CLAAS Learning Outcomes

Associate in Arts

  1. Demonstrate successful completion of Global Miami Plan foundational courses;
  2. rate how their learning has prepared them to a) begin a Bachelor’s degree and b) further their career and/or life goals;
  3. reflect on how their prior learning (inside and outside of the classroom) during their Associate in Arts studies has changed their perspectives about educational and life experiences

Associate of Technical Study

  1. Demonstrate successful completion of Global Miami Plan foundational courses;
  2. (if graduating with an Associate in Technical Study with a concentration in Commerce) explain basic business methodology and application;
  3. (If graduating with an Associate in Technical Study with a concentration in Computer Information Technology) describe methods to apply formal frameworks and management systems to the organization, storage, and retrieval of data;
  4. (if graduating with an Associate in Technical Study with a concentration in Engineering Technology) describe the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context

Applied Biology, B.S.

  1. Acquire and apply foundational knowledge, concepts, and theories in biology;
  2. Collect, synthesize, and critically evaluate information in order to suggest solutions to environmental and human health-related problems;
  3. Acquire a broad range of tools that can be applied in research and in the workplace to solve biological problems;
  4. Earn professional certifications in order to increase employment prospects

Applied Social Research, B.S. in Applied Science

  1. Apply concepts and research methods from multiple social science disciplines to issues faced by the public and/or private sectors;
  2. Effectively understand, communicate, and critique the results and appropriateness of various types of research methodologies (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods);
  3. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, for more than one purpose (e.g., research proposals, technical reports, literature reviews, program evaluations)

Business Management Technology, A.A.B.

  1. Apply business principles in solving problems encountered in the workplace;
  2. Analyze data and other sources of information in order to recommend appropriate courses of action;
  3. Apply learned business principles through group/team experiences.

Commerce, B.S. (Small Business Management)

  1. Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and work with others;
  2. Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems in organizational/business contexts;
  3. Analyze and apply information and data to solve problems;
  4. Apply leadership concepts and ethical models;
  5. Apply knowledge in the core areas of accounting, business law, economics, finance, management and marketing.

Communication Studies, B.A. in Applied Communication

Demonstrate:

  1. ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities;
  2. ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies;
  3. ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes;
  4. ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives;
  5. ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team;
  6. ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems;
  7. ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  8. understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  9. understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity;
  10. knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context; and
  11. commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Community Arts, B.A.

  1. Analyze the significant impact of the arts in shaping and informing culture, past and present;
  2. Demonstrate skill in a creative discipline and contribute to a community of practice;
  3. Create a professional presentation of one’s creative work using complex problem-solving and research;
  4. Use critical and creative thinking to identify problems and generate innovative solutions;
  5. Communicate clearly for a diverse range of audiences in a variety of media

Computer Technology, A.A.S.

  1. Apply current methods and practices to support, manage, contribute to, and maintain the IT needs of an organization;
  2. Apply critical thinking and logical reasoning to research IT solutions and adapt to industry changes;
  3. Communicate technical requirements and solutions that ethically advance organizations, communities, and societies

Computer and Information Technology, A.A.S.

  1. Apply current methods and practices to support, manage, contribute to, and maintain the IT needs of an organization;
  2. Apply critical thinking and logical reasoning to research IT solutions and adapt to industry changes;
  3. Communicate technical requirements and solutions that ethically advance organizations, communities, and societies.

Criminal Justice, B.S.

  1. Show evidence of application and synthesis of core concepts within criminal justice;
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of genre and disciplinary conventions and sources and evidence via written communication;
  3. Demonstrate an increased knowledge of core concepts in criminal justice.

Customer Service, Certificate

  1. Recognize and apply customer service best practices in daily client interactions to improve
  2. customer satisfaction;
  3. Assess current and prospective customer needs;
  4. Apply computer analysis and up-to-date technology solutions to company processes to improve company efficiency;
  5. Navigate between computer systems and understand.

Digital Business Systems, A.A.B.

  1. Apply business principles in solving problems encountered in the workplace;
  2. Analyze data and other sources of information in order to recommend appropriate courses of action;
  3. Apply learned business principles through group/team experiences.

Engineering Technology, B.S. in Applied Science

Demonstrate:

  1. ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities;
  2. ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies;
  3. ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes;
  4. ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives;
  5. ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team;
  6. ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems;
  7. ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  8. understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  9. understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity;
  10. knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context; and
  11. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, A.A.S.

Demonstrate:

  1. ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities;
  2. ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge;
  3. ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments;
  4. ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team;
  5. ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined engineering technology problems;
  6. ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  7. understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  8. understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity;
  9. commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

English Studies, B.A.

