Catalog 2020-2021 
    
    May 16, 2024  
Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ENGT 202 Specialized Technical Employment Preparation

2 credits
An advanced course in specialized employment preparation for the mechanical design technology industry. Course covers job search techniques including resume writing, cover letters, job applications, interviewing techniques, and portfolio preparation. Use of joblines and developing networks is included.

Prerequisites: ENGT 255  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Design and produce a high quality professional portfolio
  • Prepare a field-focused self inventory of existing job skills
  • Design and produce company- and position-specific resumes
  • Compile and present a strong list of professional and personal references
  • Utilize a contact list of industry specific companies with potential job openings
  • Prepare business quality cover letters
  • Practice effective interview techniques
  • Produce and maintain a job search log
  • Utilize corporate online job postings

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • identify the elements and principles of mechanical design
  • produce a professional resume, cover letter, and industry ready portfolio

Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of intercultural appreciation.

Total Hours: 20 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20