ENGR 4910
Transcript Abbreviation:
Tools for Success
Course Description:
Designed to prepare students for an effective internship/co-op and job search. Covers a range of topics including: self-assessment, goal setting, time management, communication and correspondence, resumes, and interviewing. Course will also feature experienced guest speakers from industry. Must be registered with Engineering Career Services.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course
(N/A)
Cross-Listings
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
1.00
Max Credit Hours:
1.00
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
7 weeks (autumn or spring)
4 weeks (summer only)
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: Enrollment in the College of Engineering.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
To assist students in obtaining marketing/branding strategies during job search
To develop awareness of how individual strengths, skills, interests, and traits relate to career options
To create a resume and other career correspondence
To introduce students to experienced industry professionals
To familiarize students with salary negotiation and job offer process
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC | LAB | LAB Inst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview of course and Engineering Career Services StrengthsQuest, activities focused on top 5 strengths, “My Strengths and How I Use Them” handout | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Resumes References Cover Letters Follow-up correspondence | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Case Interviewing (presented by an employer) Technical Interviewing (presented by an employer) | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Behavioral Interviewing Effective public speaking (impromptu speeches) | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Networking/Career Fairs LinkedIn overview | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Start Smart Salary Negotiation presentation Negotiation skits Evaluating job offers | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Practice elevator pitches with classmates Industry Panel/ Q&A Network with employers | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Attendance | 16% |
| 14 Individual assignments | 84% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Strengths Quest: Discover and Develop Your Strengths in Academics, Career, and Beyond. | Donald O. Clifton Edward Chip Anderson Laurie A. Schreiner |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes
(N/A)
Embedded Literacies Info
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Attachments
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Additional Notes or Comments
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