FE 120 Career Jump Start

Lecture Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Introduces the realities of the world of work for undecided students and students in any chosen academic program. Emphasizes gaining an understanding of careers and internships; and creating an effective educational and career plan through graduation, making the most of college education to prepare for future employment.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify employability skills desirable to industry and work site.
Construct an informational interview and job shadowing plan.
Practice workplace habits and ethics as required by industry.
Utilize critical thinking in networking and communication situations.
Assess and articulate personal career goals, personality type, values, skills, learning styles, and interests as they apply to a specific career.
Formulate and present a career plan based on research.
Develop strategies to overcome obstacles and lack of skills in any chosen career.
Work effectively as a member of a diverse team.
Identify the value of an internship in gaining employment.

Content Outline

Observation and Research of Various Careers
- Exposure to career professionals and industry
- Use of a variety of research tools
- Research of potential careers through informational interviews and job shadows
Use of the Decision-Making Process to Decide on Career and Career Plan of Action
- Research, demonstrate, and understand the decision-making process
- Practice decision-making based on steps, research, results, and follow-through
Development of Personal Profile
- Identify personal skills, values, and goals
- Research careers as they relate to personal skills, values, and goals
Teams as a Work Unit in Business and Industry
- Discuss and research diverse teams
- Identify and practice working responsibly as a team member and individual
Effective Networking in a Business Environment
- Study different business examples, professional experiences, and research
- Development of skills necessary for a successful job search
- Research and understand the purpose and importance of internship/work experiences