Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Program at Oakton Community College

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Spring 2006 | Fall 2006 | Spring 2007 | Fall 2007

RFD 251 Generic Course Syllabus

I.
Course
Course
Course
 
 
 
 
Prefix
Number
Name
Credit
Lecture
Lab
RFD 251 RFID Practicum
3
2
10

II.
Prerequisites
Completion of RFD 103 and a minimum of 12 additional credits in RFD courses, or courses within RFD certificates or degree programs.

III.
Course (Catalog) Description
Direct work experience in an auto-id related environment applying previously learned skills and knowledge to daily work activities. Students will work a minimum of 10 hours per week and will work closely with a discipline-related instructor. In addition, the student will meet in a classroom setting weekly to integrate his/her work experience with classroom activities.

IV.
Learning Objectives
1. Develop career goals and strategies.
2. Develop appropriate work habits.
3. Demonstrate technical skills.
4. Develop skills in seeking employment in an auto-id related field.
5. Strengthen interpersonal communication skills.
6. Develop problem solving skills.
7. Develop career strategies for professional growth.

V.
Academic Integrity
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:
  • cheating
  • plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation)
  • falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth)
  • helping others to cheat
  • unauthorized changes on official documents
  • pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you
  • making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
  • any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.

VI.
 
Outline of Topics
 
A.
Introduction to the Internship Experience
   
1. Course objectives
2. Requirements for successful completion
3. Orientation to the work place
 
B.
Individual Work Plan
   
1. Educational objectives
2. Assessment of skills
3. Career goals
 
a.   Short term
b. Long term
 
C.
The Work Place Environment
   
1. Organizational charts
2. Supervisor
3. Responsibilities and goals
4. Evaluations
5. Job descriptions
6. Procedure manuals
7. Office resources
 
D.
Professional Organizations
   
1. Affiliation
2. Membership
 
E.
Communication Skills
   
1. Working with individuals below and above your level in the organization
2. Developing team goals
3. Conflict resolution
4. Decision making
5. Problem solving
6. Interpersonal communication skills
 
a.  Formal and informal oral communication
b.  Written communication
c.  Listening skills
 
F.
Occupational Skills
   
1. Attitude and adjustments
2. Developing good work habits
3. Skills specific to your job
4. Time management
5. Stress management
6. Management preparation
 
G.
Work Place Issues
   
1. Burnout
2. Sexual harassment
3. Professional growth training
4. Promotions
5. Ergonomic and safety issues
6. Ethics
7. Appropriate use of employers' resources
 
a. Telephone
b. Internet
c. Copying software
d. Copyrights
8. American Disabilities Act
 
H. 
Job Search Process
   
1. Identifying career objectives
2. Preparing an effective resume and cover letter
3. Sources of employment opportunities
4. How to interview effectively
5. Networking
6. Negotiating a salary
7. Employee benefits
 
I.
Assessment of Work Experience
   
1. Skill assessment
2. Self evaluation
3. New skills acquired

VII.
Methods of Instruction

Students will meet once a week in an instructional setting to evaluate and develop the work experience and its relationship to the educational goals.

VIII.
Course Practices Required
1. Work a minimum of 10 hours per week in a computer-related environment.
2. On-the-job and in-class performance strengthening reading, writing, listening, researching, and technical skills and participating in team building activities.
3. Share job experiences in classroom setting.

IX.
Methods of Evaluation
Attend class weekly and participate in classroom activities; complete reading assignments and prepare for presentations; evaluations completed by employer, instructor, and student.

X.
Instructional Materials
Appropriate textbook and/or handouts.

XI.
Other Sources of Information
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in the Learning Center. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.

Effective beginning term: Spring 2007
Ending term:
Syllabus prepared by: Robert Sompolski
Date: 8/06
Reviewed by Dept/Program Chair: D. Geller/M.Ghadiri
Date:8/06
Approved by Dean: R. Sompolski
Date: 8/06
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