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<p>In this subject, students undertake 120 hours of full-time or part-time equivalent industry placement as a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component required for the successful completion of their course. Students can nominate an organisation of their choice however, they must seek the approval of the Subject Coordinator before the commencement of the industry placement. Students have the option to work in an organisation in Australia, or within a department/division of Western Sydney University carrying out ICT related tasks or globally, with the exception of their home country for non-Australian resident students. This provides an opportunity for real-world experience in the ICT industry in Australia as well as anywhere in the world. Students with substantial post-qualification work experience in Australia or globally (with the exception of their home country for non-Australian residents) may be eligible for advanced standing for this subject.</p>
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<p>A 120 hrs full time or part-time equivalent of industrial training in the ICT industry performing following tasks:</p>
<p>1. Find details of assigned workplace including relevant work practices and procedures</p>
<p>2. Follow relevant work practices and procedures</p>
<p>3. Perform appropriate workplace tasks as directed</p>
<p>4. Seek feedback on assigned tasks from appropriate person</p>
<p>5. Document evidence of activities carried as required</p>
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Unit description
<p>In this subject, students undertake 120 hours of full-time or part-time equivalent industry placement as a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component required for the successful completion of their course. Students can nominate an organisation of their choice however, they must seek the approval of the Subject Coordinator before the commencement of the industry placement. Students have the option to work in an organisation in Australia, or within a department/division of Western Sydney University carrying out ICT related tasks or globally, with the exception of their home country for non-Australian resident students. This provides an opportunity for real-world experience in the ICT industry in Australia as well as anywhere in the world. Students with substantial post-qualification work experience in Australia or globally (with the exception of their home country for non-Australian residents) may be eligible for advanced standing for this subject.</p>
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<p>A 120 hrs full time or part-time equivalent of industrial training in the ICT industry performing following tasks:</p> <p>1. Find details of assigned workplace including relevant work practices and procedures</p> <p>2. Follow relevant work practices and procedures</p> <p>3. Perform appropriate workplace tasks as directed</p> <p>4. Seek feedback on assigned tasks from appropriate person</p> <p>5. Document evidence of activities carried as required</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
0
EFTSL:
0
Field of education:
029999 - Information Technology, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Ungraded (e.g. S-Satisfactory, UN-Unsatisfactory)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
120
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/aiwsu7004">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Relate academic course material to workplace conditions</p>
S1
<p>Develop experience in various aspects of ICT industry such as planning, organising and managing ICT projects as well as adapting to workplace culture in Australia or globally)</p>
S2
<p>Develop appropriate workplace skills, work habits and professional attitudes by working with professionals</p>
A1
<p>Communicate effectively in a variety of forms to diverse audiences Work in a team environment</p><p><br></p>
A2
<p>Work in a team environment</p>
Assessment
Learning Tasks and Assessment
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<p>A daily kept diary with the employer’s</p><p>evaluation at the end of each week</p>
<p>Participation</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, S1, S2
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<p>A 2-3 pages report detailing the tasks and responsibilities undertaken by the student</p>
<p>Log/Workbook</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, S1, S2, A1, A2
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<p>A standard form (approx. 1 page) is provided for Employer to fill in and submit to the subject coordinator as a confidential report.</p>
<p>Professional Placement Performance</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, S1, S2, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
No
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
0
EFTSL:
0
Field of education:
029999 - Information Technology, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Ungraded (e.g. S-Satisfactory, UN-Unsatisfactory)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
120
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/aiwsu7004">View unit fees</a>
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