Bismarck State College Polytechnic At-A-Glance brochure

HANDS-ON LEARNING. WORKFORCE READY.

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As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College provides industryresponsive education to individuals seeking skills for employment or professional growth in high-priority occupations. We achieve this by collaborating with business and industry leaders to develop stackable credentials and degrees that impact the emerging economy.

STUDENTS BENEFIT BY • Learning through hands-on internships,

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY BENEFIT BY

practicums and field experience

• Driving economic growth with

years that lead to the workforce

• Forming recruitment opportunities

thinking and problem-solving skills via

• Growing talent, especially in High-

• Beginning career paths during their K–12 • Developing communication, critical

STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics)

• Gaining career awareness, exploration, preparation, training and real-world experience

• Connecting to the business community

Public Private Partnerships (P3s)

• Strengthening the workforce Priority Occupations (HPOs)

• Improving employee skill

• Promoting business growth

BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution is at the center of building sustainable communities. Workforce development leads to economic development, which leads to community development. With each of these entities working together, both community resources and human potential is maximized. Through collaboration, we can: •

Boost the economy and enrich our communities through industry partnerships

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Improve the health and wellness of our community through educational opportunities

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Create a highly skilled workforce to strengthen any industry

BUILDING WORKFORCE TO DRIVE THE ECONOMY

For every advanced-degree professional within a community, two individuals with a bachelor’s degree are necessary to support that professional, and seven highly skilled technical individuals are needed to make up the entire team. For example, a physician who needs a nurse and a physician’s assistant may also need to hire a business manager, an IT specialist, custodial staff and lab techs. Successful communities require teams of people with various skill sets. BSC educates the 7s and the 2s while preparing people to be the 1s through our business and industry partnerships.

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7:2:1RATIO of the 21st Century Workplace

Associate Degree and Industry-Recognized Certification Holders

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Bachelor Degree Holders

1

Graduate Degree Holder

INTERNET of THINGS INDUSTRY 4.0 MEDICAL

INDUSTRIAL

- Maintaining uptime of devices - Remote monitoring

- Smart Connected Products - Quality Control

UTILITIES

AGRICULTURE

- Demand management - Response Applications

- Soil quality - Weather conditions

ENVIRONMENTAL

MILITARY/DEFENSE

- Weather Analysis - Reduce traffic congestion

- Recognize/Identify targets - Defense intelligence

AUTOMOTIVE

COMMUNICATIONS

- Streamline manufacturing - Analyze vehicle behavioral data

- Global access - Reduce costs and energy

RETAIL

HOME

- Personalized advertisements - Automated checkouts

- Smart Temperative Control - Optimized energy use

North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution

INTERNET OF THINGS

The Internet of Things connects everything-impacting lives daily.

Being connected is advantageous; however, the rapid growth of technology and its complexity offers challenges, too.

These challenges can be overcome by adhering to the Industry 4.0 standards.

INDUSTRY 4.0

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (or Industry 4.0) is the ongoing automation of traditional manufacturing and industrial practices, using modern smart technology. The world is in the middle of the fourth industrial revolution with the continued expansion of computers into our operations, and the interconnectivity that results. It is imperative these standards be considered when developing curriculum and learning experiences, whether in the classroom, hands-on-training or through experience. The standards shown in the 4.0 spiral include all occupations, so graduates need to be prepared.

BSC is actively engaged in embedding these standards within our five sector program pillars: Health Sciences, Agriculture, Manufacturing/Automation, Cybersecurity and Energy.

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

CLOUD MES/MOM ADVANCED PROCESS CONTROL

DATA SCIENCE BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

SYSTEM INTEGRATION

INDUSTRY

4.0

AUGMENTED REALITY

CYBERSECURITY ROBOTS INTERNET OF THINGS

DIGITAL TWIN/ SIMULATION/ OPTIMIZATION

STEAM

BSC’s polytechnic mission advances the foundation of STEM with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, Mathematics). STEAM embraces creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and communication, and goes a step further by embracing curiosity and connection.

S T E A M SCIENCE

TECHNOLOGY

ENGINEERING

ARTS

MATH

PLANNING & ORGANIZING COMMUNICATIONS

PROBLEMSOLVING

LEADERSHIP

STEAM CRITICAL THINKING

TEAMWORK

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

INITIATIVE

RELIABILITY

K-12 PATHWAY MODEL

The K–12 pathway creates a model for both students and educators to follow.

Pathway fundamentals include internships, Work-Study programs and integrated learning environments. The pathways help students identify and enroll in courses leading to specific career fields or occupations. Clearly defined pathways between K-12 and BSC enable students to prepare themselves for higher education. Students can even earn college credit and industry credentials while in 10–12th grade.

ENTRY LEVEL TECHNICIAN

SPECIALIST/ OPERATOR

SUPERVISOR/ INDUSTRY LEADER

K-12 PATHWAY

MIDDLE SCHOOL/ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Career Exploration Intro Courses

HIGH SCHOOL

Industry Certification

General Education Courses

(where applicable)

Elective Focus Area

Certificates

BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE

Associate in Arts Associate in Science Associate in Applied Science

Bachelor of Applied Science

CAREER PATHWAY

North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution is creating career pathways using stackable credentials offered in flexible and affordable means that allow students and adult learners to advance education in a manner that best fits their life. The rising trajectory of the pathway provides direction, vision and a goal. Programs align with business and industry demands, and students learn and develop employable skills that are job specific. Multiple entry and exit points make the pathways flexible and welcoming to students at various levels of their educational journey.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE OF APPLIED SCIENCE

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INDUSTRY

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STANDARD ASSOCIATE DEGREE OR

SPECIALIZED ASSOCIATE DEGREE

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC CERTIFICATE K-12/BSC CERTIFICATE

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC CERTIFICATE

GENERAL ED.

CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATE

(16 Credits)

(16 Credits)

CERTIFICATE K-12 PARTNERS

(16 Credits)

(College Credits)

PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS & CAREER PATHWAYS K-12/COLLEGE/EMPLOYEE

EMPLOYER

STANDARD ASSOCIATE DEGREE

TRADITIONAL DEGREE PATH

SPECIALIZED ASSOCIATE DEGREE

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Business and Industry Leadership Team (BILT) BILT is a collaborative leadership model that allows business

and industry to offer direct input in the development of college programs. BILT can: •

Identify required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

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Have mutual ownership in program development

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Give valued advice for greater commitment and better results

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Forge professional relationships

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Produce workforce-ready job candidates

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CAREER PLACEMENT

CAREER PLACEMENT – 98% of BSC graduates are employed or continuing their education.

Programs offered by North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution are developed in partnership with employers, alumni, other working professionals and the BILT. These groups provide strategic advice and feedback to BSC faculty and leadership on industry trends directly impacting curriculum for programs and courses. This direct access to industry leaders and employers is one of the reasons why polytechnic graduates have such a high employment rate.

To better serve the employment needs of BSC students, an online career service system is available for students and alumni seeking employment with local, regional and national companies. Students may also seek assistance with finding part-time, summer or permanent employment. BSC Career Services also provides reliable tools to assess the interest of students; offer education and career options; prepare students for job searches; and connect students to employment opportunities.

THE POLYTECHNIC ADVANTAGE Hands-on practical and purposeful learning.

Flexible career pathways that fit your life.

Professional connections to enrich your career.

1500 Edwards Ave. PO Box 5587 Bismarck, ND 58506