BS Biochemistry/ChemistryStudent Learning Outcomes	Assessment Tools	Assessment Schedule
(1) Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental content in the basic areas of Chemistry: Analytical, Biochemistry, Inorganic, Organic, Physical (KN)	embedded questions for knowledge content national ACS exam	1/2 courses in fall 1/2 courses in spring
(2) Integrate knowledge with critical thinking to solve problems (KN, CT)	embedded questions for critical thinking course laboratory activities (critical thinking component)	1/2 courses in fall 1/2 courses in spring
(3) Perform qualitative/quantitative chemical analyses/syntheses using modern instrumentation (KN, CT, CA)	course laboratory activities (chemical analysis component) research activities (chemical analysis component)	1/2 courses in fall 1/2 courses in spring fall and spring
(4) Articulate scientific information through oral communication (KN, CT, CA, CO)	oral presentations in courses oral presentations at conferences	fall/spring in courses/conferences that assign oral presentations
(5) Articulate scientific information through written communication (KN, CT, CA, CO)	laboratory experimental reports research papers	1/2 courses in fall 1/2 courses in spring fall and spring
(6) Demonstrate ability to integrate knowledge content, laboratory skill, critical thinking and problem solving, and communication skills via participation in research projects.  (KN, CT, CA, CO)	research activities (overall performance) research activities participated	fall and spring