Abstract

This subject focuses on the development of the student's professional identity, knowledge and work practice. Through closer integration of theoretical constructs with their current or proposed work environment they will have the opportunity to extend their critical reflective practice, and further explore their own personal development, professional skills, and work … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Developing critical reflective practiceFitting into an organisationRational work attitude and self-managementNegotiation, influence and conflict resolutionPresentation SkillsProfessional behaviour and ethicsUsing mentoring to advance development

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to critically reflect on and evaluate the application of theory in a workplace setting;
2.
be able to apply knowledge of contemporary thinking in employability skills, career planning and development to enhance personal skills applicable to the work environment;
3.
be able to develop practical competence through personal professional experience by participating in work placement; and
4.
be able to evaluate personal development across a range of professional practice skills.

Assumed knowledge

ITC105 and (ITC233 or ITC206 or ITC292 or ITC293)

Enrolment restrictions

Only available to Bachelor of Information Technology students.  Not Available to Study Centre students.

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 105 hours Details Students are given the opportunity to develop their employability skills through 105 hours (15 days) of activity completed as a work placement with a new host organisation or a new project or higher duties undertaken with a current employer.

Learning activities