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- Effective Term:
- Spring 2021
- Course Number:
- CMET 255
- Course Title:
- Civil and Mechanical Professional Skills Development I
- Credit Hours:
- 2
- Lecture Hours:
- 10
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 20
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Covers job searching and resume building skills for civil and mechanical engineering technicians. Includes resumes, interviewing, communication skills, and professionalism in the workplace. Audit available.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course students will be able to:
- Use several tools and methods for finding industry-specific employment.
- Create a list of transferable skills that can be highlighted in an interview and on a resume.
- Create a professional, industry-ready resume and cover letter.
- Practice behavioral questions in preparation for an professional interview.
- Understand and use appropriate workplace etiquette.
Course Activities and Design
The format of the class will be a mix of lecture and practical application. Activities will include working in groups, completing a mock interview, hearing from industry partners and creating an interview-ready employment portfolio.
Outcome Assessment Strategies
Grading will be based on participation, attendance, quality and completeness of the assignments.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
Job Search
Interviewing and writing resumes and cover letters
Navigating social media for job search
Connecting with Local Industries
Professionalism and Workplace Etiquette
Emotional Intelligence