Operational Task 2
• Building on the comprehensive programmatic review process , develop strategies for future trade program growth .
Metric
• Develop a broad-based future trade program growth strategy within the first two years .
Initiative 3 . . . Enhance student accessibility to and proficiency with technology .
Operational Task 1
• Fully implement the College ’ s 1:1 student device program
Metric
• Entire student body access to a distributed personal device for educational purposes accomplished within the first 6 months .
Operational Task 2
• Develop a comprehensive strategy to enhance student proficiency with technology .
Metrics
• Comprehensive strategy to enhance student technological proficiency developed within the first 12 months .
• 70 % of students will demonstrate proficiency in Computer Aided Design ( CAD ) and Microsoft Office software applications ( e . g ., Word , Excel , etc .). ( Student proficiency will be assessed through a developed CAD comprehensive Exam , CAD Drawing , and Microsoft Suite Project .)
• 50 % of students surveyed report that technology positively contributed to their academic experience and willingness to persist to graduation .
Initiative 4 . . . Expand our commitment to transform and modernize our classrooms and trade shops by investing in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment .
Operational Task
• Harnessing the college ’ s Program Advisory Committee structure , formalize an assessment process to enhance the college ’ s academic facilities and trade shop technology in alignment with industry trends and curriculum focus .
Metrics
• A formal assessment process developed within the first 12 months .
• An interdisciplinary campus technology committee in support of the formal assessment process established within the first 12-24 months .
Initiative 5 . . . Seek transformative partnerships with other colleges , universities , employers , religious organizations , institutions , and trade organizations to enhance our academic programs and broaden graduate opportunities .
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