To provide the learner with the experience of working in a relevant industry and put into practice the knowledge and skills gained on the academic phase of the course
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
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Learning Outcome Description
LO1
Function within a professional work environment.
LO2
Apply knowledge, skills and competencies acquired during the programme of study to the work place
LO3
Describe the organisation and operational practices of the host company and their role within it
LO4
Demonstrate development and application of interpersonal and self-management transferrable skills, such as communication,
problem solving, teamwork, etc.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
Indicative Content
Work Placement
To prepare the students for work placement there will be a 1-hour tutorial session each week in the first term. Prospective supervisors from our industrial partners will give a presentation to the students on their company, their work, and what is expected of the students during placement. The industrial placement will last for six months. This module is assessed on a Pass/Fail basis
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown
%
Project
100.00%
Assessments
Full Time
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type
Project
% of Total Mark
100
Timing
n/a
Learning Outcomes
1,2,3,4
Non-marked
No
Assessment Description Student placement final report of host enterprise and the overall experience, e.g. company organisational structure, learning outcomes, etc. This report must be submitted upon completion of the placement module Students may also have to present Peer group presentation concerning their placement at the end of the placement period. Students will maintain a reflective diary and learning log during their placement period. This will be used to compile their final report and this must be signed and verified by the employer. A report from the employer regarding the student performance on placement will also be required.
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type
Workload Category
Contact Type
Workload Description
Frequency
Average Weekly Learner Workload
Hours
Tutorial
Contact
Placement Preparation
12 Weeks per Stage
1.00
12
Lecture
Contact
Placement in Company
Per Semester
29.52
738
Total Weekly Contact Hours
30.52
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources