Workplace Learning

EDCI 52800 – Human Performance Technology

This course provides an introduction to human performance technology (HPT). It examines basic concepts and principles of human performance, the theoretical underpinnings of the field, research and application literature and various approaches to solving human performance problems. A systematic approach to the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement interventions within organizations is emphasized.

Total Credits: 3

EDCI 57200 – Learning Systems Design

This course is an introduction to the principles of designing instructional materials and to instructional communication theory and techniques. Topics include objectives, student characteristics, media selection, communication variables, message design, and systematic evaluation.

Total Credits: 3

EDCI 57700 – Strategic Assessment and Evaluation

This course explores principles and techniques that can be used to carry out evaluations within an organization. The course also examines several aspects of conducting evaluations, including planning and designing an evaluation, developing appropriate instruments, using various methods to collect information, analyzing information obtained from those methods and communicating results and recommendations. This course is designed to help learners understand the multiple ways that evaluation is used in instructional systems and provides opportunities to design various types of evaluation instruments. A portion of the course will examine the study of learner assessment as part of the evaluation of instructional programs; however, the course’s focus is dedicated to the study of program evaluation.

Total Credits: 3

Below are the materials required for this application. Visit the Office of Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars (OGSPS) website for more information about the requirements below.

• Resume
• Transcripts for every institution of higher education attended, including evidence of an awarded bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• A nonrefundable application fee is required in order for the application to be reviewed and considered for admission.

In addition to the items outlined in the Application Requirements section, international applicants must meet English Proficiency Requirements set by the Purdue Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars.

Please see our webpage on Graduate Application Helpful Tips. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please reach out to the Office of Graduate Studies.

Graduate Application Steps

1. Create an application account and log in to start your graduate application.
2. Select the following options for the Workplace Learning Graduate Certificate program:
   • Campus and Program Tab:
     • Select a Campus: Purdue West Lafayette (PWL)
     • Select your proposed graduate major: Curriculum and Instruction
   • First Choice Program Details Tab:
     • Please select an Area of Interest: Learning Design and Technology
     • Please select a degree objective: Workplace Learning Graduate Certificate
     • Primary Course Delivery: Distance (Online)
3. Some sections of the application that are NOT required include the following:
   • In the Additional Information section, faculty selections are not required. Faculty advisors are assigned by the program.
   • Test Scores
4. Upload required materials.
5. International Applicants must meet English Proficiency Requirements set by the Purdue Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars.
6. Once you are ready to submit your graduate application, please complete all sections and submit the application. The application must be fully submitted and the application fee paid in order for your application to be reviewed and considered for admission.
7. Check the status of your submitted application by logging into the application portal.

Once your application is complete, you will receive an email from the Office of Graduate Studies indicating that your application is complete and will be submitted for review.

_{*Applications submitted after the priority deadline will still be considered.}