vcc.ca
VESD 1220: Virtual Environment and Simulation Design Career Development 1
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Virtual Envi & Simulation Desg
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This introductory career development course guides students in applying program skills through pursuing work experience in the virtual environment and simulation design field. Students will develop essential job search techniques to identify appropriate work opportunities while establishing personalized learning objectives for professional growth. Through structured reflection and hands-on experience, students will develop fundamental communication, collaboration, project management, and team cooperation skills necessary for success in the digital media industry.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply job search techniques to identify appropriate work opportunities.
- Develop learning objectives related to various job experiences.
- Reflect on work-related experiences and learning objectives.
- Develop effective communication, collaboration, project management, team cooperation, and research-related skills.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 14
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 60
Total Hours: 74
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 60
Total Hours: 74
Instructional Strategies
This course will be delivered online and will include a combination of discussions, assignments, reflections, and live synchronous sessions.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S (61%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
25 |
Active engagement in online discussions, peer feedback sessions, and career development workshops |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Job search portfolio (resume, cover letter, online professional profile), and job application packages |
|
Project |
25 |
Career pathway mapping project with industry analysis and personal skill alignment |
|
Reflect |
20 |
Structured reflection journals, learning objectives documentation, and self-assessment of professional growth |
Course topics
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Job search
- Work experience
- Interview skills
- Networking
- Communication
- Time management
- Teamwork
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.