In this unit you will scan the horizon of emerging and disruptive technologies and be introduced to those most likely to become mainstream in the future such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and Virtual and Augmented Reality. You will learn about the functionality of new technologies, their operations, capability and how they are applied in industry, both locally and globally. The impact of new technology and its ethical implications will be explored through industry case studies. You will learn ways of developing strategies for implementing new technologies in the context of your discipline through a technology functionality investigation, developing an implementation plan, and participating in a peer review process.

In conjunction with discipline theory, this unit builds on concepts of learning through practice by introducing you to:

discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences

concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others

the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice

the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.

You will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual1.