Optimal Post-Planning Strategies in Outcome-Based Engineering Education

Optimization of Learning Outcome Achievements in an Outcome-Based System

“…In this section, the proposed model for optimizing LO achievements and curriculum regulation is described. In previous researches by the same authors, the fundamental of the proposed model has been discussed [5], [6], [14]. To evaluate the efficiency of the proposed model, the course of PSA, which is presented curriculum of bachelor's program in electrical engineering, is examined.…”

“…In designing this course according to previous detailed studies [4][5][6], [14], [15], six learning outcomes for this course before have been projected. According to the upstream decisions, 12 results have been set for undergraduate classes in the studied university.…”

“…Allocation of the weights (w) to map LO to PO is part of department responsibilities. However, details on the course outline for PSA are given in [14], [15]. In the traditional model of the OBE system, the necessary exploitation was not done on its outputs, and only "the results of applying this system on different course subject and preparing statistics on the level of achievement for learning outcomes and program outcomes were considered by decision-makers" [16], [17].…”

“…In previous work [14], a basic model for optimizing learning outcomes by finding the assigned assessments' optimal weights was presented. The average learning outcomes increased in this model, and the contribution allocation structure was updated for each assessment item.…”

“…[4][5][6] along the path of validation and evaluation of engineering education, the contribution of LOs has been increasingly significant. Although in previous studies, much attention has been paid to the proper design and development of learning outcomes of courses in various engineering disciplines, no specific research has been reported working on their adjustment and optimization [14].…”