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Earth Sciences Department
Program Learning Outcomes
& Assessment Rubrics
For Geology
SLO 1
• To document, interpret, and map geological
formations in the field by outcrop study with
95% of the observable features accurately
recognized and located.
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• (See: USGS Standard
http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2002/of02370/soller1.html)
SLO 1 Assessment Rubric
LO: To document, interpret, and map geological formations in the field by outcrop
study with 95 (80)% of the observable features accurately recognized and located.
KPI: Perform minimum of 80% in any category and earn at least 20 out of 30 pts.
SLO 2
• To use computer software to analyze and
interpret geologic data
SLO 3
• To work effectively in teams in order to solve
problems relevant to Geology, keeping in mind
societal issues such as natural hazards,
resource utilization and conservation, and
environmental change.
SLO 3
LO: Work effectively in teams in order to solve problems relevant to Geology
KPI: Perform minimum of 70% in any category and earn at least 20 out of 30 pts
SLO 4
• To demonstrate effective written and oral
communication skills in order to transmit
complex technical information in a clear and
concise manner, including the use of
multimedia tools.
SLO 4 Assessment Rubric
LO: Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills in order to
document and transmit technical information in a clear and concise manner,
including the use of multimedia tools.
KPI: Perform at a minimum of 70% in any category, and earn at least 20 out of 30 pts
SLO 4 Assessment Rubric (cont.)
SLO 5
• To use standard field equipment (GPS,
compass, etc.) and optical microscope for
sedimentological, petrographical and
micropaleontological analyses.
SLO 5 Assessment Rubric
SLO 6
• To write field reports & laboratory reports
based on original observations.
SLO Assessment Criteria
• To write field reports & laboratory reports based on original observations
SLO 7
• To make stratigraphic correlation, facies
analysis and paleo-environmental
interpretation.
SLO 8
• To recognize and classify the different
structural features within the Earth Crust and
identify the conditions that control them.
SLO 9
• To recognize the type, texture and
composition of common sedimentary, igneous
and metamorphic rocks, in hand specimen,
core, and thin section.
SLO 10
• To demonstrate an understanding of the largescale geologic features of the Saudi Arabia
region.
SLO 11
• To estimate HC reservoir properties and
assess the HC potential in sedimentary basins.
SLO 12
• Utilize field observations and software modeling
tools to develop quantitative interpretations and
solutions to hydrologic studies and problems