Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator

AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu)

TABLE 1B: Program Outcomes Assessment Results

Outcomes Indicators

This report has not been formally reviewed by faculty and is subject to revision in the fall
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Published Program Outcomes http://www.kpc.alaska.edu/pdf/Outcomes%20Lists%20AY06%20_2_.pdf
Read P & ID drawings and piping isometric drawings Enter & print data in a spreadsheet program and enter and edit text using a word processor Predict the output from a pneumatic or electronic transmitter for a given process input condition Predict the effect of changes in gain or integral time on the dynamic behavior of closed-loop control Describe the techniques for troubleshooting an orifice meter and flow control loop using either electronic or pneumatic equipment Correctly interpret RTD or thermocouple output values as process temperatures Correctly predict the voltage drops in a series connected current loop or a parallel connected voltage loop Correctly implement a set-reset function using Boolean logic, TTL circuits, or relay logic Correctly distinguish between data transmitted by analog signals and data transmitted by digital signals Identify typical pumps, compressors, transmitters, and similar components Communicate technical issues to peers both in writing and orally (new outcome not separately assessed this cycle) Demonstrate punctuality and responsibility suitable to work place employment

Current Year
PETR 155 P & ID Drawings 2001/2002* (conducted under a different format no direct comparison) Employer Survey (not done this cycle) Weighted Average

Previous Years+
2002/2003 (not conducted)

Student Outcome Surveys

PETR 240 Test 2 (P & ID)

Instructor Impression Survey

Applications Projects Final Exam Scores (CIS 110)

Alumni Survey

Grade Data

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight Grade Value Weight

B+ 3.30 0.50

B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 1.00

A-

A3.70 0.50 A3.70 0.50

A3.70 0.50

B 3.00 0.50

A3.70 0.50

B 3.00 0.50

B+ 3.30 0.50 A3.70 1.00 B+ 3.30 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50 B+ 3.30 0.50

B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 B 3.00 0.50 A 4.00 0.50 A 4.00 0.50

A3.70 1.00 A 4.00 1.00 A3.70 1.00 A3.70 1.00 A3.70 1.00

A 4.00 1.00

B+ 3.50 B+ 3.49 B+ 3.43 B+ 3.48 B+ 3.48 B 3.15 B 3.15 B 3.18 A3.65 B+ 3.50

B+ 3.50

B2.88 B 3.00

B+ 3.43

B 3.06 B 3.12

B+ 3.48 B 3.15

B 3.00 B 3.06 B2.72

B 3.18 A3.65 B+ 3.50 0.00 0.00

B2.82 B 2.94 B 3.00 B 3.00 B 3.00

B+ 3.30 0.50

B 3.00 0.50

B+ 3.30 0.50

A 4.00 0.50

B+ 3.40 B+ 3.42

B+ 3.40

Blank and shaded = Tool does not measure this published outcome. Weights: 0.5 = Tool gives anecdotal indication of published outcome. 1 = Tool is a good measure of the published outcome + Grade fluctuations do not reflect trends -- only a status at a particular time

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Outc Results

Program Outcomes Assessment Discussion

Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu)

TABLE 2B ANALYSIS OF OUTCOME ASSESSMENT RESULTS Note: Alternatively, an electronic word-processing document compatible with MS Word may be substituted for this table.

General Comments on the Industrial Process Instrumentation Degree: During the last assessment cycle, we attempted to gather survey data on all classes taught for all outcomes. That project proved to be difficult to manage. This assessment cycle fewer tools were chosen and fewer outcomes to focus on. Tools were chose that crossed into other programs, such as CIS 110 & PETR 155. PETR 240, Instrumentation III Test 2 was chosen because it crosses several outcomes. In future assessment cycles, other tools and outcomes (as well as possibly the same tools and outcomes) will be chosen based on current course offerings, and current program needs and concerns. A narrative of the tools and results of those tools seems more beneficial than an explanation of the composite results. Please see the tools narrative below.
Outcome Result Explanation of the Results

1 2 3 4

6 7 8 9 10

Read P & ID drawings and piping isometric drawings Enter & print data in a spreadsheet program and enter and edit text using a word processor Predict the output from a pneumatic or electronic transmitter for a given process input condition Predict the effect of changes in gain or integral time on the dynamic behavior of closed-loop control Describe the techniques for troubleshooting an orifice meter and flow control loop using either electronic or pneumatic equipment Correctly interpret RTD or thermocouple output values as process temperatures Correctly predict the voltage drops in a series connected current loop or a parallel connected voltage loop Correctly implement a set-reset function using Boolean logic, TTL circuits, or relay logic Correctly distinguish between data transmitted by analog signals and data transmitted by digital signals

B+ B+ B+ B+

(See tools narrative below) (See tools narrative below)

(See tools narrative below)

(See tools narrative below)

B+

(See tools narrative below)

B B B A-

(See tools narrative below)

(See tools narrative below)

(See tools narrative below)

(See tools narrative below)

Identify typical pumps, compressors, B+ transmitters, and similar components Communicate technical issues to peers both in writing and orally (new outcome not separately assessed this cycle) Demonstrate punctuality and responsibility suitable to work place employment
Tool

(See tools narrative below)

11

no score recorded this cycle

12

B+

(See tools narrative below)

Analysis & Explanation of the Results

Student Outcome Surveys

Student outcome surveys were used in nearly all classes during the past assessment cycle. That project was too mammoth to manage well. This cycle Student outcomes surveys were only used in one class this assessment cycle. If the instructor has no particular comments or recommendations at this time, this survey may be left blank indicating a "3" for all outcomes in a course. This recognizes that the course is taught well, but improvements can be made. Since IPI just went through a program review, there were no additional comments or recommendations besides what was listed there (see next worksheet for recommendation details). For CIS A110, only IPI students were recorded here. They each earned an "A". IPI students have typically scored an "A" in this course. I believe that instrumentation courses provide real-world relevance to spreadsheet and database applications and projects This influence affects their ability to grasp the importance of these concepts. Specific projects and exams are available to view. Twenty-two surveys were mailed and only one was returned. The returned survey indicated "very good" to "excellent" in most areas. Typically, disgruntled students return surveys. That fact that none did may be an indicator of the satisfaction students have for this program. The IPI program has excellent placement rates in industry. (See assessment plan introduction) Six students took this test with scores ranging from 83 percent to 97 percent. A copy of the exam scores is available to view. For CIS A110, only IPI students were recorded here. They each earned an "A". IPI students have typically scored an "A" in this course. I believe that instrumentation courses provide real-world relevance to spreadsheet and database applications and projects This influence affects their ability to grasp the importance of these concepts. Specific projects and exams are available to view. Four P & ID reading/drawing projects were assigned. All students completed all assignments at an "A" level.

Instructor Impression Survey

Grade Data

Alumni Survey PETR 240 Test 2 (P & ID) Applications Projects Final Exam Scores (CIS 110) PETR 155 P & ID Drawings Employer Survey (not done this cycle)

+ Grade fluctuations do not reflect trends -- only a status at a particular time

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Outc Analysis

Program Improvement Recommendations Based on Assessment

Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu)

TABLE 3 PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON ASSESSMENT Rec. No. Recommendation Outcome(s) Rationale for the Recommendation Resource Implications Action Taken AY06/07

Add new industry-standard human machine interface software.

New industry-standard software, Wonderware for Human Machine Interface (HMI) design mirrors what students will likely find when on the job. Include outcomes 1-7 & 12

$$$???

New industry-standard software, Wonderware for Human Machine Interface (HMI) design has recently been added to the lab environment. Expected to be installed during the summer of 2007.

