Industry Based Learning 1 (8787.3)
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Built Environment And Design | Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Meet industry professional standards for competencies and knowledge relating to ethics in the construction industry;
2. Appreciate the place of professionalism within the industry and society;
3. Understand the need for maintaining and improving professional development whilst in the construction industry;
4. Understand the need to work within and provide and environment free from harassment;
5. Understand the importance of international awareness and the appreciation of cultural diversity in the construction industry;
6. Keep a log book required for accreditation;
7. Enter a construction worksite.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Skills development
Australian Institute of Building (AIB) requirements for graduates
The academic content for this unit forms part of the attainment of Australian Institute of Building (AIB) skills and attributes of a Building Graduate, as referred to in the AIB Standards of Accreditation, Academic Standards Booklet.
1. Knowledge
Ability to integrate and appropriately apply building discipline knowledge from the following knowledge domains: Technical, Legal, Management, Construction Economics.
2. Self-Development
Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning & PD; Understanding of, and ability to articulate & promote the codes of practice of the AIB; Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of professional construction manager in the development of building; strive for excellence and promote innovation.
3. Communication
Able to communicate professionally in all work related situations; Respect and maintain security and privacy of information; Understanding of the use of information and communication technology in the construction industry (e.g. CAD, BIM); Able to apply negotiation skills in a range of professional practice contexts.
4. Judgement
Able to identify and evaluate information to make reasoned and informed decisions; Recognize and assess interactions between stakeholders; Able to critically evaluate different views and complex information and propose justifiable solutions; Able to challenge established positions using evidence and reasoning
5. Innovation
Demonstrate creativity and innovation through personal leadership; Contribute to a culture that promotes innovation.
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Required texts
Lists of required texts/readings
There are no required texts for this subject
For Unit readings and resources in the University of Canberra Library
Link to search page for Unit Readings (print materials)
Link to search page for eReserve (electronic materials)
Recommended reading:
Websites:
University of Canberra (2007). A guide to referencing with examples in the APA and Harvard styles [5th ed.]. Canberra, ACT, Australia: University of Canberra library and academic skills program.
Standards Australia
This can be accessed through the University of Canberra Library (it should be noted that as the university has only one license only one person can be logged on at any one time, therefore logging off is highly important and improper use is frowned upon).
Access to University's subscribed databases:
The University subscribes to a number of on-line bibliographic databases. These can be accessed via the University homepage. Select ‘For Students', then under ‘Internet Services' click on ‘Database and E-journal access'. Each of the databases offers several thousand current journal articles in full text form. You might also like to browse through the Library's collection of Electronic and Print Journals.
The Australian Institute of Building
The Australian Institute of Building (AIB) is pleased to make available a range of reference publications for purchase. In addition, the Institute publishes a range of magazines and newsletters that provide an update on commercial, technical and regulatory factors that influence the building profession, including the Construct magazine and Construct Monthly newsletter.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
This unit is an ungraded pass unit and passes will be shown as UP on transcripts. To pass this unit all assessable items must be completed and exceed a pass level of 50%.
Academic integrity
Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.
To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.
Use of Text-Matching Software
The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.
Participation requirements
Attendance at short courses run by the Master Builders Association of ACT and online through Moodle.
Sections of this unit are designed to be delivered as distance learning however contact between the convener and student is considered as of the utmost importance. Face to face availability can be found in the lecturers email signature section. During the course of the unit the convener may have to send important information to students regarding assessment tasks and therefore students need to regularly check for these communications.
Required IT skills
You are assumed to have adequate skills in the use of word processing and spreadsheet programs, Internet browsers and search engines. You are also assumed to be familiar with Moodle. If you feel you do not have adequate skills, please discuss the matter with the unit convener.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Industry Based Learning 1 (8787) is a work integrated learning unit comprising the equivalent of 20 working days in the industry combined with on-line unit material.
