Apply fundamental and advanced principles across multiple areas of chemistry Use the theories of microscopic properties to explain macroscopic behavior Explain the role of energy and chemical bonding in determining the structure and reactivity of molecules Describe the theoretical basis for modern methods of analysis and separation Apply the laws and principles of thermodynamics and kinetics to chemical and biochemical systems Describe the chemistry of important groups of elements with emphasis on periodic trends Summarize the chemistry involved in catabolic and anabolic pathways Describe the role of various types of biomolecules in living systems Describe the transfer of information in biological systems Demonstrate scientific thinking, problem solving skills, and the ability to think critically CHEM 221 CHEM 321 CHEM 310 CHEM 342 CHEM 361 CHEM 437 CHEM 438 CHEM 410 412 Comprehensive final exam ACS Analytical Chemistry Exam ACS Organic Chemistry Exam Final Exam ACS Inorganic Chemistry Exam ACS Thermodynamics Exam ACS Quantum Mechanics Exam ACS Comprehensive PChem Exam Comprehensive Exam ACS Biochemistry Exam ETS Major Field Test Senior Skills Assessment Alumni Survey Mean ≥75% ≥ 70th percentile ≥ 70th percentile Mean ≥ 85% ≥ 70th percentile ≥ 60th percentile ≥ 60th percentile ≥ 80th percentile Mean ≥ 75% ≥ 70th percentile ≥ 60th percentile Average of 4 (of 5) on all outcomes Positive feedback about preparation Every fall Every spring Every spring Every other spring Every other fall Every fall Every other spring Every other spring Every fall Every spring Every fall To all graduates Asked of all grads at 1 year and 5 year mark Work accurately and safely in the laboratory Apply fundamental laboratory techniques Laboratory components of CHEM 105 Incident reports
to a variety of experiments Read and follow written experimental protocols Properly set up and safely manipulate laboratory equipment, glassware, and chemicals Maintain accurate records of experimental work Use computers for collecting and processing experimental data Prepare and manipulate living organism cultures CHEM 106 CHEM 309 Lab notebook grades Less than two incident reports in year course ≥ 80% on cumulative lab notebook grade Evaluated in spring Every fall Demonstrate advanced lab knowledge and skills Apply various techniques for synthesizing chemical compounds Apply various wet and instrumental techniques for characterizing chemical and biochemical compounds Perform accurate and precise quantitative measurements Analyze data statistically and assess reliability of results Maintain legally defensible records of experimental work Interpret experimental data and draw warranted conclusions Use and understand modern instrumentation Laboratory component of CHEM 221 CHEM 221 CHEM 221 CHEM 310 CHEM 342 CHEM 437 CHEM 410 Lab component of grade Methods Paper Formal Lab Report Assigned technique grade Cumulative notebook grade Lab component of grade Lab component of grade Lab grades for skill based reports Senior skills assessment ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% ≥ 80% Average of 4 (of 5) on all outcomes fall Every fall Every fall spring spring Every other spring Every fall Every fall End of program
Isolate, purify, and identify various biomolecules Manipulate biological material on the molecular including typical molecular biology skills such as cloning, restriction digests, etc. Identify and respond appropriately to chemical safety issues Anticipate, recognize, and respond properly to hazards of laboratory work Find information on chemical and biological hazards Dispose of chemical and biological waste safely All courses. CHEM 390 Reported safety incidents Safety Exercise Less than 2 per year Mean ≥ 85% End of courses CWEO 4.2 Scholarship: Engaging in scholarship in one’s specialized area of study ULO 4.2 Specialized scholarship Become proficient in the scholarship of their discipline and demonstrate specialized skills needed to pursue a career and/or graduate school Student Learning Outcome/Objective Courses in which students receive feedback Measure Target Timeline Demonstrate research and communication skills needed in the discipline Retrieve specific chemical and biochemical information from the primary and secondary literature, including research articles, books, and databases Read and understand peer-reviewed chemical and biochemical literature (primary literature) Regularly attend department seminars CHEM 221 CHEM 390 / 490 Formal lab report Methods paper Abstracts turned in for seminars ≥ 80% ≥ 80% Summarize talks each semester of these courses Every fall Every fall In courses