Add new industrial networks lab in IPI

KPC wants to better serve those who have been in (or are currently in) the work force who Develop Instrumentation Technology Certificate Include need to update their instrumentation for workers to update their instrumentation outcomes 1-7 & knowledge and skills. This certificate would knowledge and skills 12 target a population that the current AAS does not serve as well as it would like. The department head has the primary responsibility to keep Business & Industry programs connected with industry. This task is more time consuming that normal division Add industry liaison release time for department chair release time allows. potentially all head to connect with industry (for all B & I outcomes programs). A formalized mechanism for industry collaboration activities would greatly assist in the efforts to identify industry needs and technology, as well as share KPC's technology needs with industry. Student evaluations have consistently asked for more hands-on activities. The more handson experiences students have, the better they relate content material from courses. IPI is an intense program with much content. It is a delicate balance to determine how much time can be taken away from content and added to the hands-on component. At the same time, hands-on is what makes content relevant to most students.

Faculty, advisory committee, and industry chair time. Possibly $$ to assist in coordinating collaboration efforts.

A new certificate in Instrumentation Technology has been proposed and is in the approval process.

More release time for division chair Recommended in several and/or additional funding to coordinate program reviews industry collaboration activities.

$$ in new network lab equipment is to be installed during the summer of 2007. Faculty time in reevaluating course balances between hands-on and content. Purchase additional lab equipment. Coordinate with Process Technology faculty on Internships. One IPI internship has been coordinated through PRT 295 to test this new possibility. Faculty continues to reevaluate course content and hands-on balance. Will include lab activities next time ET 175 is taught. Will None at this time, unless incorporated continue to pursue an with the acquisition of a digital electronics workbench/lab, but electronics lab. will add what we can now, without additional resources. Will include lab activities next time ET 175 is taught. Will None at this time, unless incorporated continue to pursue an with the acquisition of a digital electronics workbench/lab, but electronics lab. will add what we can now, without additional resources.

Investigate ways to add hands-on lab experiences in key areas without compromising potentially all existing program content or quality. Adding IPI outcomes internships (possibly through the PRT designator) might help in this area.

Add two-way radios to lab environment for similarity to real-life experiences.

1, 9

Will enhance the learning experiences for this course

Add two-way radios to lab environment for similarity to real-life experiences.

1, 9

Will enhance the learning experiences for this course

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Program Recommendations

Program Improvement Recommendations Based on Assessment

Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu)

TABLE 3 PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON ASSESSMENT Rec. No. Recommendation Outcome(s) Rationale for the Recommendation Resource Implications Action Taken AY05/06 Put on an equipment wish list to be incorporated into future departmental budgets.

Install a classroom projection system for instructional use in demonstrations

ALL

Multiple instructors have mentioned the Approximately $1200 for a multimedia need for a classroom projection system for projector and cabling. Possibly this room. This is one of the few additional resources for specialized classrooms that does not have this hookups. capability. Would be more effective if PRT/PETR-140 had pressure, temp., level & flow transmitters & PI controllers dedicated to the lessons plans would enhance the understanding of the mechanical equipment. Cutaways of ButterFly valve, ball valve, check valve, gate valve, & PSV/SV (same) Will enhance the learning experiences for this course

Obtain pressure, temp., level & flow transmitters & PI controllers dedicated to 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, the lessons plans. Obtain cutaways of 11 ButterFly valve, ball valve, check valve, gate valve, & PSV/SV.

Financial resources not known at this time. Key faculty will acquire price quotes and include them in the next equipment "wish list."

Put additional equipment on division budget "wish list"

Add lab experiences illustrating digital gate devices in more detail -- next time ET 175 is 1, 9 taught.

