cyb5pe professional environment
PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT
CYB5PE
2019
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-ordinatorPaul Watters
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into SMCYC or SMCYL or SMCYB or must obtain subject coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects CSE5PE, 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 conditions The subject has been developed in accordance with the Guide to Developing an Inclusive Curriculum and Checklist for Inclusive Curriculum. In the subject, opportunities to engage students' existing knowledge base are provided. The values, culture, background and experience of all students are acknowledged.
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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Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Watters
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Six 4.0 hours lecture every two weeks on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 10 - 22
Six 4.0 hours computer laboratory every two weeks on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (1,550-words equiv total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) (300-words equivalent/student) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes Individual verbal presentation (750-words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 2 hour exam (2,000-words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes meeting simulation (750-words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2019, Summer, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Watters
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 45
Six 4.0 hours lecture every two weeks on any day including weekend during the day in week 45 and delivered via face-to-face.
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 45
Six 4.0 hours computer laboratory every two weeks on any day including weekend during the day in week 45 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (1,550-words equiv total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) (300-words equivalent/student) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes Individual verbal presentation (750-words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 2 hour exam (2,000-words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes meeting simulation (750-words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Watters
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Consists of online, reading and selfcheck tests, for self-directed study. All materials will be available asynchronously on the LMS."
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Ten 1.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"Synchronous online practical tutorial supported by practical notes and reading material
on the LMS."
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Two 7.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"A compulsory practical workshop
of 2 days at the end of the semester
will be offered for all off-campus students."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (1,550-words equiv total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) (300-words equivalent/student) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes Individual verbal presentation (750-words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 2 hour exam (2,000-words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes meeting simulation (750-words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2019, Summer, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Watters
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 45
Twelve 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via online.
"Consists of online, reading and selfcheck
tests, for self-directed study. All materials will be available asynchronously on the LMS."
PracticalWeek: 45
Ten 1.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via blended.
"Synchronous online practical tutorial supported by practical notes and reading material on
the LMS.
"
PracticalWeek: 45
Two 7.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via face-to-face.
"A compulsory practical workshop
of 2 days at the end of the semester
will be offered for all off campus students."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment preparation task: cover letter, resume & 10-15 minute interview (1,550-words equiv total) | 20 | 05 | |
| Group Presentation (20 minutes) (300-words equivalent/student) | 3-4 students in a group. Equivalent to 300 words/student approx). | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes Individual verbal presentation (750-words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| 2 hour exam (2,000-words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 50 | 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| One 10 minutes meeting simulation (750-words equivalent) | Role play scenario | 10 | 02, 03 |