10/31/2024 7:23:33 AM	ADED 766.2 Course Outline as of Summer 2025	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  ADED 766.2	Title:  WORKFORCE PREP 2
Full Title:  Workforce Preparation 2: Lifelong Learning/Professionalism
Last Reviewed:2/7/2022

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	0	Lecture Scheduled	0		6 max.	Lecture Scheduled	0
Minimum	0	Lab Scheduled	2.00		2 min.	Lab Scheduled	12.00
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	2.00			Contact Total	12.00
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  0.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 12.00

Title 5 Category:  Non-Credit
Grading:  Non-Credit Course
Repeatability:  27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  ADLTED 766.2

Catalog Description:

In this second course of a three-part series in workforce preparation, students will develop lifelong learning skills, problem solving skills, and professionalism for success in the workplace.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Course Completion of ADED 766.1 ( or ADLTED 766.1)

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

In this second course of a three-part series in workforce preparation, students will develop lifelong learning skills, problem solving skills, and professionalism for success in the workplace.

(Non-Credit Course)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Course Completion of ADED 766.1 ( or ADLTED 766.1)
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.  Define lifelong learning and apply new learning strategies in the workplace.

2.  Identify and explain a variety of problem-solving techniques and their application in the workplace.

3.  Describe and demonstrate professional behavior in the workplace, and other work-related environments.

 

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Identify and seek opportunities to update technical and soft skills necessary in a competitive work environment.

2. Apply current knowledge and skills in the workplace.

3. Apply problem-solving techniques in a variety of workplace situations.

4. Use critical thinking skills in the problem-solving process.

5. Use creativity and spontaneity in the problem-solving process.

6. Demonstrate self-control and a positive attitude in the workplace.

7. Identify and maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance in the workplace.

Topics and Scope

I. Learning in the Work Environment

    A. Defining minimum skill requirements

    B. Recognizing opportunities to gain new skills

    C. Applying new knowledge and skills in the workplace

    D. Improving job performance

II. Learning Strategies

    A. The learning process

    B. Acquiring and using new information

    C. Focusing on and practicing one new skill at a time

    D. Preparing for new learning experiences

    E. Being willing to ask for help when needed

III. Problem-Solving Strategies

    A. The decision-making process

    B. Recognizing new approaches to problem-solving

    C. Generating creative solutions to issues in the workplace

    D. Addressing ambiguity in the decision-making process

IV. Dealing with Change

    A. Understanding the role of flexibility in a positive work environment

    B. Identifying new opportunities in the midst of change in the workplace

    C. Generating creative solutions to overcome anxiety about change

    D. Monitoring and correcting performance

V. Professionalism in the Workplace

    A. Interacting with co-workers and customers

    B. Understanding self-management in the work environment

    C. Demonstrating self-control at work

    D. Maintaining a professional appearance

VI. Positive Attitude

    A. Understanding the effects of attitude in the workplace

    B. Maintaining a positive attitude

    C. Balancing work and life commitments

Assignments:

1. Group activities and role-playing (6-8)

2. Strengths Assessment (1-2)

3. Workplace scenario analysis (4-6)

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 0%
None
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 55 - 100%
Role-playing, workplace analysis
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 45%
Strengths assessement, participation and attendance

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Instructor and department prepared materials

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