Engineering Professional Practice 1 unit (ENG150)

Hobart

Introduction

This short course is the first in the group of four modules to be completed as professional practice.

This short course is designed to introduce participants to the Profession Ready Industry Merged Engineering Degree (PRIMED) program and its compulsory work placement component. It provides background information and outlines key requirements for both elements. In addition, the course develops essential professional skills, with a particular focus on crafting a tailored curriculum vitae (CV) that aligns with specific position descriptions.

Summary

Unit name	Engineering Professional Practice 1
Unit code	ENG150
Credit points	3
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering
Discipline	Engineering
Coordinator	Ms Jacky Chong
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2 - other

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2 - other	5/7/2026	22/10/2026	23/10/2026	24/10/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Discuss and communicate professional skills and knowledge in a professional interview and by producing CV

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
039900	$286.00	$286.00	not applicable	$816.24

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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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.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	2 hours per week comprising a mix of face to face and online delivery. This module runs during weeks 1-3 of semester.
Assessment	PRIMED portfolio template (30%)|Prepare a professional work-placement or job application (70%)
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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