Work Term Learning Objectives And Performance Evaluation February 8, Presenter: Noeleen Wadden

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1 Work Term Learning Objectives And Performance Evaluation February 8, 2018 Presenter: Noeleen Wadden Session #6b Professional Development Seminar ENGI 200W Engineering Co-operative Education

2 WORK TERM DOCUMENTS & FORMS STANDARD FORMS (APPLICABLE TO ALL WORK TERMS) *WORK TERM CONFIRMATION FORM - STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THIS FORM ON-LINE IN THE WORK TERM RECORD SECTION OF MYMUNLIFE. *WORK TERM OBJECTIVES - USED BY ALL STUDENTS (IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR/EMPLOYER) TO SET GOALS FOR THE WORK TERM WORK REPORT/PRESENTATION OUTLINE - USED BY ALL STUDENTS COMPLETING A TECHNICAL REPORT *END OF TERM EVALUATION FORM USED BY ALL SUPERVISORS/EMPLOYERS TO EVALUATE THE WORKPLACE PERFORMANCE (OVERALL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION INCLUDES A CO-OP COMPONENT) NON-DISCLOSURE REQUEST FORM - THIS FORM IS AVAILABLE FOR ANY STUDENT COMPLETING REQUIREMENTS THAT CONTAIN "CONFIDENTIAL" MATERIAL. DOCUMENTS AND FORMS:

3 WORK TERM CONFIRMATION DUE WITHIN FIRST WEEK OF WORK TERM

4 Work Term Confirmation Using MyMUNLife Select Work Term

5 Work Term Confirmation Using MyMUNLife Edit Record

6 Work Term Confirmation Using Form

7 WORK TERM OBJECTIVES DUE WITHIN FIRST MONTH OF WORK TERM

8 WHAT ARE WORK TERM OBJECTIVES? These are goals expected of the student during their work term; set by student and supervisor Discuss with the employer your duties and responsibilities at start of work term Mandatory document required by the Co-op Office

9 IMPORTANCE OF WORK TERM OBJECTIVES Help focus the learning in the WT towards specific outcomes Plan early - both student and supervisor will derive maximum benefits from the work term Monitor your progress in reaching goals Demonstrates achievements and helps update your resume Evaluate and improve performance with each successive term Develop objective setting skills to use throughout your career

10 SUBMITTING WORK TERM OBJECTIVES Complete Work Term Objectives Form it gives Supervisor and Student an opportunity to set formal (goals) objectives Return a copy to Co-op Office by DUE DATE (3 to 4 wks into WT) Objectives must be signed by supervisor

11 TYPES OF WORK TERM OBJECTIVES describes the tasks to be completed or technical skills to be learned describes the work or people skills to be developed or improved

12 Work Term Objectives Form

13 Work Term Objectives Form

14 TYPICAL OBJECTIVES I hope to develop skills in project planning I would like to learn to use software to model a ship I want to increase my knowledge of design and coding practices I want to have a successful work term How do you know you have achieved them?

15 A WORK TERM OBJECTIVE SHOULD INCLUDE A statement of the task that you will be able to perform at the end of the learning process The standard which will be used to measure the success of your performance (e.g., supervisor feedback, drawing completion with <5% errors) The conditions under which the task will be performed

16 WT OBJECTIVES SHOULD BE SMART Specific Statement Measurable Standard Attainable Condition / Standard Realistic Condition Time Condition Greater chance of being met versus a general goal Be able to measure progress Can you carry out the required steps at work? You must be willing and able to work towards a particular goal Set a time frame to create urgency and develop motivation Who, what, when, where, why, how? How much? How many? How will you know when goal is accomplished Choose a time frame that allows you to carry out those steps Believe that it can be met; not overreaching

17 PREPARATION / PLANNING OF WT OBJECTIVES Performance Objectives must relate directly to the job duties Solicit input from your supervisor Should be skill-based or task-based Should be expressed in action form I will complete, I will use, I will learn, I will understand Be agreed upon by the student and the employer / supervisor Be reviewed and updated, during the work term

18 PREPARATION / PLANNING OF WT OBJECTIVES For Personal Objectives, identify your strengths and weaknesses Consider Personal Skills Checklist in Appendix E of Co-op Handbook Determine your areas for improvement Determine if/how your work term may improve performance in any of these areas See End of Term Evaluation Form for assessed skills Again, solicit input from your supervisor review during term

19 WRITING WORK TERM OBJECTIVES What specific outcomes do I need to achieve to reach my goal? How will these outcomes be measured? Are these outcomes achievable within the job context and 4 month work term time frame? How will I achieve my objective? When will I accomplish it? Preliminary objectives do not have to be perfect (i.e., they are not carved in stone) Modifications are acceptable as the need arises

20 TYPICAL EXAMPLES (REFRESHER) I hope to develop skills in project planning I would like to learn to use software to model a ship I want to increase my knowledge of design and coding practices I want to have a successful work term

21 I HOPE TO DEVELOP SKILLS IN PROJECT PLANNING Working with the design staff, I will learn and be able to use Microsoft Project to develop a project schedule for the construction of a new concrete bridge structure on Route 210 (Burin Peninsula). The schedule should not exceed 250 days. I will present the schedule to the design team for feedback in 4 weeks.

22 I WOULD LIKE TO LEARN TO USE SOFTWARE TO MODEL A SHIP During the work term, I will learn to use Rhino 3D modeling software. I will consult with co-workers and use my academic skills and any related software documents to achieve this. I will validate my instructions using company protocol and standards.

23 INCREASE MY KNOWLEDGE OF DESIGN AND CODING PRACTICES Under the guidance of my supervisor and her team, I will increase my knowledge of design and coding practices by developing a computer application, using Visual Basic and MS Excel, to calculate loading on electrical conductors. The application design will adhere to design principles and efficient coding practices learned in class. I will demonstrate a working protype to the team within 8 weeks, to receive feedback.

24 I WANT TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL WORK TERM My personal objective is to achieve an Outstanding grade. I will achieve this by: Leaving a positive impression of my abilities with my employer Being pro-active by asking for more work when a project is finished Take OWNERSHIP of my work term Showing interest and enthusiasm for the work by asking questions based on own research

25 WORK TERM PERFORMANCE EVALUATION END OF TERM EVALUATION DUE THE OFFICIAL END DATE FOR THE WORK TERM

26 End of Term Evaluation Form

27 End of Term Evaluation Form Continued

28 ANY QUESTIONS? THANK YOU!

29 WORK TERM SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS Work Term Documents and Forms Additional Forms (for employers) The following forms are available to employers wishing to nominate their work term student. Forms should be submitted by September 6, Forms can be submitted to: PEGNL Connections East (formerly Eastern Chapter) Award Nomination Form (Eligible for Junior Students completing Work Terms 1-3 prior to Academic Term 5) - one award per work term. Paul S. Batstone Memorial Scholarship Nomination Form (Eligible Work Terms: 3 & 4 in the Spring only) - one award per work term PEGNL W.W. Cossitt Award Nomination Form (Eligible Work Terms: 4-6) - one award per work term S.P. Raheja Memorial Scholarship (nominations open to senior term engineering work term students in the winter, spring, and fall work terms of 2017 and one scholarship for the year will be awarded in March 2018). Documents and Forms: