Workforce Education

Courses

WKED 102: Professional Preparation - Occupation Specific II

Credits 1
A continued exploration of work-related components specific to each occupation/industry (or similar) including direct contact with peers, advisors, mentors, employers, and others directly related to the industry. Creation of a job search portfolio. The job shadow is a required element for this course

WKED 103: Professional Preparation - Occupation Specific III

Credits 1
Continued contact with peers, advisors, mentors, employers, and others directly related to the industry. This course covers job preparation components in which emphasis is given to job search and interviewing techniques. The mock interview is a required element of this course.

WKED 110: Mission Critical Operations Management I

Credits 3
Introduction to the technical operations management of systems, facilities, equipment, and processes critical to the production of goods and services. Students may explore this topic within a related industry of their choice.

WKED 111: Mission Critical Operations Management II

Credits 4
Exploration and practical application of technical systems management and the related data required to maintain operationally sound facilities, equipment, and processes critical to the production of goods and services. Students may explore this topic within a related industry of their choice.

WKED 152: Industrial Forklift Training

Credits 2
In this course, students will learn the safety and operation regulations needed to meet forklift operator competencies. Students will engage in interactive competency-based online activities, including the use of a virtual reality (VR) forklift simulator prior to taking their final practical exam on a sit-down forklift. Students that successfully complete the course will be issued an industry recognized (Overton) Operators License.