Core Curriculum Committee
Subcommittee on Learning Objectives


Quantifying and Technology Skills

<>Learning Objectives (Student Outcomes) and General Course Requirements

Course List

Overall Learning Objectives

(Student Outcomes)

General Course Requirements to Achieve Learning Objectives

MA113 or higher

 

Computer applications or programming course

(See MUW Bulletin for list of courses currently being offered)

 

A-1.    Demonstrate fundamental skills and understand mathematic concepts sufficient to do complex computations in Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus or Discrete Mathematics.

OR

B-1.     Observe, understand and deconstruct data through application of the scientific method with the ability to draw inference and conclusion through statistical calculations.

OR

C-1.              Perform basic computer (PC) skills efficiently using a variety of software from word-processing to spreadsheet techniques to creative art design and photographic imaging.

C-2.     Analyze and construct graphs, tables and charts that link theoretical information to applied statistics in the real world.

C-3.     Easily navigate and utilize scientific database resources on the Internet and World Wide Web.

                          OR

D-1  Understand the basic concepts of computer programming, such as the use of selection control and repetition control constructs, input/output, and arrays.

·         Practice math concepts and methods by doing regular homework assignments

·         Use and create charts, tables, diagrams and graphs summarizing information

·         Derive basic algebraic and/or trigonometric formulas

·         Apply content in appropriate application settings

·         Use problem solving and reasoning skills

·         Identify functions, evaluate them and create new functions

OR

·         Calculate descriptive summary statistics

·         Use and create charts, tables, diagrams and graphs summarizing information

·         Calculate confidence intervals for the population mean

·         Perform hypothesis tests for the population mean

·         Calculate regression lines and correlation coefficients

·         Complete assignments using appropriate software

OR

·         Use Microsoft Windows/XP Office to create, edit and format documents and spreadsheets and to create power point presentations.

OR

·         Study and discuss benchmarks, standards, objectives and goals in education related to technology

·         Practice constructivist learning through projects and presentations

·         Research, summarize and cite articles concerning educational theories of learning

·         Study and discuss social and ethical issues related to computers, the Internet and the Digital Divide

OR

·         Create art and design solutions for the visual arts

                                                OR

·         Write, compile, and test computer programs that solve problems in mathematics, science, or other disciplines.