CCDS1000 College Success Seminar
This course provides students the skills and knowledge to successfully transition to a college level technical education program. The course covers the history and mission of technical education, strategies for navigating the college experience, career and academic planning, time management, diversity and multiculturalism, and skills for life long learning. Topics are explored through lecture, guest speakers, and group activities.
Prerequisite
None
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Acquire skills to adapt to the college environment
Develop a career-life plan
Implement a life long learning plan
Summarize the background of career/technical education
Explore diversity in educational and work environments
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities. If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process.
Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2477
Eden Prairie Campus – 952-995-1544
Campus
Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details