Continuous Quality Improvement for Civil Engineering Course During and After the Covid-19 Pandemic

The Covid-19 outbreak has profoundly affected teaching and learning, necessitating a careful transition back to conventional methods in the post-pandemic era. This study examines the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) of Course X in Civil Engineering during and after Covid-19, focusing on specific challenges faced and measures implemented during this transition. The evaluation includes an assessment of academic performance through diagnostic tests, course outcomes, program outcomes, and student feedback as components for planning effective CQI initiatives. Overall CO-PO performance metrics indicate that in semester 20214, CO1-PO1 was attained at 86%, while CO2-PO2 achieved 71%. However, during face-to-face assessments in semesters 20224 and 20234, a significant decline was observed: CO1-PO1 dropped to 54% and 53%, respectively, while CO2-PO2 decreased to 61% in semester 20224 and slightly increased to 62% in semester 20234. These findings underscore that while students adapted well to online learning, they faced significant barriers when transitioning back to hands-on activities. This research provides targeted insights into enhancing educational delivery methods post-pandemic, highlighting the necessity of integrating traditional and innovative teaching strategies to foster student engagement and improve learning outcomes. The implications are particularly relevant for educators and policymakers as they refine curricula and teaching methodologies to address the evolving needs of students in response to global disruptions.