4A. Physics Performance Objectives: "Given a problem whose solution benefits from modeling based on the fundamental laws of classical physics...Recognize that physics is involved and successfully apply the appropriate concepts to obtain reasonable predictive models or verify noted system behaviors."
Criteria	Method
1. apply the appropriate "conservation" principles of total mass, linear momentum, angular momentum, energy, and charge to model engineering systems	lab experiments report writing standard quizzes and tests computer modeling
2. apply the principles of the 2nd law of thermodynamics to model engineering problems
3. make appropriate and necessary physics-related assumptions for parameters and inputs to enable models to provide the required accuracy
4. judge, interpret, and explain the results of modeling based on the fundamental laws of physics
5. varies vocal tone and pattern
6. use appropriate audiovisual materials to support the presentation
7. effectively respond to questions and comments
8. use audience-appropriate vocabulary, content, and style
4B. Chemistry Performance Objectives: "Given a problem whose solution benefits from an application of the principles of inorganic/organic chemistry...apply the concepts of chemistry to obtain reasonable predictive models or to explain behaviors of matter."
Criteria	Method
1. apply the appropriate principles of chemistry to model engineering systems	lab experiments group projects report writing standard quizzes and tests computer modeling
2. make appropriate and necessary chemical-related assumptions for parameters and inputs to enable models to provide the required accuracy
3. apply the principles of chemistry to account for species mass in engineering systems
4. interpret and explain the results of modeling based on the fundamental laws of chemistry, including the following chemistry topics: fundamental elements, atomic and molecular structure and bonding, heats of reaction, rates of reaction
4C. Mathematics Performance Objectives: "Given a problem whose solution benefits from mathematical modeling of the proposed solution apply appropriate concepts of mathematics to obtain a reasonable predictive model or to verify an observed behavior."
Criteria	Method
1. demonstrate knowledge of the role of mathematics as a tool in modeling systems	solving word problems homework problems report writing tests use of symbolic mathematics computer programs
2. demonstrate understanding of functional relationships: linear functions, exponential functions, pwer functions, inverse functions
3. distinguish between change, rate of change, and integrals of functions
4. use the following techniques/technology as appropriate: recall of simple relationships; use of tabular results (e.g., tables of integrals); use of symbolic mathematics computer programs, and use of numerical analysis
5. construct and solve a mathematical model that is appropriate for the accuracy required
6. make appropriate and necessary mathematics-related assumptions to enable models to provide the required accuracy
7. judge, interpret, and explain the results of models of engineering systems that are due to the mathematics employed
4D. Integration Performance Objectives: "Given a problem whose solution benefits from an integrated application of mathematics and the sciences...demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationships between mathematics and the sciences and integrate concepts from these disciplines with other knowledge."
Criteria	Method
1. demonstrate knowledge of some of the significant history behind the development of mathematics and the sciences
2. demonstrate how mathematics and the sciences together are used in the modeling and understanding of engineering systems
3. demonstrate knowledge of the role that mathematics and the sciences play in society

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