Astronomy and Astrophysics Ph.D. graduates will demonstrate:

1.  Mastery of the fundamental techniques, underlying theory, and empirical contents of astronomy and astrophysics;

2.  Ability to apply technology (including observational techniques and instrumentation, mathematical modeling, and computational simulation) to solve modern astronomical and astrophysical problems'

3.  Ability to communicate/teach fundamental astronomical concepts and/or new research results to both other experts in the field and/or to people outside the field;

4.  Ability to conduct independent research, and publish in the peer-reviewed astronomical and astrophysical literature.

Rubrics

The Department Grad Advisor will notify the Chair and Committee Members at each:

• Qualifying Exam

• Thesis Defense

that the applicable Rubric will need to be completed.  The Chair of the Committee is responsible for gathering feedback and completing the form.

Work in Progress:  Creation of an E-Rubric by the Assessment Team; assessment specialists create a customized e-rubric where faculty members indicate each student’s level of proficiency in each criterion using a dropdown menu or multiple choice.

INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH, ANALYTICS, and PLANNING SUPPORT

 Assessment for Learning Excellence and Equity Center -  part of the Academic Affairs Division

 "Typically, it takes 3 years to collect enough data in a PhD program. My team will analyze the data and provide you with a report."