Practicum in Engineering – Bioscience M

Unit 1

Intro to laboratory safety

• Flinn Lab Safety

Unit 2

Practicum introduction

• Self-evaluation of strengths, weaknesses, and preferences

• Begin resume

Unit 3

Research in Biomedical STEM Field

• Prepare journal club presentation on topic of choice

• Research Capstone opportunities

-Safety Exams or Certifications

• Complete Flinn Safety Exam

• Sign up for BACE Exam prep

Unit 4

Application of Communication

• Choose Capstone project

• Outline, Budget, Timeline

• Apply for grant

Unit 5

Application of Problem-Solving

• Begin Capstone project

• Document supplies

• Trouble-shoot project obstacles

Unit 6

Application of Professionalism

• Complete resume

• Mock interview

• Create elevator pitch for Capstone project

-Safety Exams or Certifications

Fall CCA

Unit 7

Application of Work Ethics

• Create Gantt chart of project

• Create progress report

Unit 8

Application of Safety

• Create SDS folder for project

• Document receipt and handling of reagents

• Properly store reagents

• Review GLP and GMP

Unit 9

Teamwork in STEM

• Recruit team for Capstone project from fellow students

• Project manager trains helpers

• Teams work together to complete projects

-Safety Exams or Certifications

Unit 10

Leadership in STEM

• Students research job tasks for technician, research scientist, CEO

• Students compare responsibilities and salaries

Unit 11

Planning for a STEM Career

• Students will research requirements, education, licenses for careers

• Update resumes with awards, recognitions, and scholarships

Unit 12

Pursuing a STEM Career

• Create presentation of Capstone project

• Present Capstone project

-Safety Exams or Certifications

BACE Exam

Spring CCA

Required Project:

Journal Club Presentation of peer-reviewed article

Required Project:

Grant Application for Project

Required Project:

Capstone Project Research Paper

Required Project:

Public presentation of Capstone Project and BACE Exam

Cycle 1:

-Professionalism

-Teamwork

-Problem Solving

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127.15 (2)(L)

Cycle 2:

- Job Seeking Skills

127.15 (2)(A)

127.15 (2)(H)

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127.15 (2)(J)

127.15 (2)(K)

127.15 (2)(L)

Cycle 3:

-Communication Skills

-Self Management Skill

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127.15 (2)(I)

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127.15 (2)(L)

Cycle 4:

-Civic and Social Responsibility

127.15 (2)(F)

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127.15 (2)(H)

127.15 (2)(I)

127.15 (2)(L)