Module Details

Module Code: PLCE H7009
Full Title: Work Placement (Sport)
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 30
Module Owner:: David Cranny
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: The work placement is a key element of the student's learning experience. The main aim of work placement is for students to gain practical experience in a supported and professional environment of an appropriate work field. The placement is an opportunity for students to apply theory to practice, develop their professionalism and to engage in a process of self-awareness and reflective practice under the supervision of a dedicated work supervisor. Students must comply with the process through which the work placement is organised, approved and assessed in order to be eligible for placement.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Identify personal strengths and express knowledge of the chosen sector and employment opportunities and requirements within the sector.
MLO2 Develop and apply transferable skills in a broad range of professional activities.
MLO3 Assess personal growth and professional performance in the work environment through reflective practice.
MLO4 Compare the linkages between academic theories and the real-life, work based environment.
MLO5 Evaluate their professional ability and future career opportunities.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Pre-placement Requirements
The Placement Officer will timetable 4 compulsory pre-placement workshops. Students must attend and complete associated activities on Moodle including sign Terms & Conditions of placement, complete Professional Profile, upload CV and Sign Code of Conduct.
Portfolio
The work placement portfolio can consist of a Reflective Learning Report/ Diary, Learning Log and/or Industry/ Sector Specific Project. Work placement records such as the, Learning Contract, Induction Checklist, Student Progress Report, Hours Record, Supervision Records and other programme specific supporting documents should also feature in the appendices.
Mid-way / Student Progress Report
The college academic supervisor will undertake one site visit. In preparation for this meeting the student must submit a Student Progress Report detailing their progress, their opportunity to apply theory to practice, challenges and strengths in experience. They are also asked to self-evaluate their own competency development. Students are expected to show developing professionalism, increased self-awareness and to outline relevant concepts, theory or academic frameworks
Placement Visits
Each Placement student will receive a placement visit from a DkIT Lecturer/ Tutor over the course of their placement.
Work Supervisor Evaluation Report/ Practical Skills Evaluation
The Work Supervisor will provide feedback on the students performance and progress whilst out on placement. Each placement supervisor will be given a standard feedback framework which they must complete and submit to the Institute’s Academic Supervisor/ Placement Development Officer. Each student must achieve a pass in order to pass the placement module. This will be PASS/FAIL Basis only
Presentation
Students should critically reflect on their personal and professional learning experiences and present this learning through an oral presentation.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 60
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Reflective Learning Portfolio As part of students’ work placement they are expected to prepare a Reflective Learning Portfolio comprising a reflective piece of writing which critically evaluates the learning from the work placement in terms of personal growth and professional development. The portfolio must also include Work Placement Records & Documentation. including - Pre Placement Reflection - Learning Contract - Induction Checklist - Student Progress Report (mid way) - Hours Record - Placement Verification Form.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 15
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students should critically reflect on their
personal and professional learning
experiences and present this learning
through an oral presentation.
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 25
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Personal reflection and overall evaluation of the work placement experience
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 60
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Reflective Learning Portfolio As part of students’ work placement they are expected to prepare a Reflective Learning Portfolio comprising a reflective piece of writing which critically evaluates the learning from the work placement in terms of personal growth and professional development. The portfolio must also include Work Placement Records & Documentation. including - Pre Placement Reflection - Learning Contract - Induction Checklist - Student Progress Report (mid way) - Hours Record - Placement Verification Form
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 15
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students should critically reflect on their personal and professional learning experiences and present this learning through an oral presentation.
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 25
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Personal reflection and overall evaluation of the work placement experience
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Reattendance
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. Therefore reassessment on this module will require the student to reattend (i.e. retake) the module in its entirety.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Practical Contact Standard Working Week Every Week 35.00 35
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.00 5
Total Weekly Learner Workload 40.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 35.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Practical Contact Standard Working week Every Week 35.00 35
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.00 5
Total Weekly Learner Workload 40.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 35.00
 
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • DkIT. DkIT Work Placement Handbook.