agr2wil work integrated learning program
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING PROGRAM
AGR2WIL
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This placement program has been developed to allow students from Agriculture and Animal and Veterinary Biosciences to extend their formal academic learning beyond the classroom. It aims to provide students with an opportunity to link theory with practice in a second year vocational subject. The subject allows students to bring their learning from the university into a work environment and test out their knowledge in a real-world job. It brings together the expertise of industry partners and La Trobe University staff for the benefit of the student's professional development.
SchoolLife Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGary Clark
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into SBAG or SBAVB or LZCAG or associated double degrees
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsAGR1WIL
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyEnrolment accepted until quota reached
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsStudents must undertake placement preparation before placement commences (pre-placement modules). Placements are self-sourced and must be confirmed 4 weeks prior to placement.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Career Ready: Preparing for a Work Placement
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AuthorLTU Career Development Centre
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Career Ready: Finding a Job
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Resource RequirementRecommended
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Career Ready: Creating a Career Path
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Career Ready: Applying for Jobs
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Career Ready
Career-focusedYes
Work-based learningYes
Self sourced or Uni sourcedSelf Sourced
Entire subject or partial subjectEntire subject
Total hours/days required70 hours
Location of WBL activity (region)Flexible
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Week 11-45, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size75
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGary Clark
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 11 - 30
One 4.00 hours directed reading per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 11 to week 30 and delivered via online.
4 hours of directed reading per study period
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 27 - 30
One 70.00 hours placement - off site per study period on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 30 and delivered via face-to-face.
1 class equals 70 hours of placement
WorkShopWeek: 12 - 12
One 1.50 hour workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 12 and delivered via face-to-face.
One 1.5 hour face-to face workshop. Focuses on work placement expectations.
WorkShopWeek: 11 - 11
One 1.50 hour workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 11 and delivered via face-to-face.
One 1.5 hour face-to face workshop. Focuses on sourcing placement and preparation of CV / cover letter.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Resume & Cover Letter (1,500-words equivalent)2 page resume, 1 page cover letter | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO3 |
Pre Placement Essay (incorporating Placement Contract) (500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO6 |
Reflective Journal (1,500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Video Presentation (1,000-words equivalent)10 minutes total. 5 minutes onsite during placement, 5 minutes offsite placement summary | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Week 31-51, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size75
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMathew Lewsey
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 31 - 51
One 4.00 hours directed reading per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 51 and delivered via online.
4 hours of directed reading per study period
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 48 - 51
One 70.00 hours placement - off site per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 48 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
1 class equals 70 hours of placement
WorkShopWeek: 32 - 32
One 1.50 hour workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 32 and delivered via face-to-face.
A workshop will be held prior to placement period. Focuses on work placement expectations.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 31
One 1.50 hour workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
One 1.5 hour face-to face workshop. Focuses on sourcing placement and preparation of CV / cover letter.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Resume & Cover Letter (1,500-words equivalent)2 page resume, 1 page cover letter | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO3 |
Pre Placement Essay (incorporating Placement Contract) (500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO6 |
Reflective Journal (1,500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Video Presentation (1,000-words equivalent)10 minutes total. 5 minutes onsite during placement, 5 minutes offsite placement summary | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |