Certificate of Achievement (credit) Computer Aided Design - Architectural
Stage 3

Assessment Activities

Assessment Methods
  • Student self-assessments (such as reflective journals and surveys)
  • Student satisfaction surveys
Assessment Description1. Are you seeking a certificate in Architectural CAD?

A) Yes B) No

2. How would you rate your skill at creating a two or three view orthographic drawing?

A) Very High B) High C) Fair D) Poor E) I struggle with this still

Match the Goal to the BEST software: Circle the BEST answer for each.

3. Goal: 3d model for an entire building with elevations, plans, and sections

Software: AutoCAD / Revit / SolidWorks / Photoshop / 3ds Max Design

4. Goal: 2-dimensional illustration for a brochure, showing textures and shadows.

Software: AutoCAD / Revit / SolidWorks / Photoshop / 3ds Max Design
Learning OutcomesALL
Number of Courses5
Number of Students72

Tentative Future Assessment Plans

Assessment TermFall 2013
Assessment Activities

Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps

Assessment DetailsWe plan to analyze the data collected this spring and hold an industrial advisory board meeting this Fall to discuss any program changes or refinements identified and recommend.

ILO Alignment and Assessment Plans

I.A. Use reason and creativity...Develop the skills to effectively and efficiently develop drawings using

various software programs such as AutoCAD and Revit.

Acquire skills in drawing and editing tasks essential for employment in architectural and construction industries.
I.B. Apply diverse viewpoints...No answer
I.C. Locate, retrieve, and evaluate information...Demonstrate familiarity with industry CAD standards and their purpose in technical documents.
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

ELECTRONIC COPY - In my electronic filing system (hard drive or web server)

Additional Highlights

In several of our courses students completed original projects that demonstrate analytical ability with regard to the SLOs. Students are generally more enthused about the SLOs when they get the opportunity to express their unique ideas and employ their own creativity as part of the learning process, and when they produce tangible results for themselves, some of which are useful as part of their own personal portfolio.

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