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Designing a CareerThe purpose of this lesson is to explore and design an occupation/ career of choice. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in exploring the world of work.- Getting the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to secure employment. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in getting a job.
- Climbing the Career LadderThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of holding a job and climbing the career ladder. The goal is to help newly-hired workers succeed through a trial/ probationary period(s) and advancing in the career.
Learning on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of learning on the job. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in how to learn on the job.- Standard Operating ProcedureThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using standard operating procedures or “how-to steps.” The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in using standard operating procedures (SOPs) on the job.
- Job AidThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using Job Aids or “memory joggers” for doing standard operating procedures. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in creating and using job aids on the job.
- Dress for the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency dressing appropriate for the job. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in dressing for the job.
Verbal Technical CommunicationThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of verbal technical communication. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on the verbal or spoken-word aspects of technical communication on the job.- Written Technical CommunicationThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of written technical communication. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on written or text aspects of technical communication.
- Graphic Technical CommunicationThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of graphic technical communication. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in the graphic and iconic aspects of technical communication.
- Non-verbal Technical CommunicationThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency non-verbal technical communication. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in non-verbal or “body language” aspects of technical communication.
- Questioning/InterrogatingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of questioning and interrogating people. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in questioning and interrogation techniques.
- PerceptionThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of perception. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in using differing perspectives on the job.
Common SenseThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using common sense. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set of using one’s common sense on the job.- Critical ThinkingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency methods of critical thinking. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in thinking critically on the job
- Logic on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of logical thinking. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set of thinking logically on the job.
- PersuadingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of persuasion and negotiation. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on persuasion, negotiation, and influencing in technical situations.
- Decision MakingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of decision making. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in how to make sound decisions and extend critical judgment on the job.
Concentrating on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of how to concentrate on work-related tasks. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on how to concentrate on the job.- Motivation on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of motivating one’s self. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in self-motivation on the job.
- Shift Cycle ManagementThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of managing shift cycles. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on managing one’s own shift cycles on the job.
- Stress ManagementThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of managing job-related stress. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on stress management.
- Humor is No Laughing MatterThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of laughing and finding humor. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on finding humor in one’s self, in one’s workplace.
- MannersThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of business etiquette. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on desired manners and etiquette in work-related situations.
Attitude on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of valuing a positive work attitude. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in portraying a positive attitude while on the job.- Ethics on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of work-based ethics. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set of valuing character, integrity, and ethical behavior on the job.
- ConfidentialityThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of ethical concept of confidentiality or “keeping a secret” on the job. The goal is develop an occupational skills set on confidentiality, especially of information, on the job.
- Responsibility on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of taking responsibility. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in taking responsibility for one’s self while on the job.
- Whistle BlowingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of whistle blowing. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on values, perils, profits, and procedures in whistle blowing on the job.
- InitiativeThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of taking work initiative. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on valuing and enacting initiative on the job.
EstimatingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of estimating. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set for estimating on the job.- Time ManagementThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of managing work time. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in managing one’s work time.
- Productivity on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of technical productivity. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on increasing and maintaining a worker’s technical productivity on the job.
- Quality AssuranceThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of quality assurance. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in quality control.
- Preventive MaintenancedThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of preventative maintenance. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in preventive maintenance on the job.
- DiagnosticsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using diagnostics or troubleshooting. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set to perform diagnostics on differing applications.
TeamworkingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of team working. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in working as a member of a work team.- LeadingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of leading. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in providing leadership on the job
- NetworkingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of networking. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in networking with other technicians on the job.
- Resolving ConflictsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of resolving interpersonal conflicts. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in resolving interpersonal conflicts on the job when self-interests clash.
Systems ThinkingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using various systems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in systems and subsystems thinking on the job.- Organizing SystemsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using organizing systems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in using various approaches and systems for organizing work-related materials on the job.
- Electro/Mechanical SystemsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using electro/ mechanical systems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in working with such on the job.
- Biological SystemsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using biological systems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in working with such systems on the job.
- Social SystemsThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of use of social systems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in working with such systems on the job.
Creating on the JobThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of creativity and innovation. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in creativity on the job.- Problem SolvingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of solving problems. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in problem solving on the job.
- PlanningThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of planning. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in anticipating and planning on the job.
- Priority SettingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of setting work priorities. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in priority setting on the job.
- Computer ModelingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of computer modeling. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in computer-based modeling which helps to predict probabilities in political campaigns, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, and other phenomenon.
Hazard CommunicationThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce occupational competency safety and health on the job. The goal is develop an occupational skills set in occupational safety and health and to certify employees in “HazComm.”- Personal Protective EquipmentThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of using personal protective equipment (PPE). The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in the use of such PPE on the job.
- Blood-Borne PathogensThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of protecting against Blood-borne Pathogens (BBP). The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in protecting one’s self from BBP on the job.
- Lock Out / Tag OutThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of performing lock out/tag out (LO/TO) on the job. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in LO/TO standard operating procedures and safety equipment.
- Confined Space EntryThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of entering confined spaces. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in protecting one’s self in confined spaces on the job.
- Emergency ResponseThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of emergency response. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on how to respond to an accident or incident on the job.
Self-employmentThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of self-employment and entrepreneurship as a rewarding means of earning a living. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in self employment.- SupervisingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of supervision. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in supervising fellow employees.
- Train the TrainerThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of training other workers. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in procedures and practices of delivering one-to-one and stand-up training for peers.
- Proposal WritingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of proposal writing. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in writing proposals for projects and grants for funding.
- Digital ProcessingThe purpose of this lesson is to introduce occupational competency in digital processing and computer software. The goal is to develop an occupational skills set on digital processing, electronic communications, internet usage, and computer basics.
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The purpose of this lesson is to introduce the use of Job Aids or memory joggers for doing standard operating procedures on the job.
