This course is based on the Entering Mentoring curriculum from the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research (CIMER). As one of the first steps in the SCALE experience, this course prepares students to enter a research, internship, or co-op assignment and have a successful mentoring relationship.
Students will develop skills in research communication and comprehension, ethics, identity, confidence and independence, and professional and career development. Upon successful completion of this course and CIMER Mentee Preparation Part B, students will earn a certificate of completion.
Starting Your Microelectronics Career, Part A is a self-paced, asynchronous, online course. There are (8) weeks of content, but students are encouraged to complete the course as their schedule allows. The final deliverable is a learning contract to prepare students for their research or work experience.