Launceston
Introduction
Throughout the four years of study, students must complete a mandatory minimum of 12 weeks work experience (exposure to professional practice). They will have sufficient academic grounding and experience to contribute in a positive manner to the engineering design and problem solving processes within the work environment. Students will develop an ability to deal, under supervision, with complex work-related concepts and problems. They should have a greater knowledge and comprehension of their engineering discipline and will be able to engage in various facets of engineering, and can observe and appreciate the attitudes, responsibilities, and ethics expected of engineers. They will continue to use and understand the importance of acquired analytical skills in engineering analysis as well as the application of specifications and codes. Students must submit their mandatory Work Experience Log Book. The main purpose of this Log Book is to enable students to reflect on their broad experiences (including 12-week Work Experience, academic program and life experiences) and demonstrate and assess their attainment of Engineer’s Australia’s stage 1 competencies. Important note: Students are responsible for identifying and negotiating their own work experience arrangements.
Summary
| Unit name | Engineering Professional Practice |
| Unit code | JEE493 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Damon Howe |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Honours |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester | 31/10/2027 | 22/11/2027 | 22/12/2027 | 12/2/2028 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply concepts learned in the academic environment to learning objectives in the work environment
- Constructively receive and apply professional feedback, and apply reflection skills as part of personal development and transformative skills
- Investigate and conduct the necessary research and analysis on complex maritime concepts and problems, and effectively substantiate findings and recommendations
- Work as part of a team and communicate effectively, by written and oral means, to specialist and nonspecialist audiences; including clients, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural project teams and stakeholders
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Work Experience Log (100%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.