%
43.4%
49.1%
53
3.4
Developed own values and ethical standards
1.9%
9.4%
41.5%
47.2%
53
3.3
Understand the ethical standards of your discipline or profession
1.9%
3.8%
45.3%
49.1%
53
3.4
Ability to interact positively with people who are different from you
0.0%
3.8%
47.2%
49.1%
53
3.5
Understand your abilities, interests, and personality
1.9%
7.5%
35.8%
54.7%
53
3.4
Understand other people and their abilities, interests, and perspectives
0.0%
7.5%
50.9%
41.5%
53
3.3
Ability to participate as a team member
1.9%
9.6%
46.2%
42.3%
52
3.3
Developed good health habits and physical fitness
15.4%
23.1%
26.9%
34.6%
52
2.8
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2014-15 College of Technology and Aviation Report
Section Vl: Results Tables
Universities differ from one another in the extent to which they emphasize various aspects of student development. Think of your experience at
Kansas State University. To what extent was each of the following emphasized?
1 - Weak
Emphasis
2
3
4
5
6
7 - Strong
Emphasis
Count
Average
Value
The development of academic, scholarly, and intellectual qualities
4.4%
2.2%
4.4%
6.7%
24.4%
42.2%
15.6%
45
5.3
The development of aesthetic, expressive, and creative qualities
2.2%
8.9%
11.1%
17.8%
26.7%
22.2%
11.1%
45
4.7
Being critical, evaluative, and analytical
0.0%
6.7%
2.2%
11.1%
22.2%
37.8%
20.0%
45
5.4
The development of vocational and occupational competence
2.2%
8.7%
8.7%
10.9%
28.3%
23.9%
17.4%
46
5
The personal relevance and practical value of your courses
2.3%
4.5%
0.0%
15.9%
22.7%
27.3%
27.3%
44
5.4
What are your plans after graduation?
Count
%
Have a job that will continue after graduation
10
18.9%
Have a job lined up to begin after graduation
20
37.7%
Will begin to look for a job
14
26.4%
Pursue additional undergraduate education
3
5.7%
Will attend graduate school
0.0%
Volunteer service (Peace Corps, Americorp, etc.)
0.0%
No plans for a job at this time
0.0%
Military
3
5.7%
Starting or raising a family
1
1.9%
Other
2
3.8%
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