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Table 4 List of course assessment methods and alignment with course learning outcomes

From: Constructive alignment in a graduate-level project management course: an innovative framework using large language models

Component

Weight

Description

Aligned Learning Outcome

Group project & Presentation

35%

Teams will select, analyze, and provide solutions for a real-world engineering project. Findings will be presented to the class

Primarily 2, 4, & 5

Simulation game performance

25%

Students will prepare a plan for a given project and use simulation models to evaluate project performance, risks, and adherence to time and budget constraints

Primarily 2 & 5

Automated quizzes

25%

Multiple-choice or short-answer quizzes that evaluate understanding of PMBOK principles, concepts, and case studies. These quizzes are auto-graded

Primarily 1 & 2

Final Exam

15%

Comprehensive examination covering course material. Incorporates case studies and practical problem-solving scenarios

Supports all outcomes