1 credit
Spring 2026 Lecture Upper Division
This course provides junior and senior engineering students an opportunity to maximize their earning potential, promotion opportunities, and retention within engineering or related fields. Enrolled students will 1) become aware of and discuss solutions for internal and external barriers which can prevent women from reaching their greatest potential in the workforce; 2) enhance professional development and transition skills required to move successfully from an academic to professional environment; and 3) acquire skills and knowledge to serve as engineering role models/ambassadors for diverse populations. The content and activities of the course may be of particular interest to women. Permission by instructor required.
Learning Outcomes1Identify and develop solutions to internal and external barriers which prevent attainment of career trajectory.
2Define and apply professional and transition skills to move from academic to professional environment in order to improve the workforce experience and promotion opportunities.
3Recognize and engage in engineering stewardship opportunities to build general public knowledge about the field of engineering.
4Utilize coaching skills developed in class to assist themselves and others in making decisions/taking action.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.