SEGMENT 1: CAREER PREPARATION AND EMPLOY-ABILITY SKILLS
Defined
I. ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS
A. Demonstrate language arts knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of post-secondary education and career opportunities.
1. Select and employ appropriate reading and communication strategies to learn and use technical concepts and vocabulary in practice.
a. Determine the most appropriate reading strategy for identifying the overarching purpose of a text (i.e. skimming, reading for detail, reading for
meaning or critical analysis).
b. Demonstrate use of content, technical concepts and vocabulary when analyzing information and following directions.
c. Select the reading strategy or strategies needed to fully comprehend the content within a written document (i.e., skimming, reading for detail,
reading for meaning or critical analysis).
d. Interpret information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
e. Transcribe information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
f. Communicate information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
2. Demonstrate use of the concepts, strategies, and systems for obtaining and conveying ideas and information to enhance communication in the
workplace.
a. Employ verbal skills when obtaining and conveying information.
b. Record information needed to present a report on a given topic or problem.
c. Write internal and external business correspondence that conveys and/or obtains information effectively.
d. Communicate with other employees to clarify workplace objectives.
e. Communicate effectively with customers and employees to foster positive relationships.
f. Evaluate oral and written information for accuracy, adequacy/sufficiency, appropriateness, clarity, conclusions/solutions, fact/opinion, propaganda,
relevancy, validity, and relationship of ideas.
g. Comprehend key elements of oral and written information such as cause/effect, comparisons/contrasts, conclusions, context, purpose,
charts/tables/graphs, evaluation/critiques, mood, persuasive text, sequence, summaries, and technical subject matter.
3. Locate, organize and reference written information from various sources to communicate with co-workers and clients/participants.
a. Locate written information used to communicate with co-workers and customers.
b. Organize information to use in written and oral communications.
c. Reference the sources of information.
4. Evaluate and use information resources to accomplish specific occupational tasks.
a. Use informational texts, Internet web sites, and/or technical materials to review and apply information sources for occupational tasks.
b. Evaluate the reliability of information from informational texts, Internet Web sites, and/or technical materials and resources.
6. Develop and deliver formal and informal presentations using appropriate media to engage and inform audiences.
a. Prepare oral presentations to provide information for specific purposes and audiences.
b. Adapt language for audience, purpose, situation. (i.e. diction/structure, style).
c. Identify support materials that will enhance an oral presentation.
d. Prepare support materials that will enhance an oral presentation.
e. Deliver an oral presentation that sustains listeners' attention and interest.
f. Align presentation strategies to the intended audience.
g. Implement multi-media strategies for presentations.
h. Identify assumptions, purpose, outcomes/solutions, and propaganda techniques.
i. Predict potential outcomes and/or solutions based on oral and written information regarding trends.
j. Present formal and informal speeches including discussion, information requests, interpretation, and persuasive arguments.
7. Interpret verbal and nonverbal cues/behaviors to enhance communication with co-workers and clients/participants.
a. Interpret verbal behaviors when communicating with clients and co-workers.
b. Interpret nonverbal behaviors when communicating with clients and co-workers.
II. COMMUNICATIONS
B. Apply active listening skills to obtain and clarify information.
C. Listen to and speak with diverse individuals to enhance communication skills.
F. Exhibit public relations skills to increase internal and external customer/client satisfaction.
2. Use correct grammar to communicate verbally.
III. PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING
A. Effectively develop and apply the skills inherent in systems engineering where requirements, configuration, integration, project management, quality assurance, and process applications are necessary.
1. Employ critical thinking skills independently and in teams to solve problems and make decisions (e.g., analyze, synthesize and evaluate).
a. Identify common tasks that require employees to use problem-solving skills.
b. Analyze elements of a problem to develop creative solutions.
c. Describe the value of using problem-solving and critical thinking skills to improve a situation or process.
d. Create ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.
e. Evaluate ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.
f. Use structured problem-solving methods when developing proposals and solutions.
g. Generate new and creative ideas to solve problems by brainstorming possible solutions.
h. Critically analyze information to determine value to the problem-solving task.
i. Guide individuals through the process of recognizing concerns and making informed decisions
j. Identify alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
k. Evaluate alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
4. Employ critical thinking and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts with staff and/or customers.
a. Analyze situations and behaviors that affect conflict management.
b. Determine best options/outcomes for conflict resolution using critical thinking skills.
c. Identify with others’ feelings, needs, and concerns.
d. Implement stress management techniques.
e. Resolve conflicts with/for customers using conflict resolution skills.
f. Implement conflict resolution skills to address staff issues/problems.
III. PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING
B. Use mathematics, science, and technology concepts and processes to solve problems in projects involving design and/or production (e.g. medical, agricultural, biotechnological, energy and power, information and communication, transportation, manufacturing, and construction).
1. Apply the core concepts of technology and recognize the relationships with STEM systems (e.g. systems, resources, criteria and constraints, optimization and trade-off, and controls).
IV. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
A. Use Personal Information Management (PIM) applications to increase workplace efficiency.
1. Manage personal schedules and contact information.
2. Create memos and notes.
B. Employ technological tools to expedite workflow.
5. Access and navigate Internet (e.g., use a web browser).
6. Search for information and resources.
7. Evaluate Internet resources for reliability and validity.
8. Prepare simple documents and other business communications.
V. SYSTEMS
A. Describe the nature and types of business organizations to build an understanding of the scope of organizations.
VIII. LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK
A. Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives
1. Employ leadership skills to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
a. Analyze the various roles of leaders within organizations (e.g. contribute ideas; share in building an organization; act as role models to employees
by adhering to company policies, procedures, and standards; promote the organization’s vision; and mentor others).
b. Exhibit traits such as empowerment, risk, communication, focusing on results, decision-making, problem solution, and investment in individuals
when leading a group in solving a problem.
c. Exhibit traits such as compassion, service, listening, coaching, developing others, team development, and understanding and appreciating others
when acting as a manager of others in the workplace.
d. Exhibit traits such as enthusiasm, creativity, conviction, mission, courage, concept, focus, principle-centered living, and change when
interacting with others in general.
e. Consider issues related to self, team, community, diversity, environment, and global awareness when leading others.
f. Exhibit traits such as innovation, intuition, adaptation, life-long learning and coachability to develop leadership potential over time.
g. Analyze leadership in relation to trust, positive attitude, integrity, and willingness to accept key responsibilities in a work situation.
h. Describe observations of outstanding leaders using effective management styles.
i. Participate in civic and community leadership and teamwork opportunities to enhance skills.
2. Employ organizational and staff development skills to foster positive working relationships and accomplish organizational goals.
a. Implement organizational skills when facilitating others’ work efforts.
b. Explain how to manage a staff that satisfies work demands while adhering to budget constraints.
c. Describe how staff growth and development to increase productivity and employee satisfaction.
d. Organize team involvement within a group environment.
e. Work with others to develop and gain commitment to team goals.
f. Distribute responsibility and work load fairly.
g. Model leadership and teamwork qualities to aid in employee morale.
h. Identify best practices for successful team functioning.
i. Explain best practices for successful team functioning.
3. Employ teamwork skills to achieve collective goals and use team members' talents effectively.
a. Work with others to achieve objectives in a timely manner.
b. Promote the full involvement and use of team member's individual talents and skills.
c. Employ conflict-management skills to facilitate solutions.
d. Demonstrate teamwork skills through working cooperatively with co-workers, supervisory staff, and others, both in and out of the organization, to
achieve particular tasks.
e. Demonstrate teamwork processes that provide team building, consensus, continuous improvement, respect for the opinions of others, cooperation,
adaptability, and conflict resolution.
f. Develop plans to improve team performance.
g. Demonstrate commitment to and a positive attitude toward team goals.
h. Take responsibility for shared group and individual work tasks.
i. Assist team members in completing their work.
j. Adapt effectively to changes in projects and work activities.
k. Negotiate effectively to arrive at decisions.
4. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and other departments in order to accomplish objectives and
tasks.
a. Build effective working relationships using interpersonal skills.
b. Use positive interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with co-workers representing different cultures, genders and backgrounds.
c. Manage personal skills to accomplish assignments.
d. Treat people with respect.
e. Provide constructive praise and criticism.
f. Demonstrate sensitivity to and value for diversity.
g. Manage stress and control emotions.
IX. ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Develop the knowledge and abilities to comprehend ethical and legal standards as they apply to STEM where plans, processes, and projects will be dependent upon them.
1. Apply ethical reasoning to a variety of workplace situations in order to make ethical decisions.
a. Evaluate alternative responses to workplace situations based on legal responsibilities and employer policies.
b. Evaluate alternative responses to workplace situations based on personal or professional ethical responsibilities.
c. Identify personal and long-term workplace consequences of unethical or illegal behaviors.
d. Explain personal and long-term workplace consequences of unethical or illegal behaviors.
e. Determine the most appropriate response to workplace situations based on legal and ethical considerations.
f. Explain the most appropriate response to workplace situations based on legal and ethical considerations.
2. Interpret and explain written organizational policies and procedures to help employees perform their jobs according to employer rules and expectations.
a. Locate information on organizational policies in handbooks and manuals.
b. Discuss how specific organizational policies and procedures influence a specific work situation.
3. Demonstrate the skill of application to ethical and legal standards as they apply to the plans, processes, and projects as assigned in simulated environments.
X. EMPLOY-ABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
A. Know and understand the importance of employability skills.
1. Identify and demonstrate positive work behaviors and personal qualities needed to be employable.
a. Demonstrate self-discipline, self-worth, positive attitude, and integrity in a work situation.
b. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn new knowledge and skills.
c. Exhibit commitment to the organization.
d. Identify how work varies with regard to site, from indoor confined spaces to outdoor areas, including aerial space and a variety of climatic and
physical conditions
e. Identify positive work-qualities typically desired in each of the career cluster's pathways.
2. Manage resources in relation to the position (i.e. budget, supplies, computer, etc).
B. Explore, plan, and effectively manage careers.
1. Develop a personal career plan to meet career goals and objectives.
a. Develop career goals and objectives as part of a plan for future career direction.
b. Develop strategies to reach career objectives.
2. Identify and explore career opportunities in one or more career pathways to build an understanding of the opportunities available in the
cluster.
a. Locate and identify career opportunities that appeal to personal career goals.
b. Match personal interest and aptitudes to selected careers.
3. Recognize and act upon requirements for career advancement to plan for continuing education and training.
a. Identify opportunities for career advancement.
b. Pursue education and training opportunities to acquire skills necessary for career advancement.
c. Examine the organization and structure of various segments of the industry to prepare for career advancement.
d. Research local and regional labor (workforce) market and job growth information to project potential for advancement.
e. Manage employment relations to make career advancements.
5. Examine licensing, certification and credentialing requirements at the national, state and local levels to maintain compliance with industry
requirements.
a. Examine continuing education requirements related to licensing, certification, and credentialing requirements at the local, state and national
levels for chosen occupation.
b. Identify training, education and certification requirements for occupational choice.
c. Participate in career-related training and/or degree programs.
d. Pass certification tests to qualify for licensure and/or certification in chosen occupational area.
e. Examine the procedures and paperwork involved in maintaining and updating licensure, certification and credentials for chosen occupation.
f. Align ongoing licensing, certification and credentialing requirements to career plans and goals.
6. Examine employment opportunities in entrepreneurship to consider entrepreneurship as an option for career planning.
a. Describe the opportunities for entrepreneurship in a given industry.
C. Demonstrate skills related to seeking and applying for employment to find and obtain a desired job.
1. Use multiple resources to locate job opportunities.
5. Interview for employment.
6. List the standards and qualifications that must be met in order to enter a given industry.
7. Employ critical thinking and decision-making skills to exhibit qualifications to a potential employer.
8. Maintain a career portfolio to document knowledge, skills and experience in a career field.
a. Select educational and work history highlights to include in a career portfolio.
b. Produce a record of work experiences, licenses, certifications and products.
c. Organize electronic or physical portfolio for use in demonstrating knowledge, skills and experiences.
9. Demonstrate skills in evaluating and comparing employment opportunities in order to accept employment positions that match career goals.
a. Compare employment opportunities to individual needs and career plan objectives.
b. Evaluate employment opportunities based upon individual needs and career plan objectives.
c. Demonstrate appropriate methods for accepting or rejecting employment offers.
10. Identify and exhibit traits for retaining employment to maintain employment once secured.
a. Model behaviors that demonstrate reliability and dependability.
b. Maintain appropriate dress and behavior for the job to contribute to a safe and effective workplace/jobsite.
c. Complete required employment forms and documentation such as I-9 form, work visa, W-4 and licensures to meet employment requirements.
d. Summarize key activities necessary to retain a job in the industry.
e. Identify positive work behaviors and personal qualities necessary to retain employment.
11. Engage experiences in STEM where an individual can identify personal interests and expectations for career and personal development.
XI. TECHNICAL SKILLS
B. Employ planning and time management skills and tools to enhance results and complete work tasks.
XII. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY
A. Know the elements of the processes and concepts for understanding the design process.
A. Demonstrate language arts knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of post-secondary education and career opportunities.
