Data fed back to our department will be used to identify need for changes in the curriculum in order to improve students' ability to articulate understanding of design principles in clear written and verbal forms. Seems unlikely that data can be reported and used to improve program when no method of collecting it or analyzing results over time is described in the methodology used. Sampling techniques might be developed. To teach advanced mathematical concepts and analytical skills, to stimulate curiosity, encourage persistence, and develop mathematical maturity. We will thereby provide mathematics majors with a strong foundation, suitable for further study and for a career in mathematics or related field.
Students can analyze problems using mathematical definitions and criteria.
They must be able to identify relevant definitions, and use them in the logical construction of a valid solution. A detailed set to topical expectations is provided but level of achievement is left to the assessment procedures below. The questions will be chosen so that their solutions reflect the student's achievements in the appropriate objectives. In order to ensure consistency of grading, the committee will predetermine a detailed grading scheme for each of the questions in the list. The Scores from this grading will be kept in departmental database.