University Learning Outcomes for Undergraduate Programs | California State University, Bakersfield

CSUB’s undergraduate student learning outcomes are accomplished jointly through the General Education program, major and minor programs, and co-curricular experiences.

Goal 1: students will show critical reasoning and problem solving skills

Objective 1A: The student will demonstrate the ability to read critically.
Objective 1B: The student will demonstrate the ability to write critically.
Objective 1C: The student will demonstrate the ability to speak critically.
Objective 1D: The student will demonstrate the ability to think critically.
Objective 1E: The student will demonstrate the capacity for life-long learning.
Objective 1F: The student will engage in critical problem solving.

Goal 2: students will be able to communicate orally and in writing

Objective 2A: The student will present information in a professional manner using well-developed writing skills.
Objective 2B: The student will present information in a professional manner using well-developed oral presentation skills.
Objective 2C: The student will demonstrate competence in information management.
Objective 2D: The student will demonstrate computer literacy.

Goal 3: students will demonstrate discipline-based knowledge and career-based learning

Objective 3A: The student will demonstrate broad knowledge in their selected discipline.
Objective 3B: The student will successfully apply discipline-based knowledge to the real world.
Objective 3C: The student will successfully engage in career preparation and planning.

Goal 4: students will possess numerical literacy

Objective 4A: The student will correctly utilize mathematical calculations and estimation skills.
Objective 4B: The student will demonstrate quantitative reasoning skills.
Objective 4C: The student will successfully apply quantitative reasoning skills to the real world.

Goal 5: students will become engaged citizens

Objective 5A: The student will engage in university and community activities (including civic action).
Objective 5B: The student will demonstrate superior interpersonal skills.
Objective 5C: The student will develop and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of self.
Objective 5D: The student will demonstrate responsibility in group settings (including teamwork, leadership, managing skills, etc.)
Objective 5E: The student will demonstrate the ability to work independently.

Goal 6: students will develop a well-rounded skill set

Objective 6A: The student will possess and demonstrate an ethical framework.
Objective 6B: The student will demonstrate an understanding of cultural and ethnic diversity.
Objective 6C: The student will successfully apply research methods/analysis and technology for problem solving.
Objective 6D: The student will demonstrate interdisciplinary knowledge.