An introduction to work related and job search components specific to each occupation (or similar) including direct contact with peers, advisors, mentors, employers, and others directly related to the industry.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Engage in activities geared toward building job search and career networks
- Practice introductions to peers, potential employers, mentors, advisors, and others related to their education and occupation
- Describe the basic systems, infrastructure, operations, environment associated with their chosen industry.
Institutional Outcomes
IO1 Communication: Communicate effectively and respectfully using verbal, written, and computer skills
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
Course Content Outline
- Advising for academic program and job search
- Career exploration within a specific industry
- Orientation to the specified industry through video, lecture, reading, guest speakers, tours, and/or lab work
- Importance of first impressions, work ethic, communication, and building relationships
- Facility tours (virtual tours when not feasible)
- Formatting and writing thank-you letters and basic reports
- Time management
Department Guidelines
The cost of books and materials should be held to the minimum cost for the maximum student benefit.