Core Module Information
Module title: Work Based Learning

SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 60.00
ECTS credit value: 30

Module code: SOC09105
Module leader: Andrea Scott
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Computer Science
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

Students spend at least 48 weeks in employment in a computing or information systems context. Duties are disparate but include 4 of the tasks listed below. In consultation with an academic visiting tutor and a workplace supervisor (usually the line manager), each student follows a Learning Contract that provides employment-related and personal objectives.Tasks:- Install/configure hardware or software systems- Use standard software packages- Identify user needs and develop requirements specifications- Design computing solutions according to requirements- Implement/maintain computing solutions according to requirements- Test software or hardware systems- Create appropriate digital media assets- Assist in the implementation of an organisations digital/social media output- Analyse the management and leadership skills and styles observed in the workplace- Identify and analyse an area within the organisation where a more proactive or alternative approach to information management might bring business benefits- Apply knowledge in supporting and training users/customers- Apply knowledge in the production of user/ system documentation- Project management- A task unique to the work placement to be agreed with the academic visiting tutor.The module assessment consists of 3 written reports submitted electronically: Initial Report, Mid-Year Report and a Final Report. The Final Report reflects on the company, the students role and his /her achievement of the Learning Outcomes for the module.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Apply computing and information systems skills and knowledge to practical problems in the workplace.

LO2: Apply team-working, decision-making, time management and communication skills in the workplace.

LO3: Conduct a programme of work over an extended period, including the associated planning, target-setting, record-keeping and reporting.

LO4: Critically appraise, reflect and report on personal, professional and technical achievements.

LO5: Demonstrate principles and practice of professional and ethical behaviour in the workplace.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Andrea Scott
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 300 Guided independent study - a weekly reflective logbook is required as evidence in support of the 3 report submissions. Evaluating the systems, methods and procedures used, in the light of theory and best practice, and reflecting on these observations. achievement of the Learning Outcomes for the module. Three online briefing sessions and formative feedback are provided (at least 2 x 1-hour visits) by the allocated Tutor prior to Mid and Final report submission.
Other Work based learning 300 Work based learning (least 48 weeks) in employment in a computing or information systems context. Duties are disparate but include 4 tasks from a selection relevant to their degree. In consultation with an academic visiting tutor and a workplace supervisor (usually the line manager), each student follows a Learning Contract that provides employment-related and personal objectives.
Total Study Hours600
Expected Total Study Hours for Module600


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 10 1~2~3 Week 4 , WORDS= 1500 Report (Initial 10%) Tri 1 Week 4Report to describe your placement organisation and role and to evaluate the anticipated personal, technical, and professional benefits of work-based learning during your placement year.
Report 30 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 1750 Report (Mid Year 30%) Tri 1 Week 13Report discussing your work placement experience which reflects on your successful achievement of the Personal Objectives stated in your learning contract: P1 Communicate effectively in a range of working contexts (oral and written) P2 Work as a productive member of a team P3 Manage working time showing an ability to prioritise, plan and keep to deadlines P4 Demonstrate commitment and initiative in a range of working situations. Specific examples chosen from your Weblog extracts, will be evidenced and located in the report Appendix.
Report 60 1~2~3~4~5 Week 11 , WORDS= 5700 Report (Final Year 60%) Submission Tri 3 Week 11Report on your work placement experience which reflects on your achievement of the four specific Employment-Related Objectives in your Learning Contract and on your Personal Development Journey with specific extract examples chosen from your Weblog and located in the report Appendix.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100
2024/5, Trimester 2, PLACEMENT LEARN, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 003
Primary mode of delivery: PLACEMENT LEARN
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Andrea Scott
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Other Work based learning 300 Contact Module Leader
Independent Learning Guided independent study 300 Contact Module Leader
Total Study Hours600
Expected Total Study Hours for Module600


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 10 1-4 4 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1500 Contact Module Leader
Report 30 1-5 15 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1750 Contact Module Leader
Report 60 1-5 41 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 5700 Contact Module Leader
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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