Deliver A Curriculum That Complements The General Education Core
The curriculum will contain general knowledge and skill sets beyond the subject matter of the specific discipline.
Objective
Core Curriculum
Students will complete courses offered in the University Core Curriculum
Indicator
Degree Plan
Degree plan in horticulture and crop sciences will include all core curriculum courses.
Criterion
Standards
All students will complete core curriculum requirements.
Finding
Core Summary
All students were on track with core curriculum
Action
Continue Core Advising
Faculty will continue to advise students to take core curriculum courses.
Goal
Deliver A Curriculum With Appropriate Discipline Specific Knowledge
The curriculum will address the discipline specific knowledge dictated by professional societies and/or professionals in the workforce.
Objective
Students Will Develop Specific Animal Science Knowledge And Skill Base
Students, through the Horticulture and Crop Science curriculum, will develop a knowledge base in agronomy, turfgrass, landscape design, foral design, etc. which will encompass science and application. In specific courses, skills will be learned through laboratory activities.
Indicator
Curriculum
The curriculum will provide students with information to provide a competency in specific topics relative to the Horticulture and Crop Science industry with ability for professional growth.
Criterion
Knowledge And Skill Standards
90% of the students enrolled in the degree program will pass with an overall understanding and skill base in horticulture.
Finding
Program Assessment
Goals were achieved with student outcome in specific knowledge and skill set in Horticulture and Crop Sciences.
Action
Continuation Of Knowledge And Skill Assessment
Faculty will continue to review curriculum and course content to ensure students receive appropriate information for their knowledge and skill for employment in the field of Horticulture and Crop Sceinces.
Goal
Deliver A Curriculum That Emphasizes Communication Skills
The curriculum will provide students with opportunities to develop the appropriate speaking and writing skills to function as a professional in the area.
Objective
Students Will Demonstrate Competence In Communication Skills
Students, through both written and oral exercises, will demonstrate competence in communication.
Indicator
Communication Skill Activities
Students will be required to demonstrate their skill in writing technical reports and speaking skills in their field of study.
Criterion
Skill Standards
Each student must achieve a combined score of 70% or better on their written and oral activities.
Finding
Skill Set Summary
Over 80% of the students received a 70% or better on their communication activity report.
Action
Communication Skill Activities
Faculty in Horticulture will continue to require students to perform activities that will improve their competency in writing and oral presentation.