Will include lab activities None at this time, unless incorporated next time ET 175 is taught. with the acquisition of a digital Will continue to pursue an electronics lab. electronics workbench/lab, but will add what we can

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Prior YR Program Recs

Program Improvement Recommendations Based on Assessment

Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator Individual Course Comments & Recommendations CIS 110 ET 101 ET 126 ET 175 AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu)

Outcomes Affected

1, 11 9, 11 student comments: more programming; ET 175 should be a prerequisite; a foundation in programming would have helped immensely; course needs a lab 8, 10, 11 9, 11 3, 6, 8, 11 3, 6, 7, 9, 11 student comments: very good class; more free hand sketching 1, 11 student comment: I have noticed that an average person (bus driver with no education outside high school for example) most likely could not succeed in the Instrumentation program without retaking some classes. Not a bad thing. Just an observation. 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 11 4, 11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 1, 11 1, 10, 11 1, 10, 11 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 1, 3, 5, 10, 11 1, 5, 10, 11 10, 11 5, 10, 11

ET 240 ET 241 ET 243 ET 246 PETR 155

PETR 240 PETR 243 PETR 244 PRT 230 PRT 101 PRT 130 PRT 140 PRT/PETR 144 PRT 230 PRT 231 PRT 250

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Course Comments-Recommendations

Program Outcomes Assessment Discussion

Program Department College/School Academic Years Program Contact CIP Coordinator Student Impression Survey Instructor Impression Survey Grade Data AAS Industrial Process Instrumentation Business & Industry KPC 2006/2007 Allen Houtz (ifadh@uaa.alaska.edu) Debbie Sonberg (ifdgs@uaa.alaska.edu) CIS 110 ET 101 ET 126 ET 175

ET 240 2.12

ET241

ET 243

ET 246

PETR 155 PETR 240 PETR 243 PETR 244 PRT 230 3.31 3.00 3.80 3.74 3.00 3.10

PRT 101

PRT 130

PRT 140

PRT/PETR 144 PRT 230

PRT 231

PRT 250

Average

2.90 4.00

3.60

2.90

3.30

3.00 3.10

3.60

3.30

3.10

3.60

3.30

3.30

2.90

3.30

3.80

3.30

3.70

3.60

Read P & ID drawings and piping isometric drawings Enter & print data in a spreadsheet program and enter and edit text using a word processor Predict the output from a pneumatic or electronic transmitter for a given process input condition Predict the effect of changes in gain or integral time on the dynamic behavior of closed-loop control Describe the techniques for troubleshooting an orifice meter and flow control loop using either electronic or pneumatic equipment Correctly interpret RTD or thermocouple output values as process temperatures Correctly predict the voltage drops in a series connected current loop or a parallel connected voltage loop Correctly implement a setreset function using Boolean logic, TTL circuits, or relay logic 2.90 Correctly distinguish between data transmitted by analog signals and data transmitted by digital signals Identify typical pumps, compressors, transmitters, and similar components Demonstrate punctuality and responsibility suitable to work place employment 3.10 3.30

3.31 3.00 3.80

3.74 3.00 3.10

3.60

3.30

2.90

3.30

3.80

3.30

3.53 3.00 3.39

B+ B B+

2.90 4.00

3.60

2.90 3.80

B A-

A3.74 3.00 3.10 3.74 3.00 3.37 B B+ A3.74 3.00 3.10 3.74 3.00 3.33 B B+

3.30

3.10

3.60

3.30

3.80

3.60

3.30

A-

3.74 3.00 3.10

3.60

3.30

3.80

3.30

3.60

3.74 3.00 3.45

B B+

3.30

3.10

3.60

3.30

3.33

B+

3.60

3.10

3.35

B+

A3.74 3.00 3.10 3.74 3.00 3.10

B B

3.30

3.10

3.60

3.10

3.28

B+ A-

3.74 3.00 3.10

3.60

3.30

2.90

3.30

3.80

3.30

3.70

3.60

3.74 3.00 3.40

B B+

B+ 3.31 3.00 3.80 3.74 3.00 3.10 3.53 3.00 3.43 B B+

3.60

3.30

3.30

2.90

3.30

3.80

3.30

3.70

3.60

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Surveys & Grade Data