Co-operative Placement 1 (Engineering)

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2027/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Co-operative Placement 1 (Engineering)

Unit ID:

COOPE2011

Credit Points:

30.00

Prerequisite(s):

(COOPE1001) (At least 105 credit points from ANY subject-area at any level)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(BUGEN3751 and BUGEN3752 and COOPC2005 and COOPC2025 and SCCOR3003 and SCCOR3014)

ASCED:

039999

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

The co-operative industry placement provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and gain valuable experience and insights into workplace culture and practice, relevant to their field of study. During this time, students will undertake an approved work program, within their discipline area, designed by their workplace supervisor and supported by an academic advisor. The paid placement comprises at least 60 days FTE work, taken either full-time or part-time, and is divided across 2 units (COOPE2011 and COOPE2012). Students will reflect on the skills, experience, and professional competency they have obtained and receive constructive feedback and evaluation from their employer.

Grade Scheme:

Ungraded (S, UN)

Work Experience Indicator:

Student is undertaking work experience in industry where learning and performance is not directed by the provider, but support is received from the provider. Fees (provider may charge a student contribution amount or tuition fee).

Placement Component:

Yes - 30 days

Supplementary Assessment:No

Supplementary assessment is not available to students who gain a fail in this Unit.

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge:

Skills:

Application of knowledge and skills:

Other outcomes:

O1.	Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour aligned with industry-specific in workplace settings, recognising cultural and legislative requirements including OHS

O2.	Communicate effectively in oral and written forms, tailoring style for diverse professional audiences, and apply active listening in workplace contexts

O3.	Apply problem-solving skills and reflective practice to evaluate and improve performance and address challenges in authentic work environments

O4.	Collaborate productively and respectfully within diverse and inclusive teams, contributing to shared goals and professional workplace culture

O5.	Demonstrate proficiency in using relevant digital tools and time-management strategies to function effectively in the workplace

Unit Content:

The content of the student placement will be determined in collaboration with the workplace supervisor and academic advisor. In placement, the student will undertake cognate, meaningful work in their area of study. It is expected that students will be integrated into the workplace, throughout the duration of their placement.

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting	Professional Standards
1.	2, 4, 5	Written document identifying learning objectives and approaches, agreed between the student, workplace supervisor and academic advisor	Learning Agreement	S/U
2.	2, 3	Project management knowledge and proposal of business plan	Risk assessment matrix and business proposal plan	U/S
3.	2, 3	Circular economy and sustainability knowledge and proposal of circular economy business plan	Circular product design and circular economy/sustainability proposal plan	U/S
4.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	Self-reflective feedback on own performance and workplace experience	Questionnaire	U/S

Adopted Reference Style:

IEEE ()

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency