This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Co-operative Education
COOP 1101 cr-1
Job Search Techniques
Students will learn the philosophy and goals of co-operative
education. They will also learn to develop effective job search
techniques, including preparing effective resumes and cover letter,
and practicing interview skills, in order to secure their first co-op
placement.
COOP 1110 cr-9
Work Semester 1
Students will apply academic knowledge and acquire new abilities
through relevant employment in their field of study. They will
complete a 12 to 16-week paid co-op work experience, monitored
by the Co-op office. Students will reflect on how their behaviours
and attitudes affect their work and their relations with others in the
organization. They will also assess their interests and attitudes in
relation to their field of study.
Prerequisites: CO-OP 1101; Permission of the instructor; Special program
criteria:
ENVI: satisfactory standing & completion of first year
Students will integrate the learning they acquired during their first
co-op placement, through a written report and presentation, and
prepare for their second placement. They will inventory their skills
and knowledge, update their resumes, and practice interview
techniques. They will also develop leadership abilities through a
mentoring program of junior students, which includes conducting
interviews, analyzing resumes, and providing feedback.
Students will apply academic knowledge and acquire new abilities
through relevant employment in their field of study. They will
complete a second 12 to 16-week paid work experience, monitored
by the Co-op office. Students will explore the significance of their
behaviours and attitudes in relation to their work and examine their
own working relationships and those of the organization. They will
also define their interests and attitudes in relation to their field of
study. Credits for co-op courses may only be used to satisfy
graduation requirements of co-op diploma and degree programs.
Prerequisites: CO-OP 2101; Permission of Instructor; Following program
specific criteria:
ENVI: second year standing & first year 2.0 GPA. CISY: second year standing & first year 2.33 GPA
Students will integrate the learning they acquired during their
second work experience and prepare for their entrance into the
labour market upon graduation. They will plan their career
development, update their resumes and prepare timelines for their
job search. They will learn techniques to identify and research work
opportunities and use these techniques in conducting a job search.
Students will apply academic knowledge and acquire new abilities
through relevant employment in their field of study. They will
complete a 12 to 16-week paid co-op work term. Students will
assess their interests and attitudes in relation to their field of study.
Prerequisites: COOP 1101. Permission of the instructor, and program based
criteria:
BTech-min. GPA of 2.5 in any five program courses
BBA-min. GPA of 2.7 in any five program courses
COOP 4210 cr-9
Work Semester 4
Students will continue a co-op work term, further applying
academic knowledge and acquiring new abilities through relevant
employment in their field of study. They will complete a further 12
to 16-week paid work co-op work term. They will prepare a formal
report examining one aspect of their work – either on a technical,
organizational or interpersonal level.
