Here's the detailed content for Module 4 of the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) training series:
"CO-PO Mapping, PO Attainment, and Assessment Design" – a crucial module that links course outcomes to program outcomes and enables continuous quality improvement.
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🎯 Session Objectives
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
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Understand the process of CO-PO and CO-PSO mapping.
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Map Course Outcomes (COs) to relevant Program Outcomes (POs).
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Design appropriate assessment methods to evaluate COs.
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Compute and analyze CO and PO attainment levels.
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Apply direct and indirect assessment methods for quality assurance.
🕘 Duration
2 Hours (Including hands-on exercises and sample calculations)
📚 Content Outline
1. Introduction to CO-PO Mapping
🔹 Why Map COs to POs?
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Ensures curriculum alignment with program goals.
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Helps in tracking outcome achievement.
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Required for NBA accreditation and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
🔹 Concept:
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Each Course Outcome (CO) must contribute to one or more Program Outcomes (POs) and Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs).
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The strength of the contribution is denoted using a mapping scale.
2. CO-PO Mapping Matrix
🔹 3-Point Mapping Scale (NBA Recommended)
| Mapping Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 3 | Strong contribution |
| 2 | Moderate contribution |
| 1 | Slight contribution |
| – | No correlation |
✅ Use judgment based on course content, CO definition, and PO scope.
🔹 Sample CO-PO Mapping Matrix
| CO / PO | PO1 | PO2 | PO3 | PO4 | PO5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | 3 | – | – | – | – |
| CO2 | 2 | 3 | – | – | – |
| CO3 | – | – | 2 | 1 | – |
✅ A course need not map to all 12 POs. Focus on relevant, measurable alignment.
3. CO Attainment Calculation
🔹 Direct Assessment
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Based on student performance in internal assessments (IA), assignments, quizzes, end exams, etc.
Steps:
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Set target levels (e.g., 60% of students scoring ≥ 60%).
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Collect assessment scores mapped to COs.
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Calculate CO attainment using pre-defined formulae.
🔹 Sample Formula (Direct CO Attainment):
Attainment Level =
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Level 3: ≥ target met by ≥70% of students
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Level 2: ≥ target met by 60–69% of students
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Level 1: ≥ target met by 50–59% of students
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Level 0: < 50% students meet the target
🔹 Indirect Assessment
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Feedback from students (course exit surveys), alumni, employer surveys.
Sample Method:
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Survey results rated on a Likert scale (1–5)
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Average converted to attainment level
🔹 CO Attainment Table (Sample)
| CO | Target (%) | % Achieved | Attainment Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | 60 | 78 | 3 |
| CO2 | 60 | 65 | 2 |
| CO3 | 60 | 52 | 1 |
4. PO Attainment Calculation
🔹 PO Attainment = Contribution from All COs of All Courses
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Aggregated from CO-PO matrix and CO attainment scores
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Weighted based on course level (Core, Elective, Lab)
Formula:
PO Attainment = Σ (CO Attainment × CO-PO Mapping Value × Weightage)
🔹 Example:
Let’s say PO2 is mapped by CO1 (Level 3, Attainment 2) and CO3 (Level 2, Attainment 1):
PO2 Attainment = (2×3 + 1×2) / (3 + 2) = (6 + 2)/5 = 1.6
5. Assessment Design Aligned to COs
🔹 Principles of CO-based Assessment
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Each question/item must map to one or more COs.
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Bloom’s level of the question should match CO’s cognitive level.
🔹 Types of Assessment Tools
| Type | Examples | Suitable for CO Levels |
|---|---|---|
| Formative | Class tests, quizzes, MCQs | CO1–CO3 |
| Summative | Mid-term, end-term exams | CO2–CO5 |
| Practical | Labs, case studies, mini-projects | CO3–CO6 |
| Project-based | Major projects, internships | CO4–CO6 |
| Oral/Presentation | Viva voce, seminars | CO3–CO6 |
6. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
🔹 What to Do with CO/PO Data?
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Identify gaps in learning
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Plan remedial actions (extra sessions, tutorial hours)
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Revise COs or assessments in the next cycle
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Document CQI as part of NBA SAR and NAAC Criteria 2
🧩 Interactive Activities
🟢 Activity 1: CO-PO Mapping
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Provide a sample course with 4 COs.
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Participants fill CO-PO matrix and justify their mapping choices.
🔵 Activity 2: CO Attainment Calculation
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Distribute mock assessment scores.
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Participants calculate CO attainment using direct method.
🟡 Activity 3: Assessment Blueprinting
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Design a question paper for a sample course.
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Map each question to COs and Bloom’s levels.
📝 Summary Points
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CO-PO mapping ensures that teaching leads to program outcomes.
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CO and PO attainment must be measured and documented regularly.
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Use both direct (assessment-based) and indirect (survey-based) methods.
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Assessment tools must be mapped to COs and Bloom’s levels.
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Attainment data should feed into continuous improvement and curriculum review.
📤 Trainer Materials
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CO-PO Mapping templates (Excel)
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CO attainment calculator (Excel formula-based)
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Sample assessment blueprint (question-CO-Bloom’s mapping)
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CO-PO-PEO alignment matrix
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NBA SAR section samples
🧠 Post-Session Reflection Questions
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How confident are you in mapping your course COs to the POs now?
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What adjustments will you make in your next assessment to better align with COs?
Would you like me to now generate:
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Excel templates for CO/PO attainment calculations
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Assessment blueprint formats, or
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PowerPoint presentation slides for delivery of this module?
Let me know how you'd like to proceed!
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