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APPENDIX SII.B.10 EXAMPLE COLLEGE COURSE OUTLINE
Syllabus Overview of a College Reengagement Program Cohort Introductory Class
This syllabus, provided by Shoreline Community College (SCC), is the outline of a 100 level, 10 credit course
required for all incoming reengagement students at SCC’s Career Education Options Program. Students are
enrolled in the class as part of a cohort. Upon passing this class, students are able to enroll in coursework needed
for a certificate or degree. This course has a corresponding Master Course Outline which was approved by SCC’s
Curriculum Committee.
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CEO 101 – Preparation for Work & Career
Syllabus - Fall Quarter 2009
Class Time & Location
*** Monday – Friday, 9:30 am - 11:20 pm, Room #1301 (1300 Bldg) ***
Instructor:
Office Hours:
Office Location:
Voice Mail:
Email:
Required
First Day of Class:
Last Day of Class:
Final Exam:
Holidays:
Course Description
This course has three areas of focus: Success in College; Success at Work; and Success in Life. Its purpose is to help
you develop skills that will enable you to cope with the challenges that you will face in a vocational training
program and in the workplace. Specific topics include: looking at perceptions and assumptions; examining goals
and setting them; defining priorities; strategies for time management; interpersonal relations; assessing your
strengths and weaknesses; skills for getting and keeping a job; and an overview of what is required to be a
successful student at Shoreline Community College.
Attendance Policy
Every instructor has one. It is a myth that once you get to college you don’t have to go to class. Sure, you don’t
need a hall or bathroom pass, but you are expected to attend class regularly. In the CEO program we are very
strict about this. Part of the purpose of this class is to instill the discipline and follow-through required for success
in college and in the workplace – that means being in class! Also, if you are not in class you are missing out on
class work and assignments that will affect your final grade.
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You will receive 10 points per day for attendance. If you are more than 5 minutes late for any segment of the class
attendance points will be deducted, prorated for the amount of time you are absent.
There are no excused absences; points will be deducted regardless of your reason. However, a documented
medical emergency or a court appearance is understandable, and you may be able to make up missed work. If
your absence or lateness becomes a habit, a meeting will be scheduled with your case manager to determine the
best course of action. Our flexibility is directly related to how responsible and communicative you are with us. Call
ahead if you are going to be late. If you are sick, call the office, and then make sure to find out what you missed.
Get class notes and assignments from other students in the class and get any handouts from me.
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Instructor / Case Manager Meetings
As a student enrolled in CEO 101 you are expected to meet with me and (additionally) with your case manager. I
expect every student to schedule a “get acquainted” meeting with me, to be held in my office sometime during the
first two weeks of class. You should also schedule a “get acquainted” meeting with your case manager. Please
note that these are GRADED ASSIGNMENTS! Note also that it is your responsibility to schedule these meetings.
Grading
Attendance (10 points per day)
2 Tests (4th & 8th weeks @ 25 points each)
Chapter Quizzes (8 @ 10 points each)
2 Short Essays (50 points each)
Success Journal (approx. 25 entries @ 5 points each)
Class Notes (collected 4x in 2nd, 4th, 6th and 8th weeks @ 20 points each)
Class assignments (@ 5 points each, approx. 1 each week)
Job Dossier (application, resume, cover letter, mock interview)
Final Exam
500
50
80
100
125
80
50
100
50
TOTAL
1135
What to Bring to Class
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A healthy mind and body. This means being rested and nourished. Exhausted people with low blood
sugar don’t do anything very well, as their IQs drop noticeably. Many college students learn this the hard
way.
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A good attitude. Even if you have hated school in the past, or think yourself incapable of succeeding.
Give it a chance. Believing in the possibility that something might be rewarding can take you a long way
toward success. You will not love, or even like, everything about this class, but I trust you will be able to
get something out of it.
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Pencils/pens, paper, binder with class work, textbook. Never leave school materials at home. And never
throw out any handouts or completed assignments. You may need them later.
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What Not to Bring to Class
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Weapons of any kind. There should be no need to protect yourself from anyone in this classroom. It is my
hope that we can foster a community in this class; trust is essential. Also, possession of weapons is strictly
against the regulations of Shoreline Community College.
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Illegal drugs /altered state of consciousness. Being stoned in class is like taking speed to go to sleep: it
doesn’t work. Give yourself a chance to succeed by being clear-headed.
Assignments
All assignments are to be handed in at the beginning of the class period on the due date. 5 points per day will be
deducted from late assignments up to 20 points. Some assignments will not be accepted late (eg. chapter quizzes,
certain daily assignments). Individual negotiations about late assignments and grading should be conducted with
me during my office hours or after class – not during class time! Please note that all assignments are expected to
be completed, but will not receive grade points after the end of their two-week section (see Course Outline).
Respect
In order for this class to succeed, the classroom needs to be a place in which everyone feels safe to express their
ideas and to make mistakes without fear of ridicule. Students in this class come from a variety of backgrounds,
culturally and educationally. Some of you are more comfortable in a group than others. Some may be terrified of
speaking in class. Be aware of these differences, and remember that we share a common goal. Please, treat
yourself and everyone with respect.
Plagiarism
Anyone who uses the work of another person and presents it as his or her own is committing plagiarism. At the
least this would result in a failing grade on the assignment. However, if it is determined to be intentional, the
student could be given a failing grade for the course. Be sure to credit your sources. If you have any questions
about how to credit sources, or if you are having a hard time with an assignment, see me before you make such a
mistake.
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Course Outline
The course spans a ten-week quarter and is arranged in five two-week sections. Weekly assignments will consist of
chapter readings and notes, chapter quizzes (1-2 each week) and journal entries (several per week). PLEASE NOTE
THAT A CHAPTER FROM THE TEXT “ON COURSE” IS DUE EACH WEEK. PLEASE READ THE ASSIGNED CHAPTER THE
WEEKEND BEFORE IT’S DUE – WHETHER I ANNOUNCE THE ASSIGNMENT IN CLASS OR NOT – THIS IS YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY! Come to class on Monday with your chapter notes completed, ready to discuss the material. All
assignments are due during their particular two-week section. As mentioned earlier: all assignments must be
completed, but no assignment will be given a grade after the end of its two-week section.
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Section One:
10% of the quarter grade
 Week One (Wed Sep 23 – Fri Oct 2)
On Course Ch. 1: Getting On Course to Your Success
Effective Reading / quizzes
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Week Two (Mon Oct 5 – Fri Oct 9)
On Course Ch. 2: Accepting Personal Responsibility
Effective Studying / quizzes
Section Two:
20% of the quarter grade
 Week Three (Mon Oct 12 – Fri Oct 16)
On Course Ch. 3: Discovering Self-Motivation
Effective Writing / Effective Test Taking / quizzes
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Week Four (Mon Oct 19 – Fri Oct 23)
On Course Ch. 4: Mastering Self-Management
Test#1 / Essay#1-Strengths & Success / Money Management / quizzes
Section Three:
20% of the quarter grade
 Week Five (Mon Oct 26 – Fri Oct 30)
On Course Ch. 5: Employing Interdependence
Race & Discrimination / Career Assessment / MBTI / quizzes
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Week Six (Mon Nov 2 – Fri Nov 6)
On Course Ch. 6: Gaining Self-Awareness
Library & web research / Job Dossiers / quizzes
Section Four:
25% of the quarter grade
 Week Seven (Mon Nov 9 – Fri Nov 13)
On Course Ch. 7: Adopting Lifelong Learning
Health / Job Dossiers / quizzes
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Week Eight (Mon Nov 16 – Fri Nov 20)
On Course Ch. 8: Developing Emotional Intelligence
Essay#2-Career Essay / Test #2 (?) / Job Dossiers / quizzes
Section Five:
25% of the quarter grade
 Week Nine (Mon Nov 23 – Fri Nov 27)
On Course Ch. 9: Staying On Course to Your Success
Job Dossiers / quizzes
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Week Ten (Mon Nov 30 & Fri Dec 4 [Last day of class])
Mock Interviews / Team Presentations / Catch-up and review
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