Units

---

Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

Taking responsibility for, and then undertaking projects yourself is an effective form of learning. The involvement with researching the background to the project, then undertaking the work, whether it is practical or theoretical in nature, provides the opportunities for critical, creative and analytical thinking. It provides opportunities to develop skills in working independently or collaboratively. Finally the presentation of the results of the project also provide opportunities to enhance effective communicative skills.

Aims

This unit aims to develop student's research, organisation and communication skills in practical areas likely to be encountered in the student's workplace.

Objectives

Depending on the project chosen, on completion of this unit you should be able to demonstrate:

1. Knowledge and skills relevant to the project.
2. An ability for creative and analytical thinking, as well as independent problem solving capabilities.
3. An ability to work independently, and if appropriate, collaboratively.
4. An ability to write papers and/or reports suitable for scientific or professional publication.

Content

A project over a semester on any topic relevant to your interest in lighting. The project may be pre-dominantly a reading course, reviewing, comparing or analysing material on a specific topic, or it may be a practically oriented project, involving manufacture, measurement or analysis of a particular lighting product or installation. The project may be taken at QUT or within the person's place of employment. The student would present a formal report at the end of the project and will also be required to present their findings in an oral presentation.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Learning in this unit will occur primarily though your involvement in the project. It can include researching through the web or other literature, as well as any practical work that may form part of the project. Report writing will also be part of the learning process. Consultation sessions may be face-to-face or on-line.

Assessment

Assessment in this unit comprises both a Presentation and a Written Report and will be based on Criteria Reference Assessment. Students will be provided (through Blackboard) with a copy of the CRA document describing the criteria used for assessment of this unit.Feedback to students in the formative components of the assessment will be provided by the supervisor(s) of the project, based on their assessment of the students performance and outcomes during the project, and on the content and presentation of the final report and oral presentation at the end of the project.

Assessment name: Presentation
Description: (Formative and summative) - Final presentation at the conclusion of the project.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2 and 3.
Weight: 50%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester

Assessment name: Report
Description: (Formative and summative) - Written report at the conclusion of the project.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2,3 and 4.
Weight: 50%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

As appropriate to the project.

Risk assessment statement

If utilised, Laboratory or work-place activities may include low impact risks. Before performing work in such areas students will have to demonstrate that they appreciate and understand any aspects of safety associated with that area.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 24-May-2012