Department of Organization, Workforce, and Leadership Studies

CTE 3304. Human Relations for Career and Technical Education Teachers.

This course emphasizes the combination of psychological and sociological factors that influence relationships of CTE teachers in the pursuit of professional duties. Strategies for teaching students and mentoring employees on the dynamics of human relations are highlighted.

CTE 3313A. Special Needs Students in CTE.

This course involves in-depth studies of characteristics, principles of inclusion, development and implementation of individualized programs of instruction and collaboration with school personnel for effective education of special needs students, including special education, limited-language proficiency, and gifted and talented students. (MULT).

CTE 3313L. Civic Engagement as Global Citizenship.

To live, compete, and innovate in a global society, students need learning experiences that are rooted in the messy intricacies of the real world. To provide such experiences, “Civic Engagement as Global Citizenship” is a field-based, experiential course that provides students with much needed boundary-spanning approaches to learning about community-based issues within the context of global citizenship.

CTE 3313M. Creative Thinking.

This course introduces students to creative thinking skills-building techniques. Students in this course will engage in weekly activities to practice creative thinking skill acquisition and will learn the importance of fostering creative thinking in the workplace. By the end of the course, students will have knowledge of past creative thinkers who have helped change the world and will have tools to become the next generation of change-making creative thinkers.

CTE 3313N. Problem Solving and Decision Making.

This course surveys the great mental models, explores data types, and overviews basic analytical tools and models to make informed decisions. When problems arise, how do you confront them? How do you approach problems and make decisions? We form mental models all the time without knowing. But power comes when you consciously build a latticework of mental models and deliberately apply tools to make better decisions, solve problems and improve your outcomes.

CTE 3313O. Health and Safety in the Workplace.

Workplace health and safety refers to the right of every employee to carry out daily work in a safe environment—regardless of industry, size, location, and type of organization. This course provides the tools, guiding practices, and resources for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace, and for safeguarding one's person on the job, especially in workplaces where there are high risks of injury. Students’ products from the course provides employers with evidence of worker competency in health and safety in the workplace.

CTE 3313P. Project Management.

This course offers tools, questions, reviews, guiding practices, and exercises that will help students build a roadmap to project management and leadership success. This course will help project managers at any level overcome some of the most common challenges they face by: effectively managing a demanding workload; leading and motivating a team; building effective relationships with senior stakeholders; managing risks, issues, and changes to scope; and delegating effectively.

CTE 3313Q. Teamwork.

In this course, students will learn the differences between a group and a team, how to lead a team, how to become an effective team player, and how to resolve conflicts in teams. This course describes the lifecycle of teams and team roles. Ultimately, students will be equipped with strategies for setting up teams and managing teams effectively.

CTE 3313R. ACCEYSS Learning Community: Action-Research in Communities of Color to Equip Youth for STEM Success.

This course is a Service-Learning Section designated course that introduces undergraduate students to culturally responsive, community-engaged, participatory, action, and P-20 STEM workforce research. During this course, students will work with the ACCEYSS (Association of Collaborative Communities Equipping Youth for STEM Success) Network, a local community partner, and its network of faith-based and community partners across the Greater San Marcos region. Students will learn data collection, data analysis, and other methodological approaches to conducting participatory action research at assigned ACCEYSS partner sites. Students will receive mentorship from the instructor and a postdoctoral scholar while learning in a real-world environment.

CTE 3313T. Private Aircraft Operations.

This course allows students to explore the dynamics of flight through the investigation into and proper operations of private aircraft. Classroom study, flight simulator experiences, and practical flight time combine the theory of flying with practical flight instruction. Students will be prepared to attempt certification as a private pilot.

CTE 3313U. Instrument Flight Rules for Aviation.

This exploration of aviation's Instrument Flight Rules combines a thorough review of the standard aircraft instrumentation array including how these devices function and the nature of the the information conveyed by them to a flight crew. The course also reviews how aircraft instruments are used to ensure safe aircraft navigation, assessment of aircraft system function, and as a part of emergency response. Practical implementation of these concepts in real-world scenarios is also incorporated into the course. Prerequisite: CTE 3313T with a grade of "D" or better.

CTE 3313V. Theory of Commercial Flight.

This course explores advanced aircraft systems, aerodynamics, federal aviation regulations, airports and airspace, navigation, and performance from the perspective of commercial aviation. The course includes theory of commercial aircraft operations and practical application to real-world aviation scenarios. Prerequisite: CTE 3313T and CTE 3313U with grades of "D" or better.

CTE 3313W. Principles and Methods of Flight Instruction.

This course focuses on the techniques for teaching prospective pilots under visual and instrument rules are included in this course which also includes theory of adult learning, creation of lesson plans, learning modules, and appropriate assessments for aircraft operation instruction. Prerequisite: CTE 3313T, and CTE 3313U, and CTE 3313V all with a grade of "D" or better.

CTE 3313X. Theory of Multi-Engine Aircraft Operations.

This course explores the multi-engine aircraft theory and aerodynamics, pre-flight requirements for safe operation of multi-engine aircraft, and flight and landing maneuvers for aircraft of this type. Prerequisite: CTE 3313T, and CTE 3313U, and CTE 3313V, and CTE 3313W all with grades of a "D" or better.

CTE 3315. Leadership and Professional Development.