  1. Analyze complex texts within their social, historical, and political contexts using the technique of close reading;
  2. Demonstrate in writing their ability to evaluate, synthesize, and cite information and ideas from sources and modes of inquiry typically used in the discipline or in professions;
  3. Communicate effectively in multiple genres with attention to the needs of multiple audiences and contexts.

Forensic Investigation, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science & Investigation

  1. Show evidence of higher-order, scientific thinking skills;
  2. Demonstrate an increased level of knowledge of forensic science and its relevance to the criminal justice system;
  3. Be prepared both professionally and academically to enter the field at the local, state, or federal level, or to pursue graduate studies in forensic science.

Forensic Science, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science & Investigation

  1. Show evidence of higher-order, scientific thinking skills;
  2. Demonstrate an increased level of knowledge of forensic science and its relevance to the criminal justice system;
  3. Be prepared both professionally and academically to enter the field at the local, state, or federal level, or to pursue graduate studies in forensic science.

Health Communication, B.A. in Applied Communication

  1. Identify health issues facing multiple communities;
  2. Adapt health and scientific messages to specialist and non-specialist audiences;
  3. Communicate carefully and clearly in a variety of media, including: oral presentations, written documents, social media, and visual platforms;
  4. Demonstrate intercultural competency and an appreciation for human diversity, difference, and identity;
  5. Explain, interpret, and make an original contribution to health communication research from various ontological and methodological positions;
  6. Develop health messages/campaigns that effectively communicate health messages to those communities.

Health Information Technology, B.S.

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions;
  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline;
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles;
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline;
  6. Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of computing based systems.

Information Technology, B.S.

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions;
  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline;
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles;
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline;
  6. Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of computing based systems.

Integrative Studies, Bachelor of

  1. Integrate content from multiple disciplines and perspectives to develop a holistic understanding of a specific problem or issue;
  2. Find credible sources, evaluate research, and integrate that content into an original scholarly contribution;
  3. Communicate effectively through oral or written channels.

Liberal Studies, B.A. and B.S.

  1. Identify authentic problems and use creative and critical thinking skills to evaluate various possible solutions;
  2. Analyze information and ideas carefully and logically from multiple perspectives;
  3. Collaborate with others to solve problems;
  4. Communicate clearly for a diverse range of audiences and purposes;
  5. Apply knowledge and methods from different cognate areas.

Marketing Management Technology, A.A.B.

  1. Apply business principles in solving problems encountered in the workplace;
  2. Analyze data and other sources of information in order to recommend appropriate courses of action;
  3. Apply learned business principles through group/team experiences.

Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.A.S.

Demonstrate:

  1. ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities;
  2. ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge;
  3. ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments;
  4. ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team;
  5. ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined engineering technology problems;
  6. ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  7. understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  8. understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity;
  9. commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Nonprofit and Community Studies, B.S.

  1. Interpret and analyze oral information, written texts and data sets regarding community and organizational development, making use of theoretical approaches to community and democracy derived from various academic disciplines;
  2. Develop, evaluate and implement solutions to community and organizational problems;
  3. Identify key stakeholders (e.g., organizations and governments) and engage a diversity of perspectives in solving community problems, tailoring communication effectively to diverse audiences;
  4. Develop and implement a strategy, individually and in groups, to bring public and political attention to a community issue and advocate for an ethically justifiable solution.

Nursing, B.S.

  1. Synthesize knowledge from liberal education, the sciences, and nursing to address the diverse health needs of individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.
  2. Employ effective leadership and communication skills that promote interprofessional collaboration and mutually beneficial partnerships
  3. Practice with accountability and professionalism to promote health, prevent disease, and provide nursing care across the continuum of healthcare environments. 

Prekindergarten Education, A.A.S.

  1. Use knowledge of academic disciplines to design, implement, and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for each and every young child. Candidates understand the importance of developmental domains and academic (or content) disciplines in early childhood curriculum
  2. Know the essential concepts, inquiry tools, and structure of content areas, including academic subjects, and identify resources to deepen understanding
  3. Use knowledge and other resources to design, implement, and evaluate meaningful, challenging curriculum that promotes comprehensive developmental and learning outcomes for every young child
  4. Identify and conduct themselves as members of the early childhood profession by knowing and using ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice
  5. Demonstrate knowledgeable, reflective and critical perspectives on their work, making informed decisions that integrate knowledge from a variety of sources
  6. Use a child development knowledge base, and demonstrate understanding of young children’s characteristics and needs, and of multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning, to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging for each child.

Psychological Science, B.A.

  1. Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology;
  2. Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena;
  3. Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice;
  4. Demonstrate effective writing for different purposes;
  5. Apply psychological content and skills to career goals.