Learning Outcomes of the IQP
These learning outcomes have been approved by the WPI faculty for all IQPs. The numbers in parentheses denote corresponding WPI curriculum-wide undergraduate learning outcomes.
Students who complete an Interactive Qualifying Project will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the project’s technical, social and humanistic context. (1, 7, 8)
- Define clear, achievable goals and objectives for the project. (6)
- Critically identify, utilize, and properly cite information sources, and integrate information from multiple sources to identify appropriate approaches to addressing the project goals (7, 10)
- Select and implement a sound approach to solving an interdisciplinary problem. (7, 10)
- Analyze and synthesize results from social, ethical, humanistic, technical or other perspectives, as appropriate. (8, 9)
- Maintain effective working relationships within the project team and with the project advisor(s), recognizing and resolving problems that may arise. (5)
- Demonstrate the ability to write clearly, critically and persuasively. (4)
- Demonstrate strong oral communication skills, using appropriate, effective visual aids. (4)
- Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical dimensions of their project work. (9)
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