Career exploration course

IofT 1312: Exploring Careers in Science and Engineering

Instructor: Katy Hinz

Description: This course gives you the tools you need to make informed decisions about your future career. The two-credit course is offered fall and spring semesters with grading options A-F and S/N. Course enrollment is limited to 30 participants. In this class, you will gain self-knowledge through an assortment of in-class and out-of-class exercises. You will use tools to access your interests, personality, and values. You will also research careers and majors using sources as the CCSE Major Binders, Occupational Outlook Handbook, salary surveys, and others. You will gain valuable information directly from professionals in your area of interest. You will also create a resume and cover letter, attend a career fair, learn techniques for successful interviewing, and identify opportunities for experiential education (internships, co-ops, and research opportunities). This course is designed primarily for freshman and sophomores, though all students are welcome to register.

Class Time: 50% lecture, 50% discussion

Work Load: 1-5 pages of reading per week, 15-18 pages of writing per semester.

Sample course syllabus (pdf)

For more information visit 50 Lind Hall, call 612-624-4090, e-mail ccse@umn.edu.