GEO 140 - Cooperative Education

5 Credits

Cooperative education provides an opportunity for the student to combine classroom theory with practical work experience. Experience gained in the workplace is related to the student’s field of study or career goals.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Course Note Previously GEOL 140.
FeesScience Lab Support Fee Student Internship Insurance Fee

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day, Evening
Winter Day, Evening
Spring Day, Evening

Designed to Serve Students who want to gain practical work experience, test career choices and compare classroom theory with workplace practices.
Active Date 20240322T08:52:01

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5
Internship Yes
Class Limit 99
Contact Hours: Field Studies 165
Total Contact Hours 165
Degree Distributions:
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Measurable learning objectives.
Setting and accomplishing goals.
Career development or exploration through work experience.
Successful work habits and attitudes.
Interpersonal communication skills.

Student Learning Outcomes
Create a learning plan in collaboration with the employer and advisor which details skills that will be learned in the workplace.

Perform assigned duties in a friendly and courteous manner and accept feedback.

Communicate effectively with individuals and in a team environment.

Demonstrate successful work habits and attitudes reflecting good practices in the workplace.

Analyze problems and choose appropriate solutions, seeking clarification when necessary.

Document achievement of learning objectives.