Work Placement

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2025/02

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Work Placement

Unit ID:

SCCOR3015

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(At least 240 credit points from ANY subject-area at any level)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

Nil

ASCED:

019999

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

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 and/or office based work.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

Placement Component: No

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:

Unit Content:

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 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.

Graduate Attributes:

Learning Outcomes Assessed

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Type

Weighting

Professional Standards

Adopted Reference Style:

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency