Unit details
SLE301 - Professional Practice
| Offered at: | (B, W) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously coded as: | SQA301 |
| Cohort rule: | This unit is only available to students enrolled in S393, S394, S398, S382, S399 |
| Unit chair: | R Cooke |
| Prerequisite: | Must have completed 12 credit points of study |
| Corequisite: | STP010 |
| Contact hours: | 6 x 2 hour compulsory lectures per trimester |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The effective application of environmental science techniques requires appropriate and effective environmental programs to be in place throughout the community. These programs must address diverse issues at all levels, including education, and require personnel with skills beyond technical expertise. In this unit the development of generic, employment-related professional skills will be achieved through a combination of preparatory workshop sessions and lectures, and a minimum two-week placement or for a negotiated period over the trimester to a minimum of 80 hours within a relevant, course-related organisation. Approval must be granted by the Unit Chair prior to the commencement of the placement. The professional development workshop sessions will include identifying and developing personal and employment-related skills, such as job and resume preparation and interview techniques. Other employment-related issues covered include equal opportunity, awareness of cultural differences, occupational health and safety, risk management and performance evaluation. During the placement students will be encouraged to undertake a project to consolidate or enhance existing professional skills.
Assessment
Self-assessment 10%, job application 30%, mock interview 15%, supervisor's report 15% (for completion of 80 hours work placement and satisfactory employers’ evaluation report), graduate capabilities assessment 30%. To be eligible to obtain a pass in this unit students must complete 80 hours volunteer work to the satisfaction of the environmental organisation.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1076 | $1076 | $3750 | $3503 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
