41045 Professional Practice Preparation 2

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UTS: Engineering: Professional Practice and Leadership
Credit points: 3 cp

Subject level:

Undergraduate

Result type: Pass fail, no marks

Requisite(s): (41038 Professional Practice Review 1 AND (144 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 144 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09071 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Business Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 144 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09073 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Science Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 144 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09075 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Medical Science Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 144 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09124 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of International Studies Diploma Professional Engineering Practice))

Description

This latter-stage undergraduate subject assists students to develop as professional engineers and supports preparation for the second stage of the Professional Practice Program. Through participation in five workshops students develop and demonstrate their understanding of employment-related processes; ethical practice and decision-making; social responsibility and sustainability; diversity and inclusion; opportunities for leadership and 'followership'; creativity and innovation; and the complexities of workplace culture. The workshops offer a range of collaborative and experiential learning activities in which students actively engage with their peers, reflect on their learning and refine their communication skills appropriate for professional practice. Students review their past practice and consider their future development needs against the requirements of the Engineers Australia Stage 2 Competency Standard. Reflective practice is embedded throughout the subject to foster the development of students' strategies for continued professional development and lifelong learning.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

1.	Articulate preparedness for participating in an engineering workplace as appropriate for a senior internship. (F.1)
2.	Document and communicate capabilities to contribute to a workplace and engage in workplace learning. (E.1)

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)

This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):

• Collaborative and Communicative: FEIT graduates work as an effective member or leader of diverse teams, communicating effectively and operating within cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural contexts in the workplace. (E.1)
• Reflective: FEIT graduates critically self-review their performance to improve themselves, their teams, and the broader community and society. (F.1)

Contribution to the development of graduate attributes

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

This subject contributes to the development of the following Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies:

• 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
• 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.

Teaching and learning strategies

Professional Practice Preparation 2 helps prepare you for your workplace experience by fostering an awareness of the competency requirements of your profession and broadening your understanding of the activities in professional engineering practice using the following strategies:

Workshops: In the workshop sessions students explore five module topics in depth. Each session requires a high level of peer interaction as students collaborate to work through a series of tasks involving activities such as problem-solving; reflecting and sharing workplace experiences; and giving and receiving feedback. The skills and attributes developed throughout these sessions relate directly to the issues that students may encounter on the senior internship. The emphasis on team-based learning means all students are expected to attend all sessions.

Pre-class preparation activities: Students are required to complete readings and notes prior to each session. Student responses to the readings are used in class to add depth to discussion which is an essential component to each student's contribution to the collaborative learning environment.

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Worksheets, Pre-work and Resume

Intent:	You will be engaged in a variety of pre-class, in-class and post-class activities based on the topics under investigation across the five sessions. You will be assessed on your engagement with the materials, insight into your learning, pre-class preparation, communication skills and your ability to collaborate with and provide feedback to your peers.
Objective(s):	This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 and 2 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): E.1 and F.1
Type:	Exercises
Groupwork:	Individual
Criteria:	Task 1: Content, written communication

Assessment task 2: Eng Aust Stage 2 Competence Development Plan

Intent:	The objective of this task is to maximise your learning and success for your senior internship. You will develop four learning goals, consider the types of activities you will need to become involved in to achieve these goals, and to develop a plan to accomplish these goals during your senior internship. Learning goals and activities will be developed in accordance with the Engineers Australia Stage 2 Competency Standard – Professional Engineer.
Objective(s):	This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 and 2 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): E.1 and F.1
Type:	Exercises
Groupwork:	Individual
Criteria:	Task 2: Content, written communication, presentation

Assessment task 3: Seminar Report or alternative “Interview” Video

Intent:	Your objective for this task is to demonstrate an understanding of the social context in which professional practice occurs and the professional competencies that need to be developed to practice effectively.
Objective(s):	This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 and 2 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): E.1 and F.1
Type:	Exercises
Groupwork:	Individual
Length:	800 word report or 5 minute video
Criteria:	Task 3: Content, written communication, presentation

Minimum requirements

In order to pass this subject, students must attempt and pass each assessment task.

Students who do not submit all assessment tasks by the due dates may be referred to the Responsible Academic Officer under Student Rule 3.8.2, and a fail result may be recorded for this subject.