Major Architecture
Stage 3

Assessment Activities

Assessment Methods
  • Assignments based on rubrics (such as essays, projects, and performances)
  • Direct observation of performances, practical exams, group work
  • Student self-assessments (such as reflective journals and surveys)
  • Student satisfaction surveys
Assessment DescriptionAssignments based on rubrics:

Hand-drawn and digitally produced drawings were used to develop capstone final projects, e.g. in ARCH 101, drawings (and small-scale constructed models) were used to conceptually and collaboratively design and build full-size environmental structures; in ARCH 102, drawings and the graphic display of information related to the final project accompanied each student’s presentation; and for ARCH 52A, digitally sets of drawings were produced from instructor provided case studies. In both design courses, students chronologically compiled all work produced and annotated with written student reflections.

Direct observation of performances and group work:

All courses identified above are studio in nature with both lecture and lab components. As such, there are daily presentations and critiques of graphic representation that are conducted by both the instructor and students to identify strengths and weaknesses in the work; and aspects and approaches that can be incorporated within a coached iterative process that leads to satisfaction of the learning outcomes through repetitive practice.

Student self-assessments:

Students in both ARCH 101 and 102 were required to submit self-assessments of their work for Learning Portfolio midterm- and final grade assessments. Included with the chronological organized work were written reflections that were student self-assessments focusing on design process and language acquisition and application. Additionally, students completed a survey in the last two weeks of instruction for each of the aforementioned courses, assessing levels achieved for course learning outcomes. Surveys were compiled and averages were determined.
Learning OutcomesDevelop architectural graphics using digital and analog tools that communicate design intentions and document construction requirements.”
Number of Courses10
Number of Students105

Data Analysis

Data Shared With

Faculty and staff within the same program (at CCSF)

Data Sharing Methods
  • Face-to-face meetings
  • Email
Data SummaryA specific SLO for each of the aforementioned courses related to the targeted PSLO was assessed in terms of student self-assessed achievement. Student surveys indicated that the achievement level for this PSLO was an average of 89%.
Data AnalysisARCH 22A: Illustrate fundamental architectural drawings such as floor plans, elevations, site plans, perspectives, sections, and axonometric drawings: 96% average

ARCH 101: Analyze and communicate designs visually, orally, and in writing and model using an architectural vocabulary: 90% average

ARCH 102: No data collected

ARCH 52A: Apply the process of drawing construction to complete two-dimensional architectural drawings such as a floor plan, elevation, section, or site plan: 92% average

BIM 120: Create construction documentation: 78% average
Next Steps Planned

Instructors teaching these courses within the Architecture Program will determine how assignments, course content and delivery, and assessment tools and methodologies can support and elevate these related course SLO achievements during the Fall 2013 semester. In Spring 2014, this PSLO will be assessed and compared against Spring 2013 PSLO assessment.

Learning Outcomes

Refer to previous answers.

Tentative Future Assessment Plans

Assessment TermSpring 2014
Assessment Activities

Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps

Assessment DetailsThe strengths and weaknesses of instruction and student learning will be identified. Gaps between instruction and student learning will be narrowed.

ILO Alignment and Assessment Plans

I.A. Use reason and creativity...Create architectural solutions to a set of project requirements.
I.B. Apply diverse viewpoints...Compare exemplary historical examples of architecture as impacted by social, political, economic, and environmental factors.
I.C. Locate, retrieve, and evaluate information...• Create architectural solutions to a set of project requirements.

• Develop architectural graphics using digital and analog tools that communicate design intentions and document construction requirements.

• Compare exemplary historical examples of architecture as impacted by social, political, economic, and environmental factors.

• Explain the duties and responsibilities of stakeholders within the legal and regulatory environments.

• Identify building and material systems that are responsive to the major requirements of a project.
Fall 2013 ILO Assessment PlansWe don't currently plan to be conducting any program-level SLO assessments in Fall (as indicated earlier)

SLO Details Storage Location

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