PLCE U7001 - Work Placement

Module Details

Module Code: PLCE U7001
Full Title: Work Placement
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2021/22 ( September 2021 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 20
Module Owner:: Niall Coghlan
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 Work Placement Requirements
Students must engage in the Placement Preparation Process in order to be permitted to attend Work Placement. This includes attendance at 4 compulsory workshops and associated activities (see table below). Full engagement is required in order to be eligible for placement and will be monitored by the Placement Office.
Work Placement Portfolio
Each student will submit a work placement portfolio to their Academic Supervisor. This report must be submitted on completion of the placement. This report is required to include as a minimum: Organisational Details & Structure, Duties & Responsibilities, Specific Case Study, Personal & Professional Development, Linking Theory to Practice, Reflective Observations and Evidence of Experience.
Core Assessment Area for Work Based Competencies
Each of following areas will guide the work placement assessment 1. Willingness to Learn 2. Communication Skills 3. Organisational Skills 4. Problem Solving 5. Initiative 6. Professional Attitude & Behaviour and discipline specific technical skills.
Work Placement Midway Review:
Through a guided reflective process the student will be asked to share their placement experiences to date - focusing on transitions to the work place, key achievements, challenges, sharing strategies for the work place and setting goals for remaining period on work placement. This can be achieved through the students’ progress report and/recall day. This will be used to inform the placement visit.
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 Other % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 3 Learning Outcome 1,2
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
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.
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 13 Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
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.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Mid-way / Student Progress Report: 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
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 12 Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
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. PASS/FAIL
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 13 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.
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 6 Week Work Placement or Alternative Once per semester 14.00 210
Lecture Contact Pre-Placement Lectures Once per semester 0.27 4
Independent Study Non Contact Preparation of CV, Reports, Presentation etc. Once per semester 8.87 133
Directed Reading Non Contact Pre-placement research and preparation. Once per semester 8.87 133
Total Weekly Learner Workload 32.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 14.27
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Practical Contact 6 Week Work Placement or Alternative Once per semester 14.00 210
Lecture Contact Pre-Placement Lectures Once per semester 0.27 4
Independent Study Non Contact Preparation of CV, Reports, Presentation etc. Once per semester 8.87 133
Directed Reading Non Contact Pre-placement research and preparation. Once per semester 8.87 133
Total Weekly Learner Workload 32.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 14.27
 
Module Resources
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