Discipline: Marketing Degree Credit  [X]
Non Credit  [ ]
Nondegree Credit  [ ]
Comm Service  [ ]
 

Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Marketing 200


COURSE DESCRIPTION
200 Marketing Work Experience Units: 1.00 - 4.00
 
Prerequisite(s): None.

Advisory: Students should have paid or voluntary employment.
This course is designed to coordinate the student’s occupational on-the-job training with related classroom instruction. Students enrolled in this occupational work experience course must be employed in a field related to the work experience subject area. Students may earn up to four (4) units each semester for a maximum of 16 units of work experience. No more than 20 hours per week may be applied toward the work requirement. 18 hours lecture. Additionally, 60 hours of volunteer work or 75 hours of paid work is required for each unit.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Course is designed to coordinate the student’s occupational on-the-job training with related classroom instruction.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
  1. Identify equipment, materials, processes, practices and supplies that are characteristic of a particular occupational workplace.
  2. Relate theory and classroom knowledge to on-the-job situations.
  3. Demonstrate desirable attitudes and work habits consistent with occupational endeavors.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Introduction, purpose and administration of the Work Experience program
  2. Introduction to the world of work
  3. Self-assessment techniques
  4. Self development
  5. Job seeking skills
  6. Interviews
  7. Student’s problems on the job
  8. Employment considerations
  9. Career education expectations
  10. Human relations
  11. Advancement
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Class lectures/discussions to assist students in achieving the learning outcomes by reviewing relevant course content.
  • Assigned writing assignments to expose the student to situations/problems which reinforce lecture presentation material.
  • Problem solving tasks and activities to assist the student in achieving learning outcomes.
  • Videos, films, and slides and provide handouts to give the student a better feeling of exposure to activities in industry and related fields.
  • Pair and small group activities, discussions, and exercises to promote discovery and enhance problem solving skills.
  • Guest lecturers to bring current industry experience directly into the classroom and help students attain objectives through direct interface with active professionals.
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Individual and group assignments designed to demonstrate successful understanding and application of basic concepts and definitions related to the occupation chosen.
  • Questions on topics and content designed to evaluate students’ understanding of the course content.
  • Quizzes/examinations designed to assess students’ ability to recall, critically analyze and apply key concepts and course content.
  • Participation as required by instructor to ensure progress in mastering the course content and participation in collaborative learning projects.
  • Final examination designed to assess students’ mastery of the essential concepts explored in the course.
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Cooperative Work Experience Education Student Handbook.
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