Program Learning Objectives
In the course of program review, academic programs report their Program Learning Objectives (PLOs) and map them to the University Learning Objectives (ULOs). PLOs are defined by the faculty to promote the clarity and coherence of the program. PLOs apply to all students in the program. The availability of PLOs provides students and others with the general goals of the major, while outlining the structure of knowledge, skills, and values associated with the discipline.
PLOs shall be listed with other program information in the Cal Poly online catalog.
Source:
Academic Senate Resolution: AS-732-11 "Resolution on Posting Program Learning Objectives in the Cal Poly Online Catalog" (PDF). Adopted 31 May 2011.
Updated: 7/3/2025