MATH3600
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) allows students to integrate real world skills and experience with theoretical concepts and knowledge obtained during their studies, improving graduate employability. Students will undertake a WIL experience relevant to those who have a developed knowledge of mathematics and/or statistics. Students may complete their WIL within a range of professional contexts including the private sector, government, university, NGOs or community organisations.The student will have an active role in organising this WIL experience, however, students will need to consult with the Course Coordinator prior to approaching companies or organisations. The Course Coordinator will ensure the WIL experience is appropriate and does not adversely affect other existing WIL activities or courses of the University. A nominated supervisor within the host organisation will be required. In addition to the 140 hours of WIL, students will be expected to complete up to 40 hours of addition study load, which includes the completion of assessments, and on-campus contact hours.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate discipline knowledge by completing mathematical & / or statistical based work tasks.
2. Critically set objectives and evaluate partial outcomes.
3. Communicate effectively in the workplace through both written and verbal mediums.
4. Work independently and as part of a team within a workplace environment.
5. Critically reflect on the ethical and technical issues faced in the workplace.
Content
The topics to be covered include:
- Preparing for WIL
- Workplace Induction and Risk Assessment
- Communicating in the workplace
- Organisational skills and self-management
- Engaging in Work Integrated Learning
- Reflecting on Work Integrated Learning
Assumed knowledge
For students to derive maximum value from this course and to ensure that the host organisations derive substantive benefits as well, it is essential that students have a satisfactory knowledge and skills base prior to WIL. Students therefore should have successfully completed at least 140 units of their program prior to enrolment in the course.
Assessment items
Online Learning Activity: Online Module
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Journal: Journal
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Presentation: Presentation
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Compulsory Requirements
Compulsory Placement and WHS Requirements:
- WHS Requirement - Students must complete a Workplace Safety Induction or Risk Assessment. - Failure to complete the placement organisation WHS-Safety Induction and Risk Assessment will constitute a fail in this course. The organisation MAY offer an alternate time at their discretion though there is no obligation from them to do so.
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Placement-1
- Face to Face Off Campus 140 hour(s) per term
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 20 hour(s) per term
Seminar-1
- Face to Face On Campus 4 hour(s) per term
Workshop-1
- Online 6 hour(s) per term
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must attend 100% of sessions.
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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