Courses & Units
Professional Practice KGG509
Introduction
KGG509 Professional Practice provides a structured period of closely supervised professional education within a workplace environment. The unit comprises a minimum of 100 days of work integrated learning. Students are mentored by supervising surveyors. Achievement of intended learning outcomes is assessed through a competency-based rubric and evidenced by an ePortfolio.
Summary
| Unit name | Professional Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGG509 |
| Credit points | 50 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Rachael Hurd |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
* 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 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply professional and ethical behavior expected within a business or government organisation
- Apply university-acquired practical and theoretical knowledge to complex land surveying problems and practice.
- Develop personal and professional communication strategies required for the work of a land surveyor.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031101 | $4,474.00 | $4,474.00 | not applicable | $12,340.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
KGG505 AND KGG506Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 20 week of work placement with a University-approved supervisor in a surveying firm. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Daily Diary and Progress Form|End-of-Placement Assessment|ePortfolio |
| 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. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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