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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This professional practice unit is to be completed in the workplace and is assessed by a portfolio. In this unit students will further their understanding of theoretical concepts of environmental health by undertaking a minimum of 140 hours of environmental health industry practicum in Local Government Authorities and State Government Agencies and/or by attending seminars relating to environmental and public health issues.
This unit requires a minimum 140 hour placement with Local Government Authorities or State Government Agencies.
Students must have passed HST1111 and HST1109
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
This unit requires a minimum 140 hour placement with Local Government Authorities or State Government Agencies. The Practicum Coordinator will assist the student to arrange their placements. Students will complete assigned duties and will submit a portfolio of tasks undertaken under the supervision of the Local Government Authority and State Government Agencies.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Environmental Health Investigation Report | 30% |
| Presentation | Environmental Health Placement Presentation | 20% |
| Portfolio | Environmental Health professional portfolio | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Environmental Health Investigation Report | 30% |
| Presentation | Environmental Health Placement Presentation | 20% |
| Portfolio | Environmental Health professional portfolio | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
In this unit students will further their understanding of theoretical concepts of environmental health and gain practical workplace experiences in Local Government Authorities and State Government Agencies and/or by attending seminars relating to environmental and public health issues. Students will learn about communication protocols in the public service, environmental health programs including mosquito and vector control, development processes, building approval processes, interpretation of building plans, waste management, and international health protocols.
This unit requires a minimum 200 hours placement with Local Government Authorities or State Government Agencies.
Students must have passed HST1111 and HST1109
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
This unit requires a minimum of 200 hours placement with Local Government Authorities or State Government Agencies. The Practicum Coordinator will assist students with arranging their placements. Students will complete assigned duties under the supervision of the Local Government Authority and State Government Agencies and will be assessed using a portfolio of evidence and self-reflective tasks. Students further develop their communication skills through oral presentations and apply evaluation and problem-solving skills to produce a written report about a contemporary environmental health concern.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Environmental Health Professional Report | 30% |
| Presentation | Environmental Health Placement Presentation | 20% |
| Portfolio | Environmental Health Professional Portfolio | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Environmental Health Professional Report | 30% |
| Presentation | Environmental Health Placement Presentation | 20% |
| Portfolio | Environmental Health Professional Portfolio | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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