Alpha and Omega: Program Outcomes to the Capstone
- 1. Mid Day tomorrow come to our Webinar! “Alpha and Omega: Program Outcomes to the Capstone” The Webinar will begin at 12:15 p.m. Central (1:15 p.m. Eastern/10:15 a.m. Pacific)
- 2. Today’s Agenda: • Introductions • Presentation by Scott Burgess • Questions and Answers • Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics overview • Upcoming Webinars
- 3. Alpha to Omega: Program Outcomes to the Capstone
- 4. BS in Aeronautics Leadership • Mr. Scott Burgess • Program Chair • Dr. Clint Balog • Associate Program Chair & Capstone Administrator Embry-Riddle’s largest degree program
- 5. Facts • Employers know Embry-Riddle graduates are in tune with the aviation industry. ON THE RIGHT PATH • Our faculty are proud of our reputation for preparing attractive job candidates to be tomorrow’s leaders. OUR AFFILIATIONS IN INDUSTRY CONFIRM THIS • The culminating course of Embry-Riddle Worldwide's Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics is the Capstone. • Navigating your way to the Capstone is just as important as the course itself.
- 6. What do employers want? • Loyalty/Integrity: Values driven employees • Critical Thinkers: Those who can think on their feet/ tackle challenges/ analyze • Leadership/Teamwork skills • Conceptualizers / Organizers of ideas – Put ideas forward – Support that idea – Build upon and evolve the idea
- 7. Forbes article • 10 Skills employers want to see – Ability to work in a team – Ability to make decisions and solve problems – Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work – Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside an organization – Ability to obtain an process information – Ability to analyze quantitative data – Technical knowledge related to the job – Proficiency with computer software programs – Ability to create and/or edits written reports – Ability to sell and influence others
- 8. The Aeronautics Program Is… • designed for adults who work or would like to work in the field of aviation or aerospace. • mapped to the needs and demands of the aviation/aerospace industry; this is knowledge applicable now and throughout the future of the industry • a broad program with multiple disciplines. • flexible with a broad base, electives and minors that allow you to tailor your degree to your particular interests and career goals . • a launching point for your career that raises your value to an industry that will always have need for your skills. Depth
- 9. What are you Getting here? • A Multidisciplinary degree BROAD BUT DETAIL AVAILABLE • Skills and knowledge that will help you progress in the industry – What skills? PROGRAM OUTCOME DRIVEN – What knowledge? • A comprehensive exposure to vetted outcomes which support you here and beyond
- 11. GENED Program Outcomes • Critical Thinking. The student will apply knowledge at the synthesis level to define and solve problems within professional and personal environments. • Quantitative Reasoning. The student will demonstrate the use of digitally enabled technology (including concepts, techniques, and tools of computing), mathematics proficiency and analysis techniques to interpret data for the purpose of drawing valid conclusions and solving associated problems
- 12. GENED Program Outcomes • Information Literacy. The student will conduct meaningful research, including gathering information from primary and secondary sources and incorporating and documenting source material in his or her writing. • Communication. The student will communicate concepts in written, digital and oral forms to present technical and non-technical information.
- 13. GENED Program Outcomes • Scientific Literacy. The student will be able to analyze scientific evidence as it relates to the physical world and its interrelationship with human values and interests • Cultural Literacy. The student will be able to analyze historical events, cultural artifacts, and philosophical concepts.
- 14. GENED Program Outcomes • Life Long Personal Growth. The student will be able to demonstrate the skills needed to enrich the quality of life through activities, which enhance and promote lifetime learning.
- 15. Aeronautics Program Outcomes • Aeronautical Science. The student will demonstrate an understanding and application of the basic and thus advanced concepts of aeronautical science as they apply to the aviation/aerospace industry for solving problems.
- 16. Aeronautics Program Outcomes • Aviation Legislation and Law. The student will engage and discuss to present an understanding and application of basic concepts in National and International Legislation and Law as they pertain to the aviation/aerospace industry.
- 17. Aeronautics Program Outcomes • Aviation Safety. The student will compare and discuss in written and spoken formats an understanding and application of basic concepts in aviation safety as they pertain to the aviation/aerospace industry.
- 18. Aeronautics Program Outcomes • Aviation Management and Operations. The student will present and illustrate an understanding and application of management activities as they apply to aviation/aerospace operations.
