2017-2019 Welding Curriculum Plan

Wednesdays: 8:30-9:30 and 12:00-1:00

Portfolio Assignments1. Interview Questions – work on these every week2. Career Goals and Employability Development Plan3. Description of Welding Program 4. Five paragraph Essay (Employability)5. Career Research Slides 6. Letters of Recommendation: 1st year students get THREE. 2nd year students get

TWO more7. Letters of Rec write up (1 paragraph about each person who wrote you a letter)8. Practice College Application or Acceptance Letter 9. Scholarship Application (www.cappex.com) - must apply to two 10. College/Scholarship Essay 11. Educational Accomplishments (need a minimum of two)12. Job Application 13. Resume 14. Cover Letter 15. Thank You Letter 16. Description of Three Career Tasks17. Description of JACC Welding Program *** Add to description from fall.18. KeyTrain pre and post assessments.

Procedure Notes: --These assignments will be done in the order above.--You will do KeyTrain while you are getting your assignments marked off.--Work should be done when you get here.--15 – 20 minutes in classroom (maximum).--Grades will be updated weekly. Missing assignments are ZEROS. --If you are absent, check the website and get it done prior to next time.--If you know you will be absent ahead of time, turn it in early via email.

Math for WeldersThis curriculum focuses on welding related math in story problem form. There will be times when we work on these story problems during portfolio time. Reading is everywhere!

KeyTrainKeyTrain is an online program that helps you gain and enhance your career ready skills with regard to Reading for Information, Locating Information, Applied Mathematics and Writing. This program also helps students prepare to take the M-Step, ACT, SAT, college placement tests and other standardized tests.

Vocabulary Your class materials include numerous vocabulary words. You must learn them in order to speak the language of your trade. We will spend time rewording and learning these terms.

Armstrong ObservationsPeriodically, through the year I will ask one of you to be my teacher, so I will job shadow you and learn from you that day.

Procedure LogStudents are responsible for recording the day’s work, in a notebook (kept in their lockers). This work should be explained in detail: What machine was used, kind of weld performed, amperage and voltage settings, end product, process to accomplish job, etc.). Every project should have a detailed list of directions for accomplishing the procedure and details should be added to the log every day.

Interview QuestionsIt is not enough to have solid answers for only a few interview questions. You need to be prepared for the full spectrum of interview questions which may be asked. Following are fifty of the most common interview questions. Click on the link to get detailed information on why the interviewer is asking the question and samples of how to answer the question:

PortfolioThe purpose the portfolio is to help you become job ready. Therefore, the assignments are ones that you would want a potential employer to see during a job interview. I will be proofread your work, you will receive a portfolio grade for your work (part of your welding program grade) and you will be given a binder and asked to print your finished work, so that you are interview ready.

WELDING PROCEDURE LOG

Name_______________________________________________ Date: ______________________

Success CriteriaTopic # & Title

Materials

Machine Set Up Polarity:

Amperage:

What is your voltage setting and did you use that voltage setting?

Gas Flow Rate:

Stickout:

Position

Type of Weld

Procedure/Process

Other

50 Standard Interview Questions Don't just read these questions—write down your answers, as if you were at the interview and then practice and rehearse the answers in advance. Don't let the employer interview be the first time you actually formulate an answer in spoken words. It is not enough to think about them in your head—practice! Sit down with a friend, a significant other, or your roommate and go through all of the questions. If you have not yet completed a mock interview, do it now. Make the most of every single interview opportunity by being fully prepared!

YOU MUST DO A MINIMUM OF 25 INTERVIEW QUESTIONS.

