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ACRF 1110: Industry Readiness
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Automotive Collision Repair
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students document personal successes and achievements and develop a personal learning plan to become competent in those skills that may be lacking throughout the program. Students conduct research to create an updated resume for employment in the Collision Repair and Refinishing Industry. Additionally, students prepare for a professional presentation for potential employers.
Credits
4.5
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:
- Develop and maintain a simple e-portfolio to to document work progress and acquired industry competencies.
- Develop a personal learning plan based on industry competencies not yet met.
- Research and prepare to develop an employment resume.
- Develop a resume to obtain employment in the Collision Repair Industry.
- Use communication techniques appropriate to build and maintain professional relationships.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 10
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 125
Total Hours: 135
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 125
Total Hours: 135
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include reflective journalling, self-assessment, peer assessment, role-playing and individual home assignments.
Grading System
Percentages-ITA
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
30 |
E-portfolio: |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Personal Learning Plan: |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Employment Resume Part 1: |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Employment Resume Part 2: |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Job Interview Exercise: |
Course topics
- Reflective Learning with E-portfolio Journals
- Developing a Personal Learning Plan
- Resume Building: - Collecting Information - Resume Creating and Formatting
- Employment Interview Skills
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.