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<p>Students undertake discipline-related work where they apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, depending on the role of the student within the placement. Students focus on personal and professional development, understanding the interplay at team, organisation and industry levels, and development of scientific skills and knowledge. It is a requirement for the student to find a suitable placement. The placement may involve field, laboratory, clinical and/or office based work.</p>
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<p>This unit provides the opportunity for students to apply learnt theoretical knowledge to practical situations and gain experience in a workplace environment. Topics may include: Application of theoretical knowledge to practical situations, depending on the role of the student within the placement. Field, clinical and/or office based work depending on the role of the student within the placement. A minumum of 12 days must be completed in the workplace.</p>
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Unit description
<p>Students undertake discipline-related work where they apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, depending on the role of the student within the placement. Students focus on personal and professional development, understanding the interplay at team, organisation and industry levels, and development of scientific skills and knowledge. It is a requirement for the student to find a suitable placement. The placement may involve field, laboratory, clinical and/or office based work.</p>
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<p>This unit provides the opportunity for students to apply learnt theoretical knowledge to practical situations and gain experience in a workplace environment. Topics may include: Application of theoretical knowledge to practical situations, depending on the role of the student within the placement. Field, clinical and/or office based work depending on the role of the student within the placement. A minumum of 12 days must be completed in the workplace.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019999 - Natural and Physical Sciences, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Ungraded (e.g. S-Satisfactory, UN-Unsatisfactory)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
96
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/sccor3016">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>the student has achieved at least 240 Credit Points prior to enrolment</p>
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>
Learning Outcomes
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Outcome
K1
<p>Describe the application of their theoretical knowledge in a workplace situation.</p>
K2
<p>Evaluate workplace structure and how this affects the completion of tasks.</p>
K3
<p>Recognise appropriate standards and approaches in the workplace.</p>
S1
<p>Explain the role of the employer in the wider context of your scientific discipline.</p>
S2
<p>Evaluate the appropriateness of activities in a wider social context.</p>
S3
<p>Assess the importance of project and time management.</p>
S4
<p>Communicate in a professional environment.</p>
S5
<p>Compile a professional project report.</p>
A1
<p>Demonstrate and apply theoretical knowledge in a workplace situation.</p>
A2
<p>Integrate knowledge, skills and understanding in the workplace that have been gained from the classroom and laboratory settings.</p>
A3
<p>Conduct tasks in the workplace in a professional manner.</p>
A4
<p>Communicate workplace experience to a scientific audience.</p>
Assessment
Learning Tasks and Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
1
<p>Completion of pre-placement arrangements including finding a suitable workplace relevant to the scientific discipline, submission of related forms, and approval by unit coordinator.</p>
<p>Completion of task</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K2, S4
2
<p>Completion of 96 hours of work experience in the workplace.</p>
<p>Completion of task</p>
<p>S/U</p>
A3
3
<p>Demonstrate knowledge and application of knowledge and skills, and the experiences gained in the practical/social/ economic context of the scientific discipline in the workplace.</p>
<p>Written Report</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S4, S5, A1
4
<p>Communicate the learnings and experiences gained in the worplace to a scientific audience.</p>
<p>Oral Presentation</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S4, A1, A4
5
<p>Undertake placement duties as directed and to a professional standard.</p>
<p>Workplace supervisor questionnaire</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K3, S3, S4, A1, A2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
No
FedTASK
FedTASK
Description of FedTASK outcome
Level
FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019999 - Natural and Physical Sciences, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Ungraded (e.g. S-Satisfactory, UN-Unsatisfactory)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
96
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/sccor3016">View unit fees</a>
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