WD4. 168 Communication, Career Planning and Interview Skills for Welders
Required course for first year Welding and Fabrication Technology majors designed to assist the student in awareness and understanding of the complexities of the communication process, impact of communication on obtaining employment, insights into the causes and effects of general communication behaviors, involvement in active exploration of the basic communication theories and concepts, opportunities to develop communication strengths, and to help the student develop verbal communication knowledge and skills applicable to employment in the Welding Trades. Also, includes developing a long-term career plan, developing and improving job interview skills, writing an error-free resume, resume writing tips, pre-interview research, selection of appropriate apparel for the job interview, use of communication skills, and professional presentation. Includes mock job interviews and guest interviewers from industry.
Offered
Offered Winter only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
General Education Requirements
AAS Communication,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of group, public, and personal communication theory. Recognize and describe the relationship between nonverbal and oral communication as it relates to the workplace. Develop a personal long term career plan. Utilize resume writing skills. Conduct pre interview research. Select appropriate apparel to wear to the job interview. Utilize written and verbal communication skills. Present and conduct oneself in a professional manner during the job interview.