Survey of Graduating Students

							                                Survey of Graduating Students
This survey seeks the graduating students’ input on the quality of education they received in
the Systems Engineering program and the level of preparation they had at King Fahd
University of Petroleum and Minerals. The main purpose of this survey is to assess the quality
of the academic program and plan future improvements based on your valuable input. We seek
your help in completing this survey and the information provided will be kept in confidence.
Indicate your opinion regarding the following statements on the scale given below:

     A: Strongly Agree          B: Agree C: Neutral        D: Disagree   F: Strongly Disagree

I.   Program Outcomes and Skills:

1.   The mathematical content of the program is adequate for pursuing the advanced courses
     in the program.

            A               B              C              D              F

2.   The program developed my science and engineering skills.

            A               B              C              D              F

3.   The program is effective in developing analytical skills.

            A               B              C              D              F

4.   The program is effective in developing problem formulation and problem solving skills.

            A               B              C              D              F

5.   The program is effective in developing data collection, analysis and interpretation
     abilities.

            A               B              C              D              F

6.   The program is effective in developing system or process design skills.

            A               B              C              D              F

7.    The program is effective in developing planning abilities.

            A               B              C              D              F

8.   The program is effective in developing the abilities to apply process control and
     improvement techniques.

            A               B              C              D              F


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 9.    The program enhances the skills for developing performance measures and standards.

              A              B               C              D                F

10.    The program enhances the skills for evaluating the quality and reliability of systems.

              A              B               C              D                F

11.    The program is effective in developing computer knowledge and skills.

              A              B               C              D                F

12.    The program is effective in developing independent thinking.

              A              B               C              D                F

13.    The program is effective in developing written and oral communication skills.

              A              B               C              D                F

14.    The program is effective in enhancing team- working abilities.

              A              B               C              D                F

15.    The program is effective in making students aware of ethical and professional behavior.

              A              B               C              D                F

16.    The program is effective in directing students to pursue life long and professional growth.

              A              B               C              D                F

II.    Program Administration and Learning Environment :

  1.   The work in the program is too heavy and induces a lot of pressure.

              A              B               C              D                F

  2.   The program administration is effective in supporting learning.

              A              B               C              D                F

  3.   The learning environment within the department is challenging and stimulating.

              A              B               C              D                F

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  4.       The academic advising in the program is highly adequate in supporting students’ needs.

                    A                    B             C                 D                 F

  5.       The CO-OP advising within the program is very effective.

                    A                    B             C                 D                 F

  6.      The course offering in the program is more than adequate to meet students’ needs.

                    A                    B             C                 D                 F

  7.      The faculty within the department is highly accessible.

                    A                    B             C                 D                 F

III.      General Input

  1.      What are the best aspects of your program?

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  2.      What aspects of your program could be improved?

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Note : You may use additional sheets for questions 9 & 10 if needed.
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