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CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE
CRJ-283 Co-Op Work Experience [Security]
This course provides the student with practical, supervised experience in various areas of
business and institutional security work. Through on-the-job experience, students acquire
some of the practical expertise and knowledge needed to pursue a career in this field.
Students are supervised by a faculty member, and job placement assistance is available
through the Cooperative Education Office. 1 lecture, 3 credits plus 180 minimum hours
work experience distributed over the semester. Lecture [1.00], Cooperative [12.00].
Credits 3
Prerequisites CRJ-125
CONTENT
Cooperative Education is an academic course that integrates classroom learning with
practical work experience directly related to a student’s program and career goals.
Students will spend a semester completing Cooperative Education hours in a position
directly related to their field of study. The course is designed to cover topics that will
support students in their career development and promote student success in the
workplace.
Cooperative Education provides students with an experience in a work environment.
The workplace is the primary learning laboratory where students apply classroom
theory under professional guidance. Faculty members may conduct on-site
evaluations.
The course is designed so that reflection, new learning, and critical thinking will
supplement the co-op field experience. At the completion of the course, students will
develop new skills and knowledge. Students will complete handouts, weekly readings,
assignments/ discussions and have the opportunity to raise questions and share ideas
which will enhance the learning experience.
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES
As a result of meeting the learning objectives of this course you will be able to:
• Integrate classroom theory with workplace experience
• Develop a professional resume that will be used in a job search
• Identify a position that the student would like to attain after graduation
• Demonstrate an understanding of career choice by interviewing a professional in
the student’s career field and presenting findings to the class
• Complete three job related learning objectives established by student, supervisor
and faculty coordinator.
MEANS OF ASSESSMENT
A formal competency-based evaluation of your performance by your on-site
supervisor and a record of your co-op hours are required. The additional means
of assessment types utilized in this course are writing assignments, (including a
job description, resume, cover letter, and journals) class discussions, report on
completion of individual learning objectives, and quizzes.
STUDY MATERIALS
Required departmental forms and instructor handouts
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Cooperative Experience
All students must have an approved Cooperative Education site for the semester and
must complete the required number of hours for their individual course. Students are
responsible for verifying the required Cooperative Education hours needed for the
course with the course professor.
Learning Objectives
All students will formulate and complete three (3) measurable learning objectives which
are approved by the instructor and the student's on site supervisor. The objectives will
serve as a learning contract for the course.
Resume
Students will complete a chronological resume which includes the student’s current co -
op position.
Professional Interview
All students will conduct a remote interview with a professional in their field of
study.
Forms
In addition to successfully completing all weekly assignments, discussions and quizzes
on the class Moodle page, the following forms must be submitted to obtain credit for the
course:
Information Cards, Learning Objectives, Time Log and Employer Evaluation.
All forms listed above must be submitted prior to receiving final grade for the course
and signed by your Cooperative Education on-site supervisor. Time Logs must reflect all
hours required for the co-op class as stated in the Bergen Community College Catalog.
The course Professor will contact your site supervisor throughout the semester by
phone. An on - site visit may be conducted by the course Professor.
Students must successfully complete all weekly assignments, discussions and quizzes
in the on-line Moodle classroom and complete all required hours for their co-op class as
stated in the Bergen Community College Catalog or academic department.
STUDENT EVALUATION:
Your grade will be based on the following criteria below:
Weekly Written Assignments- 15%
Weekly Discussions- 20%
Quizzes - 15%
Employer Evaluation -20%
Time Log - 25%
Professor/On-Site Supervisor meeting - 5%
GRADES: 100% - 90% = A
89% - 85% = B+
84% - 80% = B
79% - 75% = C+
74% - 70% = C
69% 60% = D
Below 60% = F
Weekly Schedule
Our schedule is listed below. All assignments are due by the dates listed below and students
are required to participate in weekly discussions.
Topic 1 Getting Started with the On-Line Course
Topic 2 Course Review
Topic 3 Goal Setting/Learning Objectives
Topic 4 Legal Issues in the Workplace
Topic 5 Work Environment
Topic 6 Values in the Workplace
Topic 7 Job Search Skills
Topic 8 Resume Writing
Topic 9 Employment Letter Writing
Topic 10 Networking Skills
Topic 11 Informational Interview
Topic 12 Interviewing Skills
Topic 13 Business Etiquette
Topic 14 Semester Review
Topic 15 Evaluations and Time Log Due
Schedule and Syllabus Subject to Change