PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT
CSE5PE
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students undertake a comprehensive study of workplace practices related to the ICT industry and reflect heavily on their personal views and approaches to individual and team responsibilities. Students develop professional skills related to ethical and moral decision making and evaluate the social implications of their work and the broader global context. The subject requires active participation in group discussions and activities.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following courses: SMIT, SMITCN, SMICT, SMCSC, SGIT, SGCS, LMITM, SMCYCO or SMCYC.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects CSE3PE, INT3PE, MGT2BCO, CSE2COM AND Students in the following courses are not permitted to enrol: SBCS, SBIT, SBCSGT, SVCSE, SZCSC, SBITP and SBBIY.
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply ethical theory through debate to the resolution of ethical dilemmas in IT
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Lecture (Ethical theory), Class discussions, Ethical Case Assignment (or exam question(s)) Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
02. Develop a personal ethical framework for IT practice incorporating awareness of cultural and global issues
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Class discussions, Assignments (or exam question(s)) Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
03. Investigate and analyse significant contemporary social, legal and ethical challenges in a globalised IT market
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Class discussions, Assignments (or exam question(s)) Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
04. Reflect and analyse personal viewpoints toward managing relationships and maintaining professional standards in the workplace
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Class discussions, Assignments (or exam question(s)) Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
05. Critically evaluate issues arising from communication and cultural differences and propose alternative approaches
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Lecture (Professional Ethics), Class discussions, Assignments (or exam question(s)) Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
06. Critically appraise the role of information technology in global citizenship and communication
- Activities:
- Face-to-face: Two lectures cover the leadership and networking theories and concepts. In practice classes, students chair a meeting and demonstrated networking skills in a simulated role play. Online: Readings, Case Studies, Discussions, Online activities, Self-reflection
Subject options
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City Campus, 2018, Summer 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
Lecture
Week:
45
One 2.0 hours lecture per week
on weekdays
during the day
in week 45
and delivered via face-to-face.
Practical
Week:
46
One 2.0 hours practical per week
on weekdays
during the day
in week 46
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (equiv 1550 words total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Individual oral presentation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 1 x 2 hour exam | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Meeting Simulation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
Lecture
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Practical
Week:
32
-
43
One 2.0 hours practical per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 32 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (equiv 1550 words total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Individual oral presentation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 1 x 2 hour exam | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Meeting Simulation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Summer 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
Lecture
Week:
45
One 2.0 hours lecture per week
on weekdays
during the day
in week 45
and delivered via face-to-face.
Practical
Week:
46
One 2.0 hours practical per week
on weekdays
during the day
in week 46
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (equiv 1550 words total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Individual oral presentation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 1 x 2 hour exam | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Meeting Simulation (10 - 15 minutes) (750 words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Online, 2018, Online StudyPeriod 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
10
-
16
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 10 to week 16
and delivered via online.
"This 6 hours consists of online readings and resources, practical work and self-directed study. All materials will be available on the LMS"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Individual video presentation (10 minutes, 500 words equivalent) | 010 | 02, 05 | |
| 1 x Individual written report (1500 words equivalent) | 025 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| 1 x Group presentation (600 words equivalent) | 015 | 01, 03, 05, 06 | |
| 1 x 2 hour exam | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 050 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Online, 2018, Online StudyPeriod 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
28
-
34
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 28 to week 34
and delivered via online.
"This 6 hours consists of online readings and resources, practical work and self-directed study. All materials will be available on the LMS"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Individual video presentation (10 minutes, 500 words equivalent) | 010 | 02, 05 | |
| 1 x Individual written report (1500 words equivalent) | 025 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| 1 x Group presentation (600 words equivalent) | 015 | 01, 03, 05, 06 | |
| 1 x 2 hour exam | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 050 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |