Industry Awareness
REAL Program
Experiential learning opportunity
Students will step outside the classroom engaging in a series of dynamic assignments such as deep personal development, industry research and professional networking to build a deep awareness and forward thrust in the industry or professional field of choice.
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Prerequisites
KIN 131 is a prerequisite or co-requisite for KIN majors.
Grading
A/F
Maximum enrollment
40
NACE competencies
- Critical thinking/problem solving
- Professionalism/work ethic
- Career management
Credits
- 3
Registration options
This KIN 206 course meets the REAL requirement for students in public health as well as kinesiology.
Start terms
- Fall
- Winter
- Spring
Course offerings
On campus
Fall and spring terms
Online
Winter term
Check class schedule for times/locations of other terms.
Learning outcomes
- Students will experience enhanced oral and written communication skills
- Students will develop critical thinking skills to improve follow through and work ethic.
- Students will experienced improved ability to identify, articulate, and understand their chosen field of study or professional industry.
- Students will be able to better define career goals and identify future areas of career interest.
- Students will understand and be able to articulate the purpose and value of their chosen field of study or professional industry.
Content / knowledge / concepts
- Students will examine current practices in their chosen field of study or professional industry.
- Students will evaluate and analyze opinions and general ideas of those outside of their field of study or professional industry.
- Students will describe the fundamental role individuals serving inside their field of study or professional industry.
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards through written and verbal communication.
- Students will distinguish their goals, energy for, and understanding of their chosen field of study or professional industry.
Course experiences
Interviews of industry professionals, reflections, industry research, and poster presentations -- and having a heap load of fun!
Assessment activities
- Career and self development
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Equity and inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and leadership
Additional info
Kinesiology and public health students will sign up for KIN 206 PROJECT:INDUSTRY AWARENESS.