Cooperative Education Course
Personalized Placement Learning Plan Components

 

Course

Transportation Technology, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation, TTJ3E

The Ontario Curriculum, Technological Education, Grades 11 and 12, 2000

Credit Value

1

Description of the Placement Situation

The placement is a small, independent automotive shop repairs all automobile makes and models. The owner, who is a licensed automotive service technician, operates the business and employs three automotive technicians.

The student will predominantly work with one technician but may assist the other three technicians. The student will perform minor repairs on all automotive makes and models.

Credit Value of Cooperative Education Course        2

 

Related Course Expectations

 

 

Strand: Skills and Processes

SPV.01·· function effectively both as individuals and as members of a cooperative team to service and repair vehicles;

SP1.01 - use brainstorming techniques to help determine the best solution to a transportation-related challenge;

SP1.04 - develop a plan of procedures that indicates the steps required when repairing or servicing a vehicle;

SP1.05 - complete a work order for a specific transportation technology task;

SPV.02 · apply the technological principles of input, process, and output in troubleshooting vehicle systems;

SP2.01 - use effectively, store safely, and maintain in good working order measurement, hand, power, machine, and pneumatic tools and equipment required for basic service tasks;

SP2.04 - access and apply information from manuals, software databases, on-line information, and computerized diagnostic tools when troubleshooting and repairing components;

SPV.03 · use current technology when servicing, repairing, and modifying vehicles;

SP3.02 - conduct an accurate cost analysis of a repair or service and communicate the results of the analysis to a customer;

SP3.03 - produce oral, written, and word-processed reports of repairs or services;

 

SPV.04 · communicate clearly about transportation techniques and applications using appropriate transportation terms;

SP4.03 - use appropriate technical language in technical reports and presentations.

 

Strand: Impact and Consequences

ICV.02 · follow safe work practices in the transportation sector workplace, including safety procedures and practices and the use of protective clothing and gear;

IC2.01 - work safely when performing tasks in the transportation sector;

IC2.02 - use all required protective clothing and gear when working the transportation sector;

IC2.04 - use material safety data sheets (MSDS) from the WHMIS when handling materials;

ICV.04 · describe the career opportunities available in the transportation sector on graduation from high school;

ICV.05 · describe and evaluate the employability skills required to be successful in the workplace;

IC3.01 - describe apprenticeship and training opportunities in the transportation sector before and after graduation from high school;

IC3.02 - explain the importance of employability skills in achieving success in the workplace.

Cooperative Education Course

 

 

Rights and Responsibilities

R1 – the school and placement expectations that they are to achieve in the cooperative education course

R2 – placement-specific workplace health and safety considerations

 

R5 – the individual’s right to function in a climate free from abuse and harassment

R8 – appropriate methods of dealing with and reporting concerns or problems at the placement

Health and Safety

H1 – an understanding of workplace health and safety rules

H2 – the appropriate use of safety equipment, including fire extinguishers and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

H3 – an understanding of the need for personal protective equipment, including goggles, gloves, boots, and aprons

H4 – an understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

H5 – the correct handling of materials and equipment as specified in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) Training Program

H6 – an understanding of the coverage provided by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act

H7 – the procedures for reporting accidents

H8 – the procedures for reporting unsafe practices

 

 

Workplace Opportunities and Challenges

W1 – demonstrate the ability to access related career information

W4 – demonstrate an understanding of labour market trends and of the nature of the workplace in the future

W5 – demonstrate the ability to produce an effective exit resume

 

Reflective Learning

RL1 – relate the placement experience both to the curriculum expectations of the related course and to the expectations related to cooperative education, using a variety of strategies, activities, and tools

RL2 – reflect on and analyse their placement experiences

 

Employer’s Expectations

The employer expectations are the same as those identified from the related course and the Cooperative Education course.

See relevant learning skills, which are assessed with a rating scale for reporting purposes.

For OYAP students, see the training standards for the appropriate trade and its related training program.

 

Learning Opportunities at the Placement

 

Learning Strategies

The student has opportunities to learn about:

·          shop and tool maintenance;

·          performing oil changes;

·          winterizing vehicles;

·          rotating tires;

·          cleaning vehicles;

·          completing a work order;

·          developing a plan that illustrates the steps required to repair/service a vehicle;

·          communicating effectively;

·          working safely;

·          using diagnostic technology;

·          career opportunities available in the transportation sector.

 

The student learns through:

·          brainstorming

·          collaborative learning

·          conferencing/discussion

·          role modeling

·          independent study

·          one-to-one mentoring

·          journal writing

·          oral presentations

·          research

·          observation

·          reading

·          questioning

·          reflection

 


Assessment and Evaluation: Strategies and Scoring Tools

Purpose

Assessment and Evaluation Strategies

Scoring Tools

Expectations

Achievement Chart

Evaluation
70%

Performance Appraisal

Rubric

SPV.01, SPV.02, SPV.03, SPV.04, SP1.01, SP1.04, SP1.05, SP2.01, SP2.04, SP3.01, SP3.02, SP3.03, SP4.03, ICV.02, IC2.01, IC2.02, IC2.04

H1, H2, H3, H5

A

Evaluation
70%

Journal Writing

Rubric

W1, W2, W3, J3, R1, R2, R3, R5, R7, R8, H1, H2, H3, H4, H7, RL1, RL2, RL3

K/U, T, C, A

Evaluation
70%

Assignment: Career Research

Marking Scheme

W1, W4

ICV.04, IC3.01, IC3.02

K/U, T, C, A

Evaluation

Exit Résumé

Rubric

W5

C, A

Evaluation
30%

Report and Oral Presentation:

How Things Are Done in the Shop

Marking Scheme

SPV.01, SPV.02, SPV.03, SPV.04, SP1.04, SP1.05, SP2.04, SP3.01, SP3.02, SP3.02, SP3.03, SP4.03, ICV.02, IC2.01, IC2.02

H1, H3, R1, RL2

K/U, T, C, A

Evaluation
30%

Demonstration and Explanation:

Demonstrating My Skills

Rubric

K/U, T, C, A

Evaluation
30%

Report: Preparing a Maintenance Schedule

Rating Scale

K/U, T, C, A