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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)
Today’s Agenda:
• Introductions
• Presentation by Scott Burgess
• Questions and Answers
• Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics overview
• Upcoming Webinars
Alpha to Omega:
Program Outcomes to the
Capstone
BS in AeronauticsLeadership
• Mr. Scott Burgess
• Program Chair
• Dr. Clint Balog
• Associate Program Chair &
Capstone Administrator
Embry-Riddle’s largest degree program
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.
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
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
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
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
BSA
Program Outcomes
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
• 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.
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.
GENED Program Outcomes
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.
• 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.
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.
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.
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.
Aeronautics Program Outcomes
The Road To Capstone
The Culminating Event
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
Where is Capstone
information?
How do I prepare right now?
• Student Services in ERNIE
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2
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• 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
How can I prepare?
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
• 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”
Upcoming Webinars
worldwide.erau.edu/newsroom/free-webinars.html
Todays Presentation: Scott Burgess
[email protected]@erau.edu
~~~For questions about the webinar series: Bill Gibbs, Webinar Series Coordinator