MEng, BEng Mechatronics and Robotics (Industrial)Year 4 Placement
Year 4
Learning outcomes
On completion of the year students should have provided evidence of being able to:- identify and apply for jobs which are relevant to their degree programme and which are appropriate to their own abilities, achievements and aspirations;- present their skills and knowledge effectively to prospective employers (in CVs, letters, interviews etc);- manage themselves effectively in the planning and management of tasks (including time management);- communicate clearly in a work environment using a style appropriate to the situation and achieving intended outcomes;- interact effectively as an employee in an organisation with both peers and managers;- apply knowledge gained from their degree programme in work situations;- reflect on experiences and use experiences as a foundation for future improvement of skills and the identification of their own strengths and limitations.- the above list covers the objectives normally expected from an industrial placement, but occasionally students may undertake placements where a slightly modified list of objectives may be agreed.
Transferable (key) skills
Students will have had the opportunity to acquire, as defined in the modules specified for the programme:- Qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment related to the subject area[s] studies- Skills necessary for the exercising of personal responsibility.
Assessment
Two components, each to be passed:- Work Placement Assessment Document: Pass - Completed with assessment of skill development from supervisor;- Work Placement Portfolio: Pass - The student must address each recommended skill area and present appropriate evidence of activity and achievement in each recommended skill area. This should then be pulled together with a reflective (NOT descriptive) account of the skill development overall.