1. Tell me about yourself. 2. Why should I hire you? 3. What is your long-range objective? 4. What is your greatest accomplishment? 5. How has your education prepared you for your career? 6. Are you a team player? 7. Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How did you resolve it? 8. What is your greatest strength? 9. What is your greatest weakness? 10. If I asked one of your teachers (or a boss) to describe you, what would he/she say? 11. What qualities do you feel a successful manager should have? 12. If you had to live your life over again, what one thing would you change? 13. How would you describe your ideal job? 14. Why did you choose this career? 15. When did you decide on this career? 16. What goals do you have in your career? 17. How do you plan to achieve your career goals? 18. How do you personally define success? 19. Describe a situation in which you were successful.20. What do you think it takes to be successful in this career?21. What accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction in your life?22. Would you rather work with information or with people?23. What motivates you?24. Tell me about some of your recent goals and what you did to achieve them.25. What are your short-term goals?26. What are your mid-range goals?27. What would your past manager say about you?28. Are you a goal-oriented person?29. Where do you want to be ten years from now?30. Do you handle conflict well?31. What major problem have you had to deal with recently?32. Do you handle pressure well?33. Why did you choose to attend JACC?34. What changes would you make at your high school and/or JACC?35. What were your favorite classes? Why?36. Do you enjoy doing independent research?37. Who were your favorite teachers? Why?38. Why is your GPA not higher?39. Do you have any plans for further education?40. How much training do you think you'll need to become a productive employee?41. Why do you want to work in the _____ industry?42. What do you know about our company? 43. Why are you interested in our company? 44. Do you have any location preferences?

45. How familiar are you with the community that we're located in?46. Are you willing to relocate? In the future?47. Are you willing to travel? How much?48. Is money important to you?49. How much money do you need to make to be happy?50. What kind of salary are you looking for?

Source: https://collegegrad.com/jobsearch/Mastering-the-Interview/Fifty-Standard-Interview-Questions/

Career GoalsThis assignment requires you to state what you intend on doing as a career and to then define goals you have for yourself, once you have entered that career.

Briefly provide some background info about yourself (family, hobbies, etc.). Describe a personal goal (short term or long term) you have for yourself. State your chosen career and why you have chosen that career. Describe a short term career goal and how you will achieve that goal. Describe a long term career goal and how you will achieve that goal. Tell one fact about yourself that defines you as an individual. Explain how attitude affects your performance. What motivates you? What do you care about? What is success? Provide your own definition. Keys to Success – in your opinion, how do you achieve success? What makes a person great? What makes you great? What kind of person are you and what kind of person do you want to be?

Job ApplicationApplication available on Virtual Drive: File Path: JACC Virtual Classroom, From Teacher, JACC Programs,Welding, Job Application Sample

RESUME

Your First and Last NameYour Address (House #, Street Name)Your Address (City, State, Zip Code)

Your Phone Number

JOB OBJECTIVE Your Job Objective

EDUCATION Jackson Area Career Center6800 Browns Lake RoadJackson, MI 49201(517)768-5200

Home SchoolAddressPhone Number

ACTIVITIES List of Activities I am Involved in

EMPLOYMENT Employer NameEmployer AddressEmployer Phone NumberMy Position in OrganizationMy Job Duties

SPECIAL SKILLS List of Special Skills I Possess

REFERENCES Reference #1 NameReference #1 AddressReference #1 Phone Number

Reference #2 NameReference #2 AddressReference #2 Phone Number

Reference #3 NameReference #3 AddressReference #3 Phone Number

Cover Letter

You will write a cover letter to go with your resume, as it is customary that this document is part of the job application process.

Cover Letter Components:Return address, mailing Address, what job you are applying for and how you found out about the job, description of your qualifications and how to contact you. This letter is written for someone who wants a childcare job. Your assignment is to edit the letter so that it applies to you.

Cover Letter ExampleMitchell Corbin (This is you)6800 Browns Lake Road Jackson, MI 49201

September 12, 2008

Ms. Joyce Denisenko (This is who you are writing your letter to)Cribs and Crayons Child Care Center1010 Brown St.West Columbia, SC 29167-7644

Dear Ms. Denisenko:

In response to your newspaper advertisement, I am writing to apply for the position of caretaker on the toddler floor. The enclosed resume will show you the experiences I have already had working with children.

Any place caring for children needs responsible and dependable employees. I not only enjoy children, but I realize what an important job child care is. Toddlers need a loving, safe environment, where they can learn and grow. Parents need to feel confident that caretakers will provide close supervision, creative activities, and nutritional food for their children. I am a person you and the parents could count on to provide consistent and excellent care to the children.

I would be happy to come in for an interview at any time. You can contact me at 517-739-0641 after 3:30 p.m. or by leaving a message on my family’s answering machine. Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,

Mitchell Corbin

Thank You Letter

You will write a thank you letter to serve as a follow-up to a job interview. It is considered proper etiquette to send a letter within the first three days of your interview to express your appreciation for the interview and the time they spent with you. A thank you can go a long way.

Thank You LetterYour application and resume have gotten you and interview and that interview went well! Rock on! That’s awesome! So, now what do you do? You wait in anticipation, as to whether or not you got the job. Right? Wrong! You follow up! Write them a thank you letter for their interest and their time. This should be done within a day or two of the interview. A good follow-up letter includes:

A thank you comment A statement confirming your interest in the job and what you have to offer them, as an employee,

with specific reference to the interview. A statement saying that you would be willing to answer further questions. Your phone number and the times you are available for calls.

Thank You Letter ExampleImma Cilly6800 Browns Lake RoadJackson, MI 49201

October 13, 2010

Ms. Joyce SmileyGet Your Giggle On1026 Eureka StreetLansing, MI 48911

Thank you for the interview, yesterday. I enjoyed meeting with you and your staff at Get Your Giggle On.

Making people smile is an important job. The opportunity to contribute to the important work that you and your staff do is something I would excel at. After touring your facility, and talking with your staff, I am convinced that my experiences making people smile would be an asset to your company.

I appreciate your time and consideration in my application. If you have any further questions, I can be reached at (517)867-5309, after 3:00 PM.

Sincerely,

Imma Cilly

Letters of Recommendation Write-upOnce you have decided and/or collected all three letters of recommendations, write a one paragraph description of EACH person who wrote you a letter.

Write-Up (format of your choice) – Describe each person who wrote you a letter (one paragraph minimum for each person). In describing a person who wrote you a letter you should talk about:

How you know the person How long you have known the person Why you asked the person to write you a letter What the person does for a living What qualities you see in that person.

Rationale for the write-up: If an employer goes on to read this he or she should be able to learn more about the person recommending you. Make sure that what they are learning makes the person a more credible reference! You may put all three descriptions on the same page, but in doing so you must make sure all three names are clearly visible (ex: in bold, underlined, etc.) and that the descriptions are separate from one another (example: several blank lines between your description for each person or a dark line between each description, etc.)

Requesting Letters of Recommendation and ReferencesIf you are interviewing for a job, you can expect that the potential employer will want to check your employment references before offering you a position. Employers usually check three references, so having at least that many prepared should be your goal. Ask for a letter of recommendation in person. This shows the person how serious you are and it results in a more effective recommendation letter. Anyone who writes you a letter of recommendations should be thanked. Be sure to extend your appreciation.

Good references are powerful and often have the potential to make you or break you so be selective when choosing your references or asking someone to write you a letter of recommendation. It is not uncommon for a candidate to lose out on a job offer because of an unexpected poor reference by a person they chose for a good recommendation. It is actually more common than you might think!

Be considerate when asking someone to write you a letter of recommendation by providing him or her sufficient time to write a letter of recommendation for you. If you have not had past employment a good sources to ask for references and letters of recommendation are acquaintances, neighbors, clergy members, teachers, coaches, a mentor, or someone outside of your family whom you have known a long time. You should ask at least one of the persons you listed as a reference at the bottom of your resume to write you a letter of recommendation. DO NOT have friends and family write letters for you, unless you work for them!

Mention specifics that you would like included in your letter of recommendation and provide your references with the information and materials they need to give you a good recommendation. Below is information you may give to someone who has questions about writing you a letter or recommendation. Note: I have provided you with copies of “Information for Writing Letters of Recommendation” and the “Example Letter” for easy distribution. These resources may be useful to the people writing letters for you.

Information for Writing a Letter of Recommendation

Characteristics of Employment Letters of Recommendation – Provide a brief history of job performance emphasizing skills, abilities, and accomplishments. Employment letters of recommendation may also include a description of an individual’s work ethics (honesty, reliability, commitment, and ability to work individually and within a team).

Writing Letters of RecommendationGood letters of recommendation are often characterized as having a praising tone through writing that is open and truthful. Claims made about a person are supported by examples.

Since those reading the letter may not know the author it is important that the author establish credibility by introducing him or herself in the letter.

Date - Date your letter (top of page, right aligned) Salutation – Dear Sir or Madam: or To Whom It May Concern: First Paragraph (Introduction) – Begin with a self-introduction stating how you know this

individual and how long you have known the individual. Next, give a summary of your overall impression of this person.

Next Two or Three Paragraphs (Body Paragraphs) – Describe the attributes and character of the person you are writing the letter for to express why he or she is a good candidate for the position. Provide examples to support the claims you make.

Last Paragraph (Conclusion) – Restate that this person is a good choice for the position. Signature Part of the Letter – Following Sincerely, leave four blank spaces for your

signature and then type your first and last name, job title, the name of your employer, your employer address, and phone number. Lastly, supply your email address if you have one.

Also, printing the letter of recommendation on company/organization letterhead is a nice touch if you have it at your disposal.

Additionally, if you struggle with giving someone a good recommendation, perhaps it is best to express your regrets and suggest that someone else may be in a better position to provide a letter.

Example Letter

May 5, 2005Dear Sir or Madam:

This is a letter of recommendation for Lindsay Cole. Lindsay has tutored my son in math for the past two years. Lindsay is a kind and responsible person. She gives careful attention to details and she has a pleasant personality that enables her to work well with people.

Lindsay has high standards for herself, which she displays through the goals she has set for herself. One day she hopes to own her own advertising business and it is my opinion that she is not only capable of doing so, but that she will succeed in doing so. Lindsay is creative, and the quality of her work, whatever it may be for, is always done at her best potential.

From the time I have observed Lindsay tutor my son and some of the other kids in the neighborhood I have learned that Lindsay has the ability to manage people, time, and a number of tasks efficiently. She is able to do this in a calm and friendly manner. Lindsay is also able to work cooperatively with other people and she can be trusted with confidential information. Lindsay is privy to personal information about my son and she has gained our trust and respect.

I believe that Lindsay possess many talents, talents that would enable her to work within a variety of professional settings. As a business professional in the resource management field I am confident that Lindsay will excel at her future endeavors. I highly recommend Lindsay for any position she may be seeking. Please contact me if I may assist you further.

Sincerely,

James DamonJona CorporationHuman Resource Manager1267 South Point Blvd.Stone Ridge, MI 49764837-567-8974hrmjamesd@jonacorporation.org

Sample College Application

Even if you do not intend on going to college, we highly recommend that you complete a college admissions application. The reason being that in the event that you change your mind, you will have this information available and you will be experienced with filling out such a form, which can be confusing.

Go to the home page of the college of your choice. Research and locate the admissions requirements and process. Find the admissions application. You must retain a printed copy of the completed application, whether or not you choose to submit it.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED AND BEEN ACCEPTED TO A COLLEGE, A COPY OF YOUR ACCEPTANCE LETTER IS ALL YOU NEED FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT.

Employability Development Plan

You will create your own employability Development Plan. The information you should include in your plan:

First and last name and home school Your chosen career path You future plans Extra curricular activities/hobbies/personal interests Special abilities

Scholarship Application

If you intend to go to college, we highly recommend that you complete a scholarship application. Scholarship money will help assist you with the cost of a college education.

You must find an application online and complete it. Below are Some links that may assist you in finding a scholarship application.

https://www.cappex.com/scholarships/ (this one is awesome)http://www.jacksoncf.org/scholarships.htmlhttp://www.naacpjackson.org/haroldwhitesr.htmhttp://www.scholarships.com/college-search/list-of-colleges-universities/Michigan-Colleges/Scholarships-Grants-and-Student-Loans/

College/Scholarship Essay

The purpose of this assignment is to help you prepare for college admissions and the scholarship application process. The criteria below in generally what college and scholarship essays require. Therefore, writing one essay using the criteria below will assist you in submitting multiple applications without having to write multiple essays.

