NUTR08037 2024 Industrial Placement/ Professional Development
Full Title
Industrial Placement/ Professional Development
Transcript Title
Industrial Placement/ Professi
Code
NUTR08037
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
NUTR - Nutrition
Department
HEAL - Health & Nutritional Sciences
Level
08 - Level 8
Credit
15 - 15 Credits
Duration
12 Weeks
Fee
€
Start Term
2024 - Full Academic Year 2024-25
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Laura Keaver, Owen Kenny
Programme Membership
SG_SHUMA_H08 202400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Human Nutrition
Description
The purpose of this module is to afford students an opportunity to apply the knowledge, understanding and practical skills that they have acquired, over the duration of the Human Nutrition programme, to an industrial working environment. Students will have an opportunity to pursue a work placement, over a minimum of 12-week period, within a selected area of human nutrition that is of personal interest. It is further envisaged that this module will aid in preparing students for making the necessary transition from 3rd level education to a career in human nutrition.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Demonstrate professional competence in the workplace
2.
Apply knowledge-based theory to practical situations and apply basic practical skills to the work environment
3.
Support more experienced staff and management to promote applied learning
4.
Establish a foundation for continuing professional development in preparation for fulltime employment and recognise future career opportunities
5.
Maintain detailed record of work experience and reflect on skills and activities
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Learning on this module is work-led with the help and support of an industry supervisor and work colleagues. Experiential‑learning and self-reflection is encouraged among students. Students should engage directly with tasks and projects in their work environment, facilitating hands-on experience. Students should also implement reflective journals or logs to analyse their experiences, linking theory to practice.
Module Assessment Strategies
Student evaluation during the placement block off-campus consists of an on-site visit from lecturer in conjunction with ongoing employer feedback. Students will also complete and present a report on their placement experience at the end of their placement block, and a log book detailing a weekly record of their training, learning and reflection.
Repeat Assessments
Where the student's continuous assessment is not of sufficient quality, they will be required to offset the deficit before being regarded as having successfully completed the module.
Where attendance at or behaviour on placement is not acceptable, students will be required to repeat the work placement in the next academic year in order to successfully complete the module.
Indicative Syllabus
Specific skills and competencies are developed in specific placements depending on the nature of the opportunities in any given year. The mix of skills required is placement specific, while some placements involve the use of research skills predominantly, other placements might require a greater mix of planning and implementation skills. However, the majority of placements involve the development of competencies in communication, leadership and health-related research.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project co-ordinator on-site visit | Coursework Assessment | Practical Evaluation | 40 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| 2 | Student report, presentation and log of activity | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 60 % | OnGoing | 1,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Off-Site Activity | Offsite Facility | Placement co-ordinator interview with student | 1 | Once Per Semester | 0.07 |
| Placement / Internship | Not Specified | Placement Activities | 30 | Weekly | 30.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Reflection and completion of assessments | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 0.07 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Fanthome C. (2004) Work Placements - A Survival Guide for Students . London: Palgrave McMillan Ltd.
Neugebauer J. & Evans-Brain J. (2009) Making the most of your placement. London: SAGE Publications Ltd
Journal Resources
none
URL Resources
http://itsligo.ie/student-hub/support-services/
Other Resources
none
Additional Information
none