- 19. The Road To Capstone The Culminating Event
- 20. Mapping • In each course are Learning Outcomes • Learning Outcomes are mapped up to Program Outcomes • LO’s and PO’s are also mapped to Ignite Student Learning Outcomes • This is how everything links together
- 21. Where is Capstone information? How do I prepare right now? • Student Services in ERNIE 1 2 3
- 22. How can I prepare? • Comprehend your program structure to a point where Program Outcomes are always in the background • Assignments relate to PO’s, you can often select topics that are connected between courses • Keeping to a theme throughout your degree helps build your Capstone topic and materials • Choosing a theme that relates to an area you may already have experience enhances expertise and knowledge
- 23. Remember these? • 10 Skills employers want to see – Ability to work in a team – Ability to make decisions and solve problems – Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work – Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside an organization – Ability to obtain an process information – Ability to analyze quantitative data – Technical knowledge related to the job – Proficiency with computer software programs – Ability to create and/or edits written reports – Ability to sell and influence others
- 24. Upcoming Webinars • Nov. 26, Constantine Koursaris: “Promoting U.S. Exports and Commercial Involvement” • Jan. 14, Aman Gupta: “Collaborative Supply Chains: Drivers and Challenges” • Feb. 11, Fire Science Faculty: “Use of Virtual Labs in Aircraft Firefighting and Rescue Research” worldwide.erau.edu/newsroom/free-webinars.html
- 25. Todays Presentation: Scott Burgess burgesco@erau.edu balogc@erau.edu ~~~ For questions about the webinar series: Bill Gibbs, Webinar Series Coordinator bill.gibbs@erau.edu
Editor's Notes
- #10: SKILLS? PROBLEM SOLVING / CRITICAL THINKING / ANALYSIS / RESEARCH KNOWLEDGE? PART OF THAT YOU CHOOSE …….BUT…….. YOU PREPARE YOURSELF FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL LIFE
- #11: PO’s are important to understand as they are a major part of the capstone proposal which is the student’s “research roadmap”, detailing what will be done, how it will be done, and what material will be used to do it.
- #12: Help standardize your understanding of the program outcomes as related to the Capstone CRITICAL THINKING is valid and reliable information and data information and data as part of a decision making courses of action potential solutions Comparing and contrasting Identifying and establishing priorities The result of Critical Thinking is the analysis of information and the development of conclusions QUANTITATIVE REASONING is Analyzing data quantitative data, such as descriptive statistics, charts, graphs, linear representations, tables, figures, databases and spreadsheets to support a specific objective or outcome. quantitative calculations in support of decision making and problem solving quantitative concepts that “measure” quantitative concepts in the analysis of information and development of conclusions and recommendations
- #13: INFO LITERACY is peer reviewed research research that differentiates between primary and secondary courses. Information that is reliable and valid. Reporting of research correct research processes. research THAT IS properly cited and referenced, and can be verified. The result of Information Literacy is the conduct of valid and reliable research that supports the analysis, conclusions, and recommendations related to a project or comprehensive research question. COMMUNICATION is use of APA guidelines Grammatically correct In-text citations Referenced Logical sequence, flow, transitions Participation in the Discussion Board. Communication between instructor and student in the development of the proposal and Capstone. Communication between students (group). Weekly status checks (online course) SCIENTIFIC LITERACY is physics or physical laws. factors in aeronautical science weather as a factor operating characteristics of a system, component or part mechanical or electrical concepts physiological factors in human performance
- #14: CULTURAL LITERACY Social cultures Organizational cultures Aviation cultures (or non-aviation culture) Safety cultures Religious culture Includes the following historical events Comparing and contrasting social norms. the evolution of an organization as cultures change. challenges in managing a multi-cultural workforce. past and current cultures for trends in aviation safety. LLPG is diversity in professional responsibility. increased experience through involvement how education and training impacts performance experience and qualifications of employees. the value of professional development. how professional development can increase job satisfaction / job security. the normal progression (or lack of progression) of career advancement.
- #16: AERONAUTICAL SCIENCE aeronautical sciences and associated concepts. factors in aeronautical science human factors or flight physiology flight operations principles and concepts flight simulation systems and procedures. air traffic control systems, technologies, and procedures aviation safety and security.
- #17: Aviation Legislation and Law the impact of all laws and regulations elimination of existing laws and regulations or the addition of new laws and regulations proposed or soon to be implemented laws and.
- #18: Aviation Safety aviation safety and security programs, agencies, and concepts accident investigation techniques and procedures. impacts of human factors and human error on aviation safety and security prior aviation accidents for use in developing new regulations and methodologies for improving aviation safety and security. roles private industry and, federal regulators, and academic research in improving aviation safety and security. safety and security recommendations
- #19: Aviation Management and Operations aviation management techniques to the personnel and programs associated with all aviation operations impacts of failures in management on aviation operations improvements to existing management techniques and theories or new techniques,