May 01, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

IME 0001 - Worker Characteristic



Clock Hours: 6

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
The goal of this course is to improve the essential worker characteristics of students to prepare them for entrance into the workforce. The course is based around the ten traits that have been identified as being needed to foster positive work habits. 

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Quality of Work
    1. Work is acceptable for current level of training
    2. Takes pride in work
    3. Consistently puts forth best effort
    4. Uses proper techniques for assigned tasks
    5. Work is neat and orderly
  2. Productivity
    1. Produces a quantity of work that is acceptable for current level of training
    2. Completes assignments and tasks on time or ahead of schedule
    3. Works independently after initial instructions
    4. Manages time wisely (stays busy and on task)
  3. Attendance
    1. Respects the rights of others.
    2. Attends class
    3. Arrives and leaves on time (is working at designated start time)
    4. Notifies instructor when absent
    5. Notifies instructor in advance of planned absences
    6. Checks out with instructor when leaving early
    7. Is in shop/classroom during scheduled times (no unauthorized absence from shop)
  4. Organizational Skills
    1. Handles work in order of priority
    2. Leaves work area in good condition
    3. Follows all safety procedures
    4. Follows directions and procedures
  5. Teamwork
    1. Displays ability to be a team worker
    2. Displays a customer service attitude
    3. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning
    4. Demonstrates mannerly behavior
    5. Participates in all shop cleanup
    6. Willing to help others when needed
  6. Appearance
    1. Dresses appropriately for area of training (safety glasses, shoes, pants, etc.)
    2. Displays appropriate grooming, hygiene, and etiquetG.
  7. Attitude
    1. Demonstrates a positive attitude
    2. Appears self-confident
    3. Accepts constructive criticism well
    4. Enthusiastic and interested in work (does not sleep)
    5. Is a self-starter (works independently with minimal supervision)
  8. Communication
    1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language)
    2. Displays effective verbal communication skills
    3. Uses proper grammar and speech habits (no foul language)
    4. Listens attentively when instructor demonstrates and explains procedures 5.Asks questions for clarification as needed
    5. Demonstrates courtesy when instructor/others are talking (does not interrupt)
  9. Cooperation
    1. Follows all school and shop rules (internet usage, cell phone, break/lunch schedule, etc.
    2. Maintains appropriate relationships with supervisors and peers (gets along with others)
    3. Readily accepts live work/volunteers for extra assignments
  10. Character
    1. Displays loyalty, honesty, and trustworthiness
    2. Displays dependability and reliability
    3. Shows initiative (finds other work when assigned job is completed)
    4. Displays self-discipline and self-responsibility (stays on task; on target for       anticipated graduation date)
    5. Shows respect for people and property
    6. Deals with cultural/racial diversity appropriately
    7. Does not engage in harassment of any kind
    8. Respects confidentiality