1. Select and employ appropriate reading and communication strategies to learn and use technical concepts and vocabulary in practice.
a. Determine the most appropriate reading strategy for identifying the overarching purpose of a text (i.e. skimming, reading for detail, reading for
meaning or critical analysis).
b. Demonstrate use of content, technical concepts and vocabulary when analyzing information and following directions.
c. Select the reading strategy or strategies needed to fully comprehend the content within a written document (i.e., skimming, reading for detail,
reading for meaning or critical analysis).
d. Interpret information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
e. Transcribe information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
f. Communicate information, data, and observations to apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
2. Demonstrate use of the concepts, strategies, and systems for obtaining and conveying ideas and information to enhance communication in the
workplace.
a. Employ verbal skills when obtaining and conveying information.
b. Record information needed to present a report on a given topic or problem.
c. Write internal and external business correspondence that conveys and/or obtains information effectively.
d. Communicate with other employees to clarify workplace objectives.
e. Communicate effectively with customers and employees to foster positive relationships.
f. Evaluate oral and written information for accuracy, adequacy/sufficiency, appropriateness, clarity, conclusions/solutions, fact/opinion, propaganda,
relevancy, validity, and relationship of ideas.
g. Comprehend key elements of oral and written information such as cause/effect, comparisons/contrasts, conclusions, context, purpose,
charts/tables/graphs, evaluation/critiques, mood, persuasive text, sequence, summaries, and technical subject matter.
3. Locate, organize and reference written information from various sources to communicate with co-workers and clients/participants.
a. Locate written information used to communicate with co-workers and customers.
b. Organize information to use in written and oral communications.
c. Reference the sources of information.
4. Evaluate and use information resources to accomplish specific occupational tasks.
a. Use informational texts, Internet web sites, and/or technical materials to review and apply information sources for occupational tasks.
b. Evaluate the reliability of information from informational texts, Internet Web sites, and/or technical materials and resources.
6. Develop and deliver formal and informal presentations using appropriate media to engage and inform audiences.
a. Prepare oral presentations to provide information for specific purposes and audiences.
b. Adapt language for audience, purpose, situation. (i.e. diction/structure, style).
c. Identify support materials that will enhance an oral presentation.
d. Prepare support materials that will enhance an oral presentation.
e. Deliver an oral presentation that sustains listeners' attention and interest.
f. Align presentation strategies to the intended audience.
g. Implement multi-media strategies for presentations.
h. Identify assumptions, purpose, outcomes/solutions, and propaganda techniques.
i. Predict potential outcomes and/or solutions based on oral and written information regarding trends.
j. Present formal and informal speeches including discussion, information requests, interpretation, and persuasive arguments.
7. Interpret verbal and nonverbal cues/behaviors to enhance communication with co-workers and clients/participants.
a. Interpret verbal behaviors when communicating with clients and co-workers.
b. Interpret nonverbal behaviors when communicating with clients and co-workers.
II. COMMUNICATIONS
B. Apply active listening skills to obtain and clarify information.
- Interpret a given verbal message/information.
- Respond with restatement and clarification techniques to clarify information.
- Model behaviors that demonstrate active listening.
C. Listen to and speak with diverse individuals to enhance communication skills.
- Apply factors and strategies for communicating with a diverse workforce.
F. Exhibit public relations skills to increase internal and external customer/client satisfaction.
2. Use correct grammar to communicate verbally.
III. PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING
A. Effectively develop and apply the skills inherent in systems engineering where requirements, configuration, integration, project management, quality assurance, and process applications are necessary.
1. Employ critical thinking skills independently and in teams to solve problems and make decisions (e.g., analyze, synthesize and evaluate).
a. Identify common tasks that require employees to use problem-solving skills.
b. Analyze elements of a problem to develop creative solutions.
c. Describe the value of using problem-solving and critical thinking skills to improve a situation or process.
d. Create ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.
e. Evaluate ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.
f. Use structured problem-solving methods when developing proposals and solutions.
g. Generate new and creative ideas to solve problems by brainstorming possible solutions.
h. Critically analyze information to determine value to the problem-solving task.
i. Guide individuals through the process of recognizing concerns and making informed decisions
j. Identify alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
k. Evaluate alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
4. Employ critical thinking and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts with staff and/or customers.
a. Analyze situations and behaviors that affect conflict management.
b. Determine best options/outcomes for conflict resolution using critical thinking skills.
c. Identify with others’ feelings, needs, and concerns.
d. Implement stress management techniques.
e. Resolve conflicts with/for customers using conflict resolution skills.
f. Implement conflict resolution skills to address staff issues/problems.
III. PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING
B. Use mathematics, science, and technology concepts and processes to solve problems in projects involving design and/or production (e.g. medical, agricultural, biotechnological, energy and power, information and communication, transportation, manufacturing, and construction).
1. Apply the core concepts of technology and recognize the relationships with STEM systems (e.g. systems, resources, criteria and constraints, optimization and trade-off, and controls).
IV. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
A. Use Personal Information Management (PIM) applications to increase workplace efficiency.
1. Manage personal schedules and contact information.
2. Create memos and notes.
B. Employ technological tools to expedite workflow.
5. Access and navigate Internet (e.g., use a web browser).
6. Search for information and resources.
7. Evaluate Internet resources for reliability and validity.
8. Prepare simple documents and other business communications.
V. SYSTEMS
A. Describe the nature and types of business organizations to build an understanding of the scope of organizations.
- Describe the types and functions of businesses.
- Explain the functions and interactions of common departments within a business.
VIII. LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK
A. Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives
1. Employ leadership skills to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
a. Analyze the various roles of leaders within organizations (e.g. contribute ideas; share in building an organization; act as role models to employees
by adhering to company policies, procedures, and standards; promote the organization’s vision; and mentor others).
b. Exhibit traits such as empowerment, risk, communication, focusing on results, decision-making, problem solution, and investment in individuals
when leading a group in solving a problem.
c. Exhibit traits such as compassion, service, listening, coaching, developing others, team development, and understanding and appreciating others
when acting as a manager of others in the workplace.
d. Exhibit traits such as enthusiasm, creativity, conviction, mission, courage, concept, focus, principle-centered living, and change when
interacting with others in general.
e. Consider issues related to self, team, community, diversity, environment, and global awareness when leading others.
f. Exhibit traits such as innovation, intuition, adaptation, life-long learning and coachability to develop leadership potential over time.
g. Analyze leadership in relation to trust, positive attitude, integrity, and willingness to accept key responsibilities in a work situation.
h. Describe observations of outstanding leaders using effective management styles.
i. Participate in civic and community leadership and teamwork opportunities to enhance skills.
2. Employ organizational and staff development skills to foster positive working relationships and accomplish organizational goals.
a. Implement organizational skills when facilitating others’ work efforts.
b. Explain how to manage a staff that satisfies work demands while adhering to budget constraints.
c. Describe how staff growth and development to increase productivity and employee satisfaction.
d. Organize team involvement within a group environment.
e. Work with others to develop and gain commitment to team goals.
f. Distribute responsibility and work load fairly.
g. Model leadership and teamwork qualities to aid in employee morale.
h. Identify best practices for successful team functioning.
i. Explain best practices for successful team functioning.
3. Employ teamwork skills to achieve collective goals and use team members' talents effectively.
a. Work with others to achieve objectives in a timely manner.
b. Promote the full involvement and use of team member's individual talents and skills.
c. Employ conflict-management skills to facilitate solutions.
d. Demonstrate teamwork skills through working cooperatively with co-workers, supervisory staff, and others, both in and out of the organization, to
achieve particular tasks.
e. Demonstrate teamwork processes that provide team building, consensus, continuous improvement, respect for the opinions of others, cooperation,
adaptability, and conflict resolution.
f. Develop plans to improve team performance.
g. Demonstrate commitment to and a positive attitude toward team goals.
h. Take responsibility for shared group and individual work tasks.
i. Assist team members in completing their work.
j. Adapt effectively to changes in projects and work activities.
k. Negotiate effectively to arrive at decisions.
4. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and other departments in order to accomplish objectives and
tasks.
a. Build effective working relationships using interpersonal skills.
b. Use positive interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with co-workers representing different cultures, genders and backgrounds.
c. Manage personal skills to accomplish assignments.
d. Treat people with respect.
e. Provide constructive praise and criticism.
f. Demonstrate sensitivity to and value for diversity.
g. Manage stress and control emotions.
IX. ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Develop the knowledge and abilities to comprehend ethical and legal standards as they apply to STEM where plans, processes, and projects will be dependent upon them.
1. Apply ethical reasoning to a variety of workplace situations in order to make ethical decisions.
a. Evaluate alternative responses to workplace situations based on legal responsibilities and employer policies.
b. Evaluate alternative responses to workplace situations based on personal or professional ethical responsibilities.
c. Identify personal and long-term workplace consequences of unethical or illegal behaviors.
d. Explain personal and long-term workplace consequences of unethical or illegal behaviors.
e. Determine the most appropriate response to workplace situations based on legal and ethical considerations.
f. Explain the most appropriate response to workplace situations based on legal and ethical considerations.
