Co-operative Placement (Engineering)

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2025/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Co-operative Placement (Engineering)

Unit ID:

COOPE9011

Credit Points:

30.00

Prerequisite(s):

At least 60 credit points from EZ9

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

Nil

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 30 days FTE work, taken either full-time or part-time. 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 - days

Supplementary Assessment:No

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

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge:

K1.	Demonstrate an understanding of professional behaviour aligned with industry-specific workplace ethical and cultural considerations.

K2.	Demonstrate self-awareness through the ability to develop and critically reflect on skills and knowledge applied in the workplace.

K3.	Demonstrate awareness of current OHS and other legislative requirements relevant to the workplace

Skills:

S1.	Demonstrate problem-solving skills by considering diverse perspectives and sustainability to effectively address organizational strategies and challenges.

S2.	Demonstrate capacity to listen actively and articulate ideas, information, and results clearly and concisely through effective written and oral communication skills for diverse professional audiences.

S3.	Operate as an effective team member by displaying initiative and working effectively, ethically and respectfully in diverse teams.

S4.	Demonstrate proficiency in appropriate digital literacy, managing time and completing set tasks.

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Reflect on relevant conceptual and theoretical knowledge as applied to practical work situations.

A2.	Seek, process, and apply feedback and report on progress.

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
1.	K1, K3, S2	Written document identifying learning objectives and approaches, agreed between the student, workplace supervisor and academic advisor	Learning Agreement	S/U
2.	K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, S4, A2	Performance review from supervisor at completion of placement and self-reflective feedback on own performance and workplace experience.	Questionnaire	S/U
3.	K2, S2, A1	Presentation at the completion of the placement. This should detail the tasks undertaken on placement, drawing on a reflective journal and include self-reflection on elements of academic learning that were incorporated on placement.	Presentation	S/U

Adopted Reference Style:

APA ()

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency