Fall 2012
Outcomes Assessed in CE 40270, Reinforced Concrete Design
CE Program Outcome
Performance Criteria
Assessed
Evidence Submitted w/ Average
and Low Score(s)
1
1.
Apply mathematics
up to differential equations in
engineering problem
solutions.
2.
Use basic
engineering science
principles (equations of
motion/equilibrium, chemical
stoichiometric relations) to
analyze models of
engineering systems.
3.
Analyze one or more
open-ended problems
requiring an engineering
problem solving approach.
1.
Analyze individually,
through problem sets, openended engineering problems
requiring problem
identification and completion
of solutions.
1.
Evaluate case
studies involving ethical
dimensions in engineering.
Homework 4
High Score, 98/100
Average Score, 89.1/100
Low Score, 75/100
Homework 4
High Score, 98/100
Average Score, 89.1/100
Low Score, 75/100
3
4
5
1.
Present an
individual written report on
an engineering design.
8
1.
Integrate
engineering tools and
techniques in identifying
potential solutions to
problems presented in civil
engineering.
2.
Use commercial or
develop personal software
for addressing questions in
engineering design and
problem analysis.
3.
Identify constraints,
options, and viable solutions
for engineering problems in
structural or environmental
engineering
Homework 4
High Score, 98/100
Average Score, 89.1/100
Low Score, 75/100
Homework 4
High Score, 98/100
Average Score, 89.1/100
Low Score, 75/100
Homework 1
High Score, 100/100
Average Score, 84.4/100
Low Score, 69/100
Semester Project
High Score, 100/100
Average Score, 87.8/100
Low Score, 35/100
Final Exam
High Score, 110/110
Average Score, 88/110
Low Score, 28/110
Homework 7 (SAP)
High Score, 100/100
Average Score, 95.6/100
Low Score, 75/100
Final Exam
High Score, 110/110
Average Score, 88/110
Low Score, 28/110
*Average scores should be presented in terms of percentage based on the grades of the entire class for the submitted
evidence.
Assignment Description (attach each assignment if not provided with student work) and Summary of
Student Performance:
Homework 1: This homework involved case studies in engineering ethics. The first topic was based on
ASCE’s guidance document for CE students on licensing and ethical responsibilities, the second topic
was based on a document by EERI on ethical issues and earthquake risk reduction, and the third topic
was based on an article about the CitiCorp center. Student performance was high with a median score of
83/100 and lowest score of 69/100.
Homework 4: This homework was on the flexural analysis and design of reinforced concrete structures.
The first problem involved the design of a continuous beam and the second problem involved a
continuous slab. The students applied mathematics in arriving at engineering problem solutions, used
basic engineering principles (equilibrium, kinematics, constitutive relationships) to analyze models of
engineering systems, and analyzed open-ended problems requiring an engineering problem solving
approach and problem identification and completion of solutions. Student performance demonstrated
mastery of the subjects covered, with a median score of 90/100 and lowest score of 75/100.
Homework 7: This homework involved the use of a commercial structural analysis/design program
(SAP 2000) to design a reinforced concrete frame. Student performance was extremely high with a
median score of 100/100 and lowest score of 75/100 demonstrating the students’ ability to use
commercial software to address questions in engineering design and problem analysis.
Final Exam: The final exam from the course was cumulative and covered all subjects from the course
on the analysis and design of reinforced concrete structures under flexure, shear, and combined axialflexure, according to the current U.S. Code requirements published by Committee 318 of the American
Concrete Institute. This exam evaluated the students’ mastery to integrate engineering tools and
techniques in identifying potential solutions to problems presented in structural engineering, and to
identify constraints, options, and viable solutions for engineering problems in structural engineering.
With the exception of a few students, the class performance was high with a median score of 90/110 and
lowest score of 28/110. Out of a total of 38 students, only four students received scores below 70/110.
Course Project: As part of the course, each student individually completed a semester-long project for
the structural design of a 5-story 3x5-bay reinforced concrete frame structure according to the current
U.S. Code requirements published by Committee 318 of the American Concrete Institute. Each student
submitted an individual written report of his/her work. With the exception of a few students, the class
performance was high with a median score of 92.5/100 and lowest score of 35/110. Out of a total of 38
students, only four students received scores below 70/100.