COP 2010 - Cooperative Practicum I

2 sem hrs cr

This course involves study-related, off-campus work experience with employers in real employment situations. Course requirements include a minimum of twenty hours per week of work on the job as well as completion of a written report detailing the educational/employment experience.  The course is graded on a pass/fail basis.  Prerequisite: 12 or more semester hours earned, a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA, and permission of the Education Department Lead or the appropriate center/site director

Enrollment requires instructor approval.

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UN

By the end of the course, students will be able to…

• accurately describe and reflect on work experience completed during the semester.
• analyze how the experience will impact their future career choices.

Learning Opportunities

• Give a brief explanation of the job duties and how they relate to the program of study
• Details of things that you like and dislike about this job
• What was learned during this experience
• Be able to give advice to someone considering pursuing a career in this field
• Explain the types of personal qualities (patience, intellectual ability, common sense, good nature, etc.) needed to be successful in this career                     
• Research future career goals to determine what changes/advances have occurred recently or could be made in the future