Paragraph 1: Introduction.

The first sentence is an attention grabber. Write a statistic, quote or something meaningful about your topic.

The second sentence is a preview of what you talk about in your body paragraphs.

The third sentence is a thesis statement. This is where you make a vague statement about your main topic (college/scholarship acceptance).

Paragraph 2: Describe what kind of student you are and why the institution should consider you for admissions and scholarship money

Paragraph 3: Describe any challenges you have had to overcome and achievements you have. They can be personal or academic related.

Paragraph 4: Explain why you want to go to college there and how the institution will help you meet your goals.

Paragraph 5: Conclusion. Your conclusion consists of a summary of what you wrote about and a closing statement.

Five Paragraph Essay

Guidelines

Chose the topic from the list below, that interests you the most. This will become the topic for your Five Paragraphs Essay. This essay is based on your opinion and does not require research.

Essay Topics

1.Effectively Dealing with Customer Complaints2.Work Ethics – What They Mean to Me3.My Definition of Professionalism4.Reasons for Working5.Importance of Having Good Communication/Listening Skills6.The Education and Career Training I Have Received 7.Effectiveness of Teamwork8.A Good Worker is…9.How to be a Good Time Manager10. A Good Leader is…

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Writing Guidelines for Five Paragraph Essay

Guidelines for Each Essay: To write an effective Five Paragraph Essay the first thing you do is choose a topic. Next, you decide three things (discussions) you will talk about in relation to your topic. For example, if your topic is being respectful, you may decide to talk about courteous gestures, the way you address people when you first meet, and language usage. These are the three things you would talk about in your body paragraphs (paragraphs, 2, 3 and 4). Paragraph 1 will be your introduction and paragraph 5 will be your conclusion. Also provide the topic of your paper at the top of the page, centered, and underlined. Additionally, your paper should be single spaced, with each paragraph indented (there are no blank lines between paragraphs).

Paragraph #1: INTRODUCTION (3 Components) Interesting statement

An attention-grabbing statement that will make your reader want to keep reading. Something like a quote, statistic, question or a surprising or inspirational statement are options to choose from.

Preview Briefly tell about your topic of discussion, giving any background information necessary.

Thesis Statement Clearly state your thesis (the main idea of your paper).

Paragraphs #2: BODY PARAGRAPH (2 Components) Topic of Paragraph for Discussion #1

Discussion #1

Transition SentencesThe last sentence of this paragraph and the first sentence of the next paragraph connect your two topics together so your paper flows smoothly.

Paragraphs #3: BODY PARAGRAPHS (2 Components) Topic of Paragraph for Discussion #2

Discussion #2

Transition SentencesThe last sentence of this paragraph and the first sentence of the next paragraph connect your two topics together so your paper flows smoothly.

Paragraphs #4: BODY PARAGRAPHS (2 Components) Topic of Paragraph for Discussion #3

Discussion #3

Paragraph #5: CONCLUSION (2 Components) Summary

Brief summary of the main topics in your paper. This should be two or three sentences.

Closing Statement This is a one-sentence statement that wraps up the entire paper, usually something compelling or inspirational about your main topic.

Career Research

Use www.onetononline.com or www.bls.gov to find the following information about your future career:

Education and Training Job Responsibilities Work Environment Demand for Workers How to Advance & Salary

Each topic must be on a Power Point slide (in your own words). You will be expected to show Ms. Armstrong and/or tell the class what you found out about your career.You need six slides. The last slide needs to be an APA reference citing your information source(s). How to do APA References can be found at

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/ or you can use an online citation generator. The recommended generator is http://www.calvin.edu/library/knightcite/Description of JACC Program

This assignment is a description of your JACC program and the things you have learned while you have been in the program.

An introduction includes: An interesting statement, preview, and thesis statement

The body paragraphs include: A description of why you chose to take the class, what you have learned in the class, and how what you have learned will help you in your career.

A conclusion includes: A summary and closing statement