CWE 101 – Portfolio, Job Search, Interviewing (2 credits)
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. – 3:20 p.m., IB 3406
Instructor: Carla Thompson
Email: carla.thompson@seattlecolleges.edu
Office Hours: Thursdays 9:30 – 11:00 am or by appointment IB2320A
Syllabus - Spring Quarter 2014
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
CWE 101 is designed to be an active/experiential learning community using group discussions
and shared information. Students will learn to effectively research career options using a variety
of job search strategies, write targeted resumes and cover letters, practice successful
interviewing techniques and develop a comprehensive portfolio. Finally, students will learn how
to effectively utilize the tools developed in this course as they progress to the next phase of their
career development.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES
Upon successfully completing this course, students will:
COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
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Identify or deepen understanding of their chosen industry/occupation
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Articulate personal strengths and transferrable skills relevant to chosen career
Develop effective cover letters, resumes, portfolios and practice interviewing skills.
Increase understanding of how to leverage the tools developed in this course when
applying for internships, employment opportunities or when transferring to other
educational institutions
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Regular attendance and active participation both in class and in online discussions
Online discussions require one original post and 2 detailed responses.
Thorough and timely completion of course readings and assignments.
Access to Canvas system at http://canvas.northseattle.edu.
User name = Student ID and Password is first six letters of last name
 All course files and assignments are housed in Canvas. Student work must be submitted
through Canvas before 12 noon on the due date.
 No text book is required for this course
ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations are available for students with documented disabilities. Students
should contact Disability Services (located in Student Success Services in the College Center
building) to discuss their accommodation needs as soon as possible.
COURSE OUTLINE
Preparation for internship, employment or educational transfer
 Research and refine specific career objectives relevant to program of study
 Identify potential opportunities
 Develop targeted cover letters, resumes & portfolios
 Participate in mock interviews
 Conduct informational interview with professional in field of interest*
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Course Syllabus - Winter 2014
COURSE OUTLINE
CONTINUED
Develop a job search strategy for chosen industry
 Research & target specific organization, program of study or institution of higher learning
 Understand the hidden market, identify & utilize resources
 Begin developing personal and professional networks
 Share research methods and strategies with group
Begin search for internship, employment or start transfer process
 Utilize tools developed in course
 Explore Interfase and resources in the OCE&E
ESSENTIAL
LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
Intellectual and Practical Skills:
 Information Literacy
Personal and Social Responsibility:
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GRADING &
EVALUATION
Ethical awareness and Personal Integrity
All students will be evaluated on:
 In class and discussion board participation
 Preparedness and Effort
 Timely and thorough completion of assignments and projects
Note: The instructional week for this course begins on Wednesdays. Work will be assigned on
Wednesday and will be due the following Monday before noon unless otherwise indicated by
Instructor. Assignments will be marked down 10% for each day late. Assignments will not be
accepted 4 days after the date due.
Grades will be calculated as follows:
 Homework (credit/no credit)
 Participation (In-class & discussion board)
 Cover letter, Resume, Interviews
 Portfolio
GRADING
SCHEDULE
LETTER NUMERIC LETTER NUMERIC
GRADE GRADE GRADE GRADE
A
A–
B+
B
B–
C+
FRAGRANCES FOOD
&
BEVERAGES
20%
20%
30%
30%
4.0 - 3.9
3.8 - 3.5
3.4 - 3.2
3.1 - 2.9
2.8 - 2.5
2.4 - 2.2
C
C–
D+
D
F
2.1 - 1.9
1.8 - 1.5
1.4 - 1.2
1.1 - 1.0
0.0
NSCC advocates a pollutant-free environment. It also encourages a fragrance-free environment
on it campus and in its programs. College rules forbid either food and/or beverages in the
computer classrooms or labs.
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DIVERSITY/BEHAVIOR Acceptance of diversity is a core value at NSCC. Recognizing individual differences and
EXPECTATIONS
respectful interaction among peers in the learning environment is expected.
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Students are expected to comply with the student conduct policy. Information on
student responsibilities and rights is available at the following websites:
http://www.seattlecolleges.edu/DISTRICT/currentstudents/studentrulescs.aspx.
 http://northseattle.edu/policies/student-conduct-policy?search_standing=1
 Information on student complaint policies and procedures can be found at
https://www.seattlecolleges.edu/DISTRICT/currentstudents/studentrulescs.aspx
Each student is requested to silence his or her cell phone or pager. If an important call must be
taken, step outside the classroom. Text messaging is not an appropriate use of class time.
CELL PHONES/
INTERNET USAGE
Using the internet for accessing non course related information is discouraged.
INSTRUCTOR
ANNOUNCEMENTS &
UPDATES
Look for any announcements or updates on Canvass: canvas.northseattle.edu
*User name = Student ID number, Password = first five letters of last name
Students should check Canvass twice each week.
STUDENT CONCERNS
If you have any concerns about class assignments, grading practices, or any other matter
relating to the class, please make an appointment to see the instructor to discuss this in person.
Course Schedule*:
CWE 101
4/09 Week 1
4/16 Week 2
4/23 Week 3
4/30 Week 4
5/05 Week 5
5/14 Week 6
5/21 Week 7
5/28 Week 8
6/04 Week 9
6/11 Week 10
6 18 Week 11
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Overview of Class Topics/Assignments / Due Dates
Student Profiles/Career Assessment – due Monday before noon
Employer Research/Key Words Assignment due Monday before noon
Skill Articulation/Transferrable Skills Assignment – due Monday before noon
60 Second Introduction/Master Application Assignment due Monday before noon
Cover Letters/Draft – due Monday before noon/Final due TBD
Resumes/First Draft Master due Monday before noon/Final TBD
Resumes/Targeted Resume /due TBD
Compiling Portfolios/Speaker
Interviewing/Mock Interviews
Using Available Tools/Interfase
Final Project Due/60 Second Intro
Schedule subject to change based on instructional needs.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Apr 7 Spring Quarter Begins
Apr 11 Last day to withdraw with 100% refund
Apr 18 Last day to change audit/credit status without instructor permission
Apr 25 Last day to withdraw with 50% refund
May 30 Last day to change audit/credit status – instructor permission required
May 26 Holiday – Campus Closed
Jun 20 Spring Quarter Ends
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