J 280 Co-op Ed: Journalism

This course provides work experience in journalistic writing and reporting, illustration and design, and photography and video. Students will have the opportunity to integrate classroom theory with practical experience. Students may develop skills, explore career options and network with professionals and employers while earning credit toward a degree. Contact the journalism co-op coordinator before registering. Contents and expected learning proficiencies of this course vary from term to term. May be repeated up to 9 total credits.

Credits

3-12

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Integrate classroom learning with field experience
2. Describe their work experience in their career field and growth in knowledge of the career field
3. Demonstrate and explain advanced skills and knowledge gained at the workplace
4. Demonstrate foundational job search and workplace competencies
5. Describe understanding of workplace culture
6. Demonstrate college core learning outcomes in communication and use of technology