Student learning outcomes (SLOs) are the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that students carry with them upon completing a course or program
of study. For potential graduates of Taft College, courses and student experiences lead to competency in five general areas.  These areas, Taft
College's institutional student learning outcomes, are communication, computation, critical and creative thinking, community/global
consciousness and responsibility, and discipline content.

Our faculty work to help you develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will serve you after you complete a course or degree. When you possess
the outcomes of your degree or program of study, it will be easier to continue learning.  Whether it is at a transfer institution, in the workplace, or in
your everyday life, think of these outcomes as tools to help you succeed.

Taft College values an environment conducive to learning, fairness, and continuous improvement.  Faculty assess the extent of student learning in
order to thoughtfully consider improvements that will help you learn.  Assessment of student learning outcomes is designed to illuminate effective
new pathways to learning.

Taft College's institutional student learning outcomes, are listed here.  Follow the links on the top of this page to learn about course specific student
learning outcomes and program specific student learning outcomes. Take a look at what you will be able to do after attending Taft College.


                                              

1. Communication
    Graduates should be able to deliver focused and coherent presentations; demonstrate active, discerning listening and speaking skills in lectures
    and discussions; demonstrate active reading skills and thorough comprehension; and write clearly and effectively.

2. Computation
    Graduates should be able to solve problems involving data gathering and analysis, apply mathematical concepts, and use technology in these
    processes.

3. Critical and Creative Thinking
    Graduates should be able to analyze, interpret, explain and evaluate texts, ideas, works of art, and scientific and mathematical problems.

4. Community/Global Consciousness and Responsibility
    Graduates should be able to demonstrate social and cultural awareness, ethical behavior, effective and sensitive communications, and a
    commitment to learning.

5. Discipline Content
    Graduates should be able to clearly demonstrate mastery and application of course content.