2. Interpret and explain written organizational policies and procedures to help employees perform their jobs according to employer rules and expectations.
a. Locate information on organizational policies in handbooks and manuals.
b. Discuss how specific organizational policies and procedures influence a specific work situation.
3. Demonstrate the skill of application to ethical and legal standards as they apply to the plans, processes, and projects as assigned in simulated environments.
X. EMPLOY-ABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
A. Know and understand the importance of employability skills.
1. Identify and demonstrate positive work behaviors and personal qualities needed to be employable.
a. Demonstrate self-discipline, self-worth, positive attitude, and integrity in a work situation.
b. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn new knowledge and skills.
c. Exhibit commitment to the organization.
d. Identify how work varies with regard to site, from indoor confined spaces to outdoor areas, including aerial space and a variety of climatic and
physical conditions
e. Identify positive work-qualities typically desired in each of the career cluster's pathways.
2. Manage resources in relation to the position (i.e. budget, supplies, computer, etc).
B. Explore, plan, and effectively manage careers.
1. Develop a personal career plan to meet career goals and objectives.
a. Develop career goals and objectives as part of a plan for future career direction.
b. Develop strategies to reach career objectives.
2. Identify and explore career opportunities in one or more career pathways to build an understanding of the opportunities available in the
cluster.
a. Locate and identify career opportunities that appeal to personal career goals.
b. Match personal interest and aptitudes to selected careers.
3. Recognize and act upon requirements for career advancement to plan for continuing education and training.
a. Identify opportunities for career advancement.
b. Pursue education and training opportunities to acquire skills necessary for career advancement.
c. Examine the organization and structure of various segments of the industry to prepare for career advancement.
d. Research local and regional labor (workforce) market and job growth information to project potential for advancement.
e. Manage employment relations to make career advancements.
5. Examine licensing, certification and credentialing requirements at the national, state and local levels to maintain compliance with industry
requirements.
a. Examine continuing education requirements related to licensing, certification, and credentialing requirements at the local, state and national
levels for chosen occupation.
b. Identify training, education and certification requirements for occupational choice.
c. Participate in career-related training and/or degree programs.
d. Pass certification tests to qualify for licensure and/or certification in chosen occupational area.
e. Examine the procedures and paperwork involved in maintaining and updating licensure, certification and credentials for chosen occupation.
f. Align ongoing licensing, certification and credentialing requirements to career plans and goals.
6. Examine employment opportunities in entrepreneurship to consider entrepreneurship as an option for career planning.
a. Describe the opportunities for entrepreneurship in a given industry.
C. Demonstrate skills related to seeking and applying for employment to find and obtain a desired job.
1. Use multiple resources to locate job opportunities.
5. Interview for employment.
6. List the standards and qualifications that must be met in order to enter a given industry.
7. Employ critical thinking and decision-making skills to exhibit qualifications to a potential employer.
8. Maintain a career portfolio to document knowledge, skills and experience in a career field.
a. Select educational and work history highlights to include in a career portfolio.
b. Produce a record of work experiences, licenses, certifications and products.
c. Organize electronic or physical portfolio for use in demonstrating knowledge, skills and experiences.
9. Demonstrate skills in evaluating and comparing employment opportunities in order to accept employment positions that match career goals.
a. Compare employment opportunities to individual needs and career plan objectives.
b. Evaluate employment opportunities based upon individual needs and career plan objectives.
c. Demonstrate appropriate methods for accepting or rejecting employment offers.
10. Identify and exhibit traits for retaining employment to maintain employment once secured.
a. Model behaviors that demonstrate reliability and dependability.
b. Maintain appropriate dress and behavior for the job to contribute to a safe and effective workplace/jobsite.
c. Complete required employment forms and documentation such as I-9 form, work visa, W-4 and licensures to meet employment requirements.
d. Summarize key activities necessary to retain a job in the industry.
e. Identify positive work behaviors and personal qualities necessary to retain employment.
11. Engage experiences in STEM where an individual can identify personal interests and expectations for career and personal development.
XI. TECHNICAL SKILLS
B. Employ planning and time management skills and tools to enhance results and complete work tasks.
- Develop goals and objectives.
- Prioritize tasks to be completed.
- Develop timelines using time management knowledge and skills.
XII. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY
A. Know the elements of the processes and concepts for understanding the design process.
- Explain why and how the contributions of great innovators are important to society.