CS 296 - CS Career Seminar

Credits: 2
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 22
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Includes review and reflection on the variety of computer science careers and their associated skills and professional responsibilities, mapping these to program requirements and ethical implications. Create or refine a professional persona including resume and online portfolio, identify local professional networks and networking events, and investigate community-based learning, internship and mentorships.

Prerequisite: CS 123 with grade C or higher or concurrent enrollment.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Assess various careers in computer science and refine opportunities based on personal interest.
Develop a professional presence including online profile, resume, and portfolio.
Participate in professional networking opportunities while employing professional communication skills.
Find and evaluate internship opportunities.

Course Contents

1. Various careers in computer science and distinguishing characteristics of each.
Explore opportunities in niche of interest.
Professional profile and professional networking opportunities.
Professional resume.
Internship opportunities.
Role of a mentor and how to get the most from a mentoring relationship.
Ways to be of service in the community through computer science.
Field trips to technology workplaces.

Instructional Units: 2