Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: POFT-1313- Section: 01H Professional Workforce Preparation

Instructor Information
Instructor	Adriane Champagne
E-mail	champagneam@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6416
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 207 Hours: Tuesday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Wednesday 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.; Friday 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Other office hours scheduled as needed by appointment.
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	Preparation for career success including ethics, interpersonal relations, professional attire and advancement.
Prerequisites	None.
Learning Outcomes	1. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. (PSLO Alpha); measured by pre- and post-tests and embedded test questions. 2. Identify attitudes and values that contribute to career success (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions. 3.Identify professional attire (PSLO 1); measured by presentation rubric. 4. Exhibit appropriate business etiquette (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions. 5. Demonstrate how to work effectively as part of a team (PSLO 1); measured by team presentation rubric. 6. Apply problem-solving techniques to complete tasks (PSLO 2); measured by embedded test questions. 7. Use presentation software to prepare presentations on a variety of business topics (PSLO 3); measured by production document rubric.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1. Demonstrates appropriate professionalism in the administrative workplace environment. SLO 1. Students will demonstrate appropriate professionalism in the administrative workplace environment. PSLO 2. Uses current business administration skills. SLO 2. Students will use current business administration skills. PSLO 3. Uses current business office software applications. SLO 3. Students will use current business office software applications. PSLO 4. Proofreads and edits business documents. SLO 4. Students will proofread and edit business documents.
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. Personal Development for Life and Work 10e by Masters and Wallace published by South-Western-Cengage 2011 ISBN-13: 978-0-538-45023-2
Lecture Topics Outline	08/24/2020 Blackboard, Banner, Self-Esteem 08/31/2020 Chapter 1 Personal goals 09/01/2020 Chapter 2 Self-Development 09/08/2020 Chapter 3 Attitudes, Chapter 4 Image 09/14/2020 Chapter 9 Meeting Essentials 09/21/2020 Exam 1 09/28/2020 Chapter 15 Getting the Job, Chapter 16 Taking Charge of Your Career 10/05/2020 Chapter 5 Communication and Chapter 6 Getting the Message Across 10/12/2020 Chapter 7 Communicating Becoming a Team Player 10/19/2020 Chapter 8 Managing Conflict 10/26/2020 Exam week 11/02/2020 Chapter 10 Applying Critical Work Skills 11/09/2020 Chapter 11 Developing Customer Focus 11/16/2020 Chapter 12 Valuing Diversity Terms 11/25/2020.Chapter 13 Acting Ethically 11/30/2020 No Lecture; online only- Review for final exam chapters 8, 10, 11, 12 & 13. 12/7/2020 Final Exam Week (Schedule is subject to change.)
Major Assignments Schedule	08/24/2020 Introduction; Blackboard, Banner, and Pretest Chapter 1 Self-Esteem; Discussion Board post introduction of yourself. 08/31/2020 Chapter 1 Personal Goals Assignment due 09/01/2020 Chapter 2 Self-Development; Terms Quiz 1 Ch 1 and 2 due 09/08/2020 Chapter 3 Attitudes, Chapter 4 Image; Terms Quiz and Discussion Board post due 09/14/2020 Chapter 9 Meeting Essentials; Meeting Agenda assignment due 09/21/2020 Exam over Chapters 1-4 & 9 09/28/2020 Chapter 15 Getting the Job, Chapter 16 Taking Charge of Your Career Lecture; Resume, Cover Letter and Interview Video due. 10/05/2020 Chapter 5 Communication and Chapter 6 Getting the Message Across; Terms Quiz due 10/12/2020 Chapter 7 Communicating Becoming a Team Player; Projects assigned 10/19/2020 Chapter 8 Managing Conflict; Book writing assignment page 181 10/26/2020 Team Project Report due; Exam Chapters 5-8 11/02/2020 Chapter 10 Applying Critical Work Skills; Case problem page 261; 11/09/2020 Chapter 11 Developing Customer Focus 11/16/2020 Chapter 12 Valuing Diversity Terms; Quiz Ch 11 and 12 due 11/25/2020.Chapter 13 Acting Ethically; Terms Quiz Ch 13 11/30/2020 No in person class; online only- Review for final exam chapters 8, 10, 11, 12 & 13. 12/7/2020 Final Exam Week (Schedule is subject to change.)
Final Exam Date	December 6, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 8, 2020 - 10:00 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Exams 40% Assignments and Quizzes 60%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Homework assignments will be given each week. LATE WORK is highly discouraged and will incur a 25 point penalty for every day it is late. Due dates are given and enough time is given to complete all work. NO EXCEPTIONS. Academic Policies: Student IDs are required for the first exam. IDs must be visible on your desk before the exam is administered no ID, no exam. If you miss an exam, your lowest test grade will count twice. If you miss more than one exam, those exams will be given a grade of zero. Students must leave the classroom after exam is finished. There will be a final exam. All students must take the exam on the scheduled date and time, and failure to do so will result in a 0 on the final exam. Every student MUST have a copy of the required textbooks by the second week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. No emailed work is accepted. Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings. A failure to follow oral and/or written instructions will result in penalties. Academic dishonesty will result in a zero on any assignment; a second incidence of academic dishonesty will be handled based on campus policies and procedures with the department chair. Students should keep a record of their grades/average. Instructor(s) will not average grades for students. Instructors do not drop grades. Quizzes will be given online and students are required to complete by due date. Assignments are due by 11:30 p.m. the night of the due date posted online. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework and for being prepared for each class meeting including virtual meetings scheduled. This applies even if you were absent for the previous class meeting. Software Requirements: If you are in a course that is using a specific software, you MUST have the software available to you either on your home computer or you must use the open lab provided in the Gates Library. Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses and many traditional courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams.
Attendance Policy	Poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment. With this factor in mind, the instructor monitors student attendance daily in person and online. In addition, attendance on a regular basis is necessary for proper skill development. Students must log into the online portion of the course multiple times during the week.
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	Classroom Etiquette: The following behaviors will result in the student being asked during class time to cease the action and/or leave the classroom: using cell phones, talking, or keying while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions; leaving class early without informing the instructor; surfing the Internet during lecture; and displaying a rude or negative behavior toward the instructor or other students. E-Mail/Voice Mail Etiquette: Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with instructor; for example, complete sentences and a full subject line with your name/course name. Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying students name, course, and any return phone number.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.