Course Information

BIOL 291 - Coop Work Exp in the Sciences

Institution:
Dyersburg State Community College
Subject:
Biology
Description:
(Prerequisites: BIOL 1110 or BIOL 2010 or CHEM 1110 or PHYS 2010 or PSCI 1110)This course is designed to provide college credit for a student acquiring supervised on-the-job experience that is closely related to a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) area of science. Students will spend 135 hours in an off-campus work setting and will apply their knowledge to real-world situations, build relationships, and experience a STEM associated work culture. Students will secure an appropriate work environment and will be under the supervision of an experienced supervisor. The on-the-job supervisor will complete an evaluation of student performance at the completion of the experience. Students must also create a student portfolio and attend a career preparation seminar prior to beginning work placement. (3 semester hours)
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(731) 286-3200
Regional Accreditation:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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