Workplace Skills

WORK 0200 Career and Learning Strategies

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  0 - 0 - 0

This course helps students acquire skills related to career awareness and choice, learning and study skills, basic skills enhancement, and other strategies. After successful completion of this course, students better understand the process of achieving their educational goals.

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WORK 0300 Reading Comprehension for English I Language Learners I

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  1.5 - 0 - 1.5

This course actively engages English language learners in an individualized program that builds competence and comfort in reading, speaking, and listening in English. Students learn as they read and use the English language, simultaneously building English communication skills and addressing reading challenges. ELL students gain skills in appropriate English communication structure, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and pronunciation.

Prerequisites
(1) Required based on placement testing, instructor recommendation, or students receiving two re-enrolls in another ESLX course.

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WORK 0310 Reading Comprehension for English Language Learners II

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  1.5 - 0 - 1.5

This course actively engages English language learners in an individualized program that builds competence and comfort in reading, speaking, and listening in English. Students learn as they read and use the English language, simultaneously building English communication skills and addressing reading challenges. ELL students gain skills in appropriate English communication structure, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and pronunciation.

Prerequisites
(1) Required based on placement testing, instructor recommendation; or students receiving two re-enrolls in another ESLX course

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WORK 0400 Reading Comprehension

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  2.5 - 0 - 2.5

This course actively engages students in an individualized program that eliminates reading difficulties. Intensive small group tutoring helps students permanently improve reading skills and eliminate basic reading problems so they can easily and comfortably understand text. This course provides the reading foundation students need to attain success in other academic classes, including English, math, general education, and occupational courses while building self-esteem and confidence.

Prerequisites
(1) Required based on placement testing

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WORK 0900 Introduction to Microcomputer Technology

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  4.5 - 0 - 4.5

This course introduces students to essential technology skills by providing a beginning overview of basic microcomputer components and functions; computer-based technologies such as Internet, email, and College resources; file management; and word processing basics.

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WORK 1011 Orientation for International Students

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  1 - 0 - 1

This course provides an introduction to the facilities and services at MCC and guidelines for living and studying in the United States and Omaha, Neb. Students learn practical information about education, employment, immigration regulations, insurance, social security, and transportation to enhance their participation in community activities and services in the Omaha area.

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WORK 1230 Career Planning

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  1 - 0 - 1

This course assists students in making a career choice. Topics include values, clarification of interests, skills assessment, and the decision-making process. It also introduces career exploration activities.

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WORK 1250 Learning Anxiety

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  0 - 0 - 0

This course helps students address issues such as test and math anxiety. Topics focus on mastering learning strategies that help them overcome this anxiety.

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WORK 1400 Employability Skills

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  0 - 0 - 0

This course allows students to enhance their interpersonal skills, improve their ability to work in teams, learn to communicate effectively, think creatively, use problem-solving techniques, and explore competitive job-seeking strategies.

Course is offered On-line

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WORK 1401 Employability Skills for Process, Power, and Energy-Related Fields

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  4.5 - 0 - 4.5

This course introduces students to energy-related industries, employers, and the unique employability skills required to succeed. Students have the opportunity to enhance their interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, to problem-solve and think creatively, and to employ effective time management life skills as required for success in the field.

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WORK 1410 Secrets to Business Success

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  3 - 0 - 3

This course provides an in-depth look at the soft skills and self-management skills needed to provide effective customer service and support in all workplace environments.

Course is offered On-line

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WORK 1420 Interpersonal Communication Skills for the Workplace

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  3.5 - 0 - 3.5

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of interpersonal communication and enhances their ability to use effective interpersonal communication skills. Students discuss, analyze, and demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication in interactions and demonstrate skills of active listening and use of appropriate communication in a variety of business settings.

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WORK 2900 Special Topics in Workplace Skills

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  0 - 0 - 0

This course permits instruction in various skill areas related to workplace effectiveness strategies not included in other Workplace Skills courses.

Prerequisites
(1) Assessment testing or instructor approval

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WORK 2981 Internship

Lecture/Lab/Credit Hours  0 - 0 - 0

Students apply the principles and procedures learned in employability including use of proper work behavior and work attitude, basic skills, and human relations skills. The work setting is a public office or a department of a business or nonprofit organization. Students record the tasks performed in their portfolios, which work supervisors and faculty sponsors review periodically to assure development and reinforcement of appropriate competencies.

Prerequisites
(2) WORK 1400 and WORK 1410

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