IT C283: Work Experience Education
Item | Value |
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Curriculum Committee Approval Date | 12/08/2023 |
Top Code | 070800 - Computer Infrastructure and Support |
Units | 3 Total Units |
Hours | 152-170 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 8; Other Hours 144-162) |
Total Outside of Class Hours | 0 |
Course Credit Status | Credit: Degree Applicable (D) |
Material Fee | No |
Basic Skills | Not Basic Skills (N) |
Repeatable | No |
Grading Policy | Standard Letter (S),
|
Course Description
Formerly: CST C283. To enhance each Work Experience Education participant's opportunity for success in the field of Information Technology by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal in Information Technology. Note: 48 to 54 hours of paid or non-paid work in a field related to Information Technology for each one-semester credit aligns with Title 5 Sections 55002.5, and 55040 revised August 26, 2023. Transfer Credit: CSU.
Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)
- Obtain and act upon feedback from supervisor(s) in related field of Information Technology based on work performance, training evaluation, and practical experience.
- Apply and build on theoretical and practical education in the performance of work tasks in chosen field.
- Based on self-evaluation and supervisor feedback, develop appropriate professional development and career advancement goals.
Course Objectives
- 1. Evaluate knowledge of skills acquired through work-based learning activities.
Lecture Content
Student Orientation Faculty / Student Contact: Telephone/Screening Faculty / Student Meeting Application Interview Draft Performance Objectives On-Site Visit with Employer/Supervisor Employer Orientation Benefits to Students Benefits to Employer Review of Performance Objectives Employer Input Student Input Faculty Input Review of Performance Objectives Evaluation Criteria and Evaluation Procedure Identification of Specific Criteria and Documentation for Successful Completion of Performance Objectives Explanation and Review for End of the Semester Evaluation Procedure Student Follow-Up and Retention Telephone Follow-up with Student Mail Follow-up with Student End of the Semester Evaluation Letter to the Student Letter and Performance Objectives to the Employer Performance Objectives Returned by Employer Faculty Review Student Performance Objectives and Supporting Documentation, Assign Grade, and Verify Units of Credit
Method(s) of Instruction
- Lecture (02)
- DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
- DE Online Lecture (02X)
- Work Experience (20)
Out-of-class Assignments
Acquire skills through work-based learning experience with an employer in the students chosen field.
Demonstration of Critical Thinking
Demonstrate critical thinking through work-based learning experiences.
Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration
Demonstrate problem-solving skills through work-based learning experiences.
Eligible Disciplines
Computer service technology: Any bachelors degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
Other Resources
1. Coastline Library 2. Work Based Learning Student Handbook Current Edition. Any manuals, reference materials, or job-site documents related to the successful completions of students job-oriented learning.