Competency

FYE

EGR

101

Eng

101

Eng

102

Eng

114/

198

 HB

CMM

Comments

1)  Students will develop effective strategies for using information technologies when seeking knowledge.

• Identify and explore general information sources (print and electronic) and extract appropriate details

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

 x

x

REL103

• Use a graphical user computer interface to navigate electronic information sources

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

 x

x

PHL103

• Break an information need into parts and prioritize these parts for investigation

 ED

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

x

EDT110 project

• Use a variety of appropriate information-gathering strategies and technologies

 ED

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

x

EDT110 project

2)  Students will understand the structure, form, and access methods of recorded information.

• Use the classification schemes to locate information and knowledge (e.g., library collection classifications, indexes, abstracts, bibliographies, databases)

 ED

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

x

EDT110

• Accurately use controlled vocabulary / keyword indexing schemes with Boolean expressions to refine information-gathering strategies

 ED

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

x

EDT110

• Use tables and figures to understand and communicate information

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

x

• Use computer-based structured information sources such as spreadsheets, databases, collaboration tools, and other sources relevant to one's discipline

 ED

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

x

EDT110

3)  Students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate and analyze the information gathered from a variety of sources.

• Distinguish point of view, claims being advanced, and forms of substantiation being used

ME/EC

x

x

x

x

PHL103

HST101/102

REL103

• Develop and refine information-gathering strategies for print and electronic data media in light of purpose, level of information, and intended audiences

ME/EC

NE

x

x

x

• Determine the credibility of author or responsible party and the validity of data

ED

ME/EC

x

x

x

x

EDT110

HST101/102

• Perform simple, descriptive summaries (textual and statistical) of information from print and electronic sources

CE/CM

ME/EC

x

x

Classroom

REL103

• Understand the process of knowledge generation and publication patterns in appropriate disciplines and fields

AS

ED

CE/CM

X

X

EDT110

Competency

FYE

EGR

101

Eng

101

Eng

102

Eng

114/

198

 HB

CMM

Comments

4)  Students will use information and information technology responsibly and ethically.

• Understand and apply copyright laws and laws which protect computer software and electronic data

AS

ED

ME/EC

NE

EDT109

• Refuse to use technology and information to abuse, harass, or intimidate others, or to gain illegal access to technology

AS

BA

ED

CE/CM

EDT109

BAI103

• Identify and discuss ethical and responsible uses of information tools and resources

AS

BA

ED

CE/CM

 x

x

x

x

x

EDT109; BAI103

PHL103

HST101/102

5)  Students will demonstrate an interest in and ability for life-long learning about information technology.

• Use the basic capabilities of productivity tools for word processing, storage of files, access to computer files and remote information sources, and interpersonal communication, information sharing, and research

AS

ED

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

 x

x

EDT110

PHL103

HST101/102

REL103

• Use terminology related to computers and technology appropriately in written and oral communication

AS

CE/CM

ME/EC

x

• Use computer-based technologies, including telecommunications, to access information and enhance personal and professional productivity

AS

BA

ED

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

x

x

x

x

EDT109/110; BAI103

PHL103

HST101/102

ENG102

REL103

• Use computer software to present textual and numeric data in prose, tabular, and graphical formats

AS

BA

ED

CE/CM

ME/EC

NE

 x

x

x

 x

x

PHL103

BAI103

FYE = First Year Experience

·         AS = College of Arts and Sciences

·         BA = School of Business Administration (BAI103)

·         ED = School of Education (EDT109 or EDT110)

EGR = School of Engineering (EGR101)

·         CE = Civil Engineering Design Module

·         CM = Chemical Engineering Design Module

·         ME = Mechanical Engineering Design Module

·         EC = Electrical Engineering Design Module

·         NE = New Engineer (Intro to Engineering Design Section)

ENG = English Department

HB = Humanities Base (History, Philosophy, Religious Studies)

CMM = Oral Communication Competency Modules

Comments = specific classes within FYE & HB

For more specific competency details see the information at:

http://www.udayton.edu/~library/infolit/expanded.php