Module Descriptors
INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENT (ENGINEERING MASTERS)
ELEC70562
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 7
0 credits
Contact
Leader: Rory Turnbull-Hall
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 4
Independent Study Hours: 146
Total Learning Hours: 150
Pattern of Delivery
- Occurrence A, Stoke Campus, PG Semester 3 to PG Semester 2
Sites
- Stoke Campus
Assessment
- Coursework - consisting of interview, presentation and maintaing a logbook throughout the course of placement weighted at 100%
Module Details
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The purpose of the module is to assess the placement period which the student has undertaken, in industry, on a full-time basis as part of the Engineering Masters Programme of Awards , thus providing a formal mechanism for gaining real credit towards their degree.
Whilst the period in industry, in order to qualify as part of the award a minimum of 24 weeks and a maximum of 52 weeks, the module seeks to identify relevant project work which constitutes a minimum of 150 hours.
The module, therefore, requires the student to undertake, within the total elapsed time of the placement, (a) structured piece(s) of project work, relevant to the company which ensures that the learning outcomes are demonstrated.
The work, based upon past experience, can be varied but will be tailored to the students needs whilst satisfying the company requirements. This will be negotiated between the placement manager (module tutor), visiting tutor, the student and his/her industrial supervisor.
Whilst the period in industry, in order to qualify as part of the award a minimum of 24 weeks and a maximum of 52 weeks, the module seeks to identify relevant project work which constitutes a minimum of 150 hours.
The module, therefore, requires the student to undertake, within the total elapsed time of the placement, (a) structured piece(s) of project work, relevant to the company which ensures that the learning outcomes are demonstrated.
The work, based upon past experience, can be varied but will be tailored to the students needs whilst satisfying the company requirements. This will be negotiated between the placement manager (module tutor), visiting tutor, the student and his/her industrial supervisor.
LEARNING STRATEGIES
Evidence of an induction period in the company will be required.
Project work will be identified and agreed as indicated in Indicative Content.
A log book, or portfolio, of the students work will be maintained throughout the placement period.
Detailed reports will be prepared by the student and presentations, meetings etc will be undertaken as appropriate.
Advice and guidance will be given by the visiting tutor via visits, email, fax, telephone communication.
The use of appropriate library resources, and internet application will be encouraged.
Learning from colleagues at work (discussion with colleagues) and working as part of a team are important aspects of the learning strategy.
Project work will be identified and agreed as indicated in Indicative Content.
A log book, or portfolio, of the students work will be maintained throughout the placement period.
Detailed reports will be prepared by the student and presentations, meetings etc will be undertaken as appropriate.
Advice and guidance will be given by the visiting tutor via visits, email, fax, telephone communication.
The use of appropriate library resources, and internet application will be encouraged.
Learning from colleagues at work (discussion with colleagues) and working as part of a team are important aspects of the learning strategy.
MODULE RESOURCES
Appropriate resources in the work place, internet, library access as required.
SPECIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
None.
MODULE TEXTS
Guidelines (information pack) for placement students (FCET).
Attendance at interview skills seminar and CV writing seminar (organised by FCET).
Attendance at interview skills seminar and CV writing seminar (organised by FCET).
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. DEMONSTRATE A KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE IDENTIFIED AND AGREED PROGRAMMES OF WORK FROM WITHIN THE PLACEMENT PERIOD AMOUNTING TO AT LEAST 150 HOURS OF APPROPRIATE INDUSTRIAL WORK.
(Knowledge & Understanding)
2. CRITICALLY APPRAISE APPROPRIATE TECHNICAL, BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY RELATED ISSUES.
(Analysis)
3. WORK AS A MEMBER OF AN INTER-DISCIPLINARY TEAM AND DEMONSTRATE A RANGE OF COMMUNICATION SKILLS.
(Communication)
4. UNDERTAKE A PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION ON TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS RELATED ASPECTS OF THE PLACEMENT.
(Application, Communication)
(Knowledge & Understanding)
2. CRITICALLY APPRAISE APPROPRIATE TECHNICAL, BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY RELATED ISSUES.
(Analysis)
3. WORK AS A MEMBER OF AN INTER-DISCIPLINARY TEAM AND DEMONSTRATE A RANGE OF COMMUNICATION SKILLS.
(Communication)
4. UNDERTAKE A PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION ON TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS RELATED ASPECTS OF THE PLACEMENT.
(Application, Communication)
Module Additonal Assessment Details
Coursework weighted at 100% in total which will assess all Learning Outcomes.
Based upon the students work in the placement period whilst in industry, a formal assessment will take place and predominantly takes the form of an interview and presentation.
The student will maintain a logbook throughout the course of the placement. This will record the activities undertaken and reflect on the knowledge and skills acquired during the placement.
Based upon the students work in the placement period whilst in industry, a formal assessment will take place and predominantly takes the form of an interview and presentation.
The student will maintain a logbook throughout the course of the placement. This will record the activities undertaken and reflect on the knowledge and skills acquired during the placement.