Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: DFTG-2386- Section: 1 Internship - Drafting and Design Technology-Technician, General

Instructor Information
Instructor	Michael Betar
E-mail	betarmw@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6424
Office	Location: Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 F Hours: M 4-5:PM, T 4:30-5PM, W 4-5:00PM, TH 4:30-5PM, F 8AM-3:00PM
Department	Business and Industrial Technology Chair: Sheila Guillot E-mail: guillsr@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6381 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Prerequisites	Must be completed in the student’s last semester. Instructor approval required.
Learning Outcomes	As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO 1: Utilize drafting and CAD terminology, symbols, and commands. PSLO 2: Practice ethical and professional practices in drafting. PSLO 3: Draw completed sets of plans for construction and manufacturing. PSLO 4: Utilize mathematical principles and measurements in order to create drawings.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. None
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1 through Week 15: Work 10-13 hours a week at internship location, and complete 160 hours by December 2. Students will keep a weekly journal on their intern experience and will prepare weekly reports due each Monday for the previous week to be turned in on Black Board. Week 1 Report: Attend mandatory orientation with instructor. Turn in documents handed out in meeting. Week 2 and 3 Report: Turn in Work Schedule, Cover Letter and Resume Week 4 Report: Interview assignment Week 5 Report: Time Management assignment Week 6 Report: Week 7 Report: Company History Week 8 Report: Week 9 Report: Week 10 Report: Letter of Recommendation Week 11 Report: Week 12 Report: Professional Goals Week 13 Report: Week 14 Report: Week 15 Report: Schedule Exit interview and Final report due. (Schedule is subject to change)
Major Assignments Schedule	Major Assignments Week 1 through Week 15: Work 10-13 hours a week at internship location, and complete 160 hours by December 2. Students will keep a weekly journal on their intern experience and will prepare weekly reports due each Monday for the previous week to be turned in on Black Board. Week 1 Report: Attend mandatory orientation with instructor. Turn in documents handed out in meeting. Week 2 and 3 Report: Turn in Work Schedule, Cover Letter and Resume Week 4 Report: Interview assignment Week 5 Report: Time Management assignment Week 6 Report: Week 7 Report: Company History Week 8 Report: Week 9 Report: Week 10 Report: Letter of Recommendation Week 11 Report: Week 12 Report: Professional Goals Week 13 Report: Week 14 Report: Week 15 Report: Schedule Exit interview and Final report due. (Schedule is subject to change)
Final Exam Date	December 3, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 10, 2020 - 5:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 – 100 = A, 80 – 89 = B, 70 – 79 = C, 60 – 69 = D, Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Internship evaluation 70%, Assignments 30%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Students must work a minimum of 10-13 hours per week for a period of 15 weeks (or the length of the semester). The students must have completed 160 hours by the last day of classes of the semester. Students may not work 20 hours or more per week and end the semester early. Students must work all semester in order to receive a more beneficial learning experience.
Attendance Policy	Students must adhere to the dress code and other policies of their internship locations. Students must notify internship supervisor and instructor regarding absences. It is the student’s responsibility to make up any missing hours. All internship hours must be completed by noon on last class day of semester.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. Your grades can be found in Black Board.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.