STEM 3700 - STEM Internship
North Terrace Campus - Trimester 3 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code STEM 3700 Course STEM Internship Coordinating Unit Centre for STEM Education and Innovation Term Trimester 3 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 140 hrs work placement Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites 24 units of Level I and/or Level II courses Incompatible STEM 3710, ABLEINT 2001, 3001, 3002, BUSINESS 3002, 3003, ENG 3710, COMP SCI 3710, MATHS 3710, SCIENCE 2700, 3700, 4700, TECH 2100, 3100, 3200, PROF 3500, 3501, 3505, 3506, 3507, 4500, ARTSEXP 2003, 3003, 3006 Restrictions Available to all undergraduate students in Science, Maths, Comp Sci, Construction Management Programs Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Hayley McGrice
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Identify and apply skills and capabilities acquired through prior learning in the student's degree program to effectively address industry demands and/or the requirements of the workplace provider 2 Apply and practice good communication skills in a variety of professional or cultural contexts to prepare breifs, technical reports or deliver presentations in line with current industry standards 3 Apply security and ethical principles within the workplace, including preservation of privacy, ensuring security measures, and upholding intellectual property rights 4 Reflect upon and evaluate the benefits of the internship experince, recognising and articulating the enhancement of employability skills gained through their practical application in a professioanl environment. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2, 3 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1, 2 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
All required resources will be provided through MyUniRecommended Resources
Any recommended resources will be provided through MyUni.Online Learning
All course resources will be provided through MyUni. This includes supporting materials to prepare students for the work placement including resources focusing on professional preparation, supporting resources for the internship, assignment information and submission, and announcements. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The student will undertake 140hrs of work within an industry partner of their choice. In addition, the student will produce the following pieces of assessment:
1) A short video introducing themselves, the project that will be undertaken during the work placement, and what they are hoping to learn from the experience.
2) A technical report or presentation (if required to complete this as part of their project), a portfolio (ARCH, LARCH and CONMGNT students) OR a diary of tasks undertaken.
3) Personal reflection outlining the non-technical skills acquired during the placement and how the experience has impacted on them and their intended career.
The supervisor from the host organisation will also be asked to provide feedback on the student. This will be managed by the internship team and does not require input form the student. Where approved by the host, this feedback will be provided to the student through MyUni.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend a total of 150 hours on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g. approx 140hrs work placement), as well as non-contact time (e.g. 10hrs for preparation for placement and completing the required assessments).Learning Activities Summary
The STEM internship course will be an excellent opportunity for students to strengthen and build employability skills such as communication, time management, problem solving and resilience. Self-directed online activities and this first assessment task, an introductory video, will assist students in preparing for their work placement. During the work placement students will prepare either a technical report, portfolio or diary (depending on their discipline) and finally students prepare and submit a personal reflection once their 140hrs of work placement is complete. This course is largely a self-directed and self-managed work integrated learning experience.Specific Course Requirements
Students must apply for a suitable internship as advertised on Career Hub or organise their own work placement and contact the internship team for assistance in establishing the placement. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Hurdle Requirement Learning Outcome Introductory video Formative and Summative 20%
No 1,2 Techincal report or Diary Formative and Summative 30% No 1,2,3 Personal Reflection Formative and Summative 30% No 4 Host Feedback Summative 20% No 1,2,3 Assessment Related Requirements
All assessment items must be completed and submitted through MyUni to acheive the NGP.Assessment Detail
The student will undertake approx 140hrs of work within an industry partner of their choice. In addition, the student will produce the following pieces of assessment:
Introductory Video:
A short video (less than 5 mins) introducing themselves and providing information on the host organisation and the project that will be undertaken during the work placement. During the video, students should also include a brief statement on what they are hoping to learn from the experience.
Technical report or Diary:
A technical report, portfolio OR diary of tasks undertaken (as required by their discipline). If the student is required to prepare a technical report/portfolio, PowerPoint presentation or equivalent as part of the placement, they can submit the work done for this assessment task. Otherwise, students should keep a technical diary that lists the specific tasks, equipment, and/or technical skills they have undertaken during their placement. Approximate length 1500-2000 words.
Personal Reflection:
Personal reflection outlining the non-technical skills practiced and/or acquired during their placement and how the experience has impacted on them and their intended career path. The document should outline their perceived strengths and what areas they can improve on in the future. Approx length 1000-1500 words.
Host Feedback:The supervisor from the host organisation will also be asked to provide feedback on the student. This will be managed by the internship team and does not require input form the student. Where approved by the host, this feedback will be provided to the student through MyUni.Submission
All assessment components must be submitted online, marked and feedback returned through MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
GS8 (Coursework Grade Scheme) Grade Description CN Continuing FNS Fail No Submission NFE No Formal Examination F Fail NGP Non Graded Pass P Pass C Credit D Distinction HD High Distinction RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
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- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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