This course prepares students to examine and apply principles of leadership to create their own applicable model of influencing others. Topics covered include leadership behavior, strategic thinking, managing energy, and getting results within an organization.

CTE 3320. Effective Methods of Teaching and Training.

This is an introductory/fundamental course for instructors in trade and industrial education seeking certification and technical trainers who are not seeking certification. It is designed to prepare these individuals to apply effective teaching principles and techniques, to prepare lesson plans, and manage classrooms. Practice teaching will be included.

CTE 3321. Work-based Learning in Career and Technical Education.

This course is intended for teacher coordinators of work-based program in trade and industrial cooperative education. There is an emphasis on selection of occupations and appropriate training stations, student recruitment, instruction coordination in on-the-job educational experiences, state and local report preparation and required record keeping systems.

CTE 3322. Teaching and Training as Professions.

This course emphasizes the professional requirements of teaching and training in a variety of settings. Professional topics include licensure and preparation for the profession, organizations, philosophical foundations of teaching and training, and the socio-political landscape of teaching and training.

CTE 3323. Technology Applications.

This course covers the use and integration of computers in the classroom or office. Topics include history of computers, use of word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation software; overview of common computer programs; history and use of the Internet, and computer security.

CTE 3324. Entrepreneurship in Schools, Communities, and the Workplace.

Students will gain an in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship and its application in the contexts of schools, communities, and the workplace. This course intersects entrepreneurial concepts in career and technical education with educational entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, and intrapreneurship.

CTE 3330. STEM Literacy for the Workplace.

This course focuses on the STEM literacy skills important for success in a diverse workplace.

CTE 3340. Occupational Skills for the 21st Century.

This course allows students to explore past and present occupational trends, new and emerging occupations and the 21st century occupational skills necessary for success. Students will explore transferability of occupational skills and how these skills are applied and packaged for career transitions.

CTE 3370. Introduction to Leadership.

This course provides an overview of current leadership theory and research with emphasis on practical application. Topics include leadership styles, models of effective leadership, and strategies for leadership success.

CTE 3380. Education and Training Programs in Workforce Settings.

This course helps students investigate the range of programs related to education and training in Workforce settings. Students will investigate government policies, program coordination techniques, and organizations related to learning in the workplace. Students will explore local programs.

CTE 3381. Strategies for Education and Training in Workforce Settings.

This course provides an overview of identifying curriculum, individual learning styles, needs of learners in the workforce, instructional strategies, providing support for diverse learners, inclusive instructional strategies, and the use of technology and assessment in workforce settings. (MULT).

CTE 4310. Independent Study in Career and Technical Education.

This course is an independent study of various subjects in CTE. Work is done on an independent basis under the direction of the faculty member. Repeatable for credit with different emphases.

CTE 4315. Creating a Purposeful Life Plan: A Journey of Self-Exploration and Discovery.

This course introduces analytical tools and work-life balance principles students use as they develop their personal and professional goals in creating a purposeful life plan. The impact of social media platforms and mobile app technologies on the management of personal and professional goals is also covered.

OCED 3310. Human Problems in the Workplace.

Overview of problems that supervisors, teachers, and co-workers encounter in business/industry, social service, military, or education. This range of problems interferes with communication, performance, and development of proficiency in school/work. Perspectives and reports on the incidence of these problems will be presented, as well as actions for these human problems.

OCED 3350. Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Degree.

Students in this course will apply critical and reflective thinking to develop an individualized plan consisting of interdisciplinary studies courses that meet their career goals. Students will also assess their needs for earning credits through prior learning assessment (PLA), and identify potential capstone projects aligned with their professional goals. Prerequisite: 2.25 Overall GPA; Texas State GPA of 2.25. Corequisite: OCED 4350.

OCED 4111. Independent Study in Occupational Education.

This is an independent study course that allows research on topics in occupational education related to a student’s interests. Work may include individual research, critical reviews or integration of existing bodies of knowledge. Course may be repeated for credit.

OCED 4302. Trends and Issues in OWLS.

This course examines emerging trends and issues impacting today's workplace. Topics may include aging workforce, financial and mental wellness, and diversity.

OCED 4325. Development and Change in Organizations.

This course focuses on organization development and change in government, private business, not-for-profit, and educational organizations. Topics covered include evaluation models, interventions at the organization, individual, and team levels, as well as change management strategies.

OCED 4350. Adult Development and Career Planning.

This course introduces students to human development, learning theory, transition theory, interdisciplinary studies, career planning and assessment, and goal setting relevant to developing a professional growth plan. (WI). Prerequisite: 2.25 Overall GPA; Current Texas State students must also have a Texas State GPA of 2.25. Corequisite: OCED 3350.

OCED 4360. Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Capstone Part 1.

This is the first part of a two-part capstone devoted to the development of the student's supervised capstone project. Proposal development, review of literature, creation of timelines, and task analysis are stressed. Following instructor approval, work on the capstone project begins in this course. (WI) Prerequisites: OCED 3350 and OCED 4350 both with grades of "D" or better and instructor approval. Corequisites: OCED 4361 with a grade of "D" or better.

OCED 4361. Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Capstone Part 2.

This is the second part of a two-part capstone devoted to the development of the student's supervised capstone project. Application of knowledge, abilities, and skills acquired in the degree program is stressed. It requires extensive reports and documentation. (WI) Corequisite: OCED 4360 with a grade of "D" or better.