Course Number and Title:
COM 283 Communications Career Seminar
Prerequisites
(COM130 or COM150) and ENG102
Course Credits and Hours
2 credit(s)
2 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course prepares students with the workplace skills necessary for professional job placement. Emphasis is given to self-assessment techniques, career planning tools, and application for communications industry internship.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
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Analyze occupational information and identify professional goals.
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Execute career strategies to prepare for job interviews.
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Analyze the ethical implications of media actions.
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
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Analyze occupational information and identify professional goals.
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Identify media-related careers using online resources.
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Research companies using online occupational resources.
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Use a self-reflection process to identify possible careers/positions.
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Execute career strategies to prepare for job interviews.
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Update the design of a portfolio website.
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Design and/or prepare various career artifacts including a resume and cover letter/email.
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Use self-reflection and critical thinking skills to answer interview questions.
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Apply industry-related verbal and written communications skills.
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Interact with media professionals while applying interpersonal and professional skills during mock interviews.
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Analyze the ethical implications of media actions.
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Analyze the Codes of Ethics for various mediums.
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Evaluate ethical issues using models of ethical decision-making.
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Self-assess personal ethics and modify, if needed, to further develop professional behaviors.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
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A |
| 80-89 |
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B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
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Evaluation Measure
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Percentage of final grade
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Formative/Summative: Career Research and Presentation
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33.3%
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Formative/Summative: Career Strategies for Job Interviewing
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33.3%
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Summative: Ethics Reflection
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33.3%
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TOTAL
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100%
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Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Analyze the impact of media on society.
- Produce print, radio, video and web media products that meet professional standards.
- Apply principle of design to media products.
- Demonstrate effective professional communication skills.
- Apply professional, ethical, and legal standards of behavior.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.