| Effective Term: | 2027/05 |
| Institute / School : | Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability |
| Unit Title: | Co-operative Placement 2 (Science) |
| Unit ID: | COOPS2012 |
| Credit Points: | 30.00 |
| Prerequisite(s): | (COOPS1001) (At least 105 credit points from ANY subject-area at any level) |
| Co-requisite(s): | Nil |
| Exclusion(s): | (COOPC2006 and COOPC2026) |
| ASCED: | 019999 |
| 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 (COOPS2011 and COOPS2012). 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: |
| Level of Unit in Course | AQF Level(s) of Course | | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | | Introductory | | | | | | | | Intermediate | | | | | | | | Advanced | | | | | | |
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| Learning Outcomes: |
| Knowledge: |
| Skills: |
| Application of knowledge and skills: |
| Other outcomes: |
| O1. | Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour aligned with industry-specific workplace settings, recognising cultural and legislative requirements including OHS. |
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| O2. | Communicate effectively in oral and written forms, tailoring style for diverse professional audiences, and apply active listening in workplace contexts. |
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| O3. | Apply problem-solving skills and reflective practice to evaluate and improve performance and address challenges in authentic work environments. |
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| O4. | Collaborate productively and respectfully within diverse and inclusive teams, contributing to shared goals and professional workplace culture. |
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| O5. | Demonstrate proficiency in using relevant digital tools and time-management strategies to function effectively in the workplace. |
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| 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. |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Performance review from workplace supervisor at completion of placement and self-reflective feedback on own performance and workplace experience |
Performance review |
U/S |
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| 2. |
2, 3 |
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 |
U/S |
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