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Initiative Title	Instructional Resources - Microscopes for A & P I (BIO 111) Labs
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	2020
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	Our goal to replace microscopes used in our Anatomy and Physiology I (BIO 111) labs over a two-year period. The current microscopes were originally placed in service circa the early 1970s or mid-to-late 1960s and no longer function optimally. Microscopes used in all of our other courses are of newer vintage and offer binocular viewing and easier adjustments of illumination and focus. Microscopic demonstrations of cells, tissues and organs is an integral component of A and P I and is essential for students to gain a conceptual understanding of functional anatomy. Microscopes used in Anatomy and Physiology I must be of the same quality and functionality as those used in other courses.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	In A & P I students must learn the histologic characteristics of various types of epithelial cells, muscle cells , nerve cells and connective tissue elements. From critical observation students develop a fundamental understanding of a cell structure, its function and its locations in the body. Students then are able to understand and appreciate how such cells interact in formation of organs, organ systems and the organism itself. Without quality optical instrumentation images are unclear, critical observations are not made, and a holistic understanding of functional anatomy is compromised. A & P I, in particular, addresses histology and establishes an essential base for professional work to follow. With sub- optimal equipment, student success is adversely impacted.
Department Goals	Replace microscopes for A & P 1 (BIO 111) labs
Programs	AS Math Science
Locations	Main Campus
Estimated Completion Date	08/01/2023
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	Yes
Importance	High
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	11/28/2022 1:55 pm
Updated	11/28/2022 1:58 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 1. To provide high quality academic courses and programs that prepare a diverse student population to achieve its educational, employment and enrichment goals.	Microscopes are old and not providing good quality experiences.

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Obtain bids from appropriate vendors, place orders for microscopes, set up in A & P labs	Biology Department Chair and Biology Technical Assistant	1

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Enhanced student learning experience and performance on lab exercises.	1

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party
Other	Enter other assessment method	Monitoring student success on laboratory assignments and General Education Assessment. Gathering student feedback resulting from student course evaluations.	Biology Department Chair and Technical Assistant

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$7,500.00
RECURRING COST:	$7,500.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Approximately $15,000 for 10 microscopes or $7,500 for 5 each year over the next two years	$7500.00 / 7500.00 (1st year)	Biology Business
TOTAL:	$7,500.00 / $7,500.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Supply

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Staffing

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Training

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Marketing

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Other

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Prioritization

Level 5 Level 5 Cabinet Middle States	Level 4 Level 4 PBIE Committee	Level 3 Level 3 Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Board of Trustees Chief Diversity Officer Institutional Advancement, VP Office President, Office of Student Services, VP Office SUNY Orange Foundation Sustainability Workforce Development, Strategy & Innovation, VP Office	Level 2 Level 2 Alumni Relations and Special Events Athletics Business Math Science and Technology, AVP Office Business Office CAPE Career and Internship Services Communications Office Enrollment Mgt and Student Financial Services, AVP Office Facilities Food Tech Grants Health Professions, AVP Office Hudson Valley Educational Consortium Human Resources, AVP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Institutional Planning Assessment and Research Lab School Learning & Student Success, AVP Office Liberal Arts, AVP Office Marketing Newburgh Campus Phi Theta Kappa Security Student Engagement and Completion, AVP Office	Level 1 Level 1 Academic Advising Academic Support Middletown Academic Support Newburgh Academic Technology Accessibility Services Admissions and Recruitment Arts and Communication Behavioral Sciences Biology Bursar Business Capital Projects Center for Student Involvement Center for Teaching and Learning Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Science and Technology Criminal Justice Cultural Affairs Custodial and Grounds Dental Hygiene Deployment & Operations Diagnostic Imaging Education Educational Opportunities Program Educational Partnerships English Enrollment Support Services Environmental Health and Safety ESL CAPE Financial Aid Global Studies Governance Honors Program HVAC Information Services & Network Infrastructure Interdisciplinary Studies Liberty Partnership Program Library Mail and Copy Services Maintenance Mathematics Movement Science Nursing Occupational Therapy Payroll Physical Therapy Records and Registration Science Engineering and Architecture Student Services - Data Management Student Services Central Student Services Newburgh Campus Student Support Initiatives Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Unused Wellness Center Work Force Development CAPE	Initiative Title	Department
				1	Instructional Resources - Microscopes for A & P I (BIO 111) Labs $7,500.00 / $7,500.00	Biology AS Math Science

Assessment

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