Course coordinator
Dr Cassie Madigan
I am available by appointment (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday).
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 4
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- The Environment School
This industry placement course will be taken in the final year of the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science and the Master of Occupational Hygiene/Master of Occupational Health and Safety (MOH/MOHSSc). This course will provide real industry experience in an approved workplace.
Students will be expected to be present in the workplace during normal working hours and undertake OHS related work as agreed between the workplace supervisor and the placement coordinator. Over the duration of the placement it is anticipated that the student will be exposed to a range of OHS professional competencies and will reflect upon these in a work journal.
For more information about enrolling in this course, visit science.uq.edu.au/placements.
Final year MOH/MOHSSc students will be required to undertake 240 hours within a nominated workplace, under the guidance of both a host workplace supervisor and the course coordinator. This work integrated learning experience provides an opportunity for students to apply the OHS knowledge, skills and capabilities gained during their university studies within the workplace.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
OHSS7001, OHSS7002, OHSS7005
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
OHSS4012
Restrictions
Restricted to MOHSSc and dual MOH/MOHSSc students with permission to enrol. See course description for further information.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Facilitator
Dr Cassie Madigan
Timetable
Additional timetable information
This course involves 240 hours of OHS industry work at a host organisation which equates to two days per week for 15ﾠweeks (22 July to 1 Novemberﾠ2024). An orientation session will be conducted on Monday 15 July 11.00 am - 12.00 pm via Zoom.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to provide students with an opportunity to integrate theoretical knowledge and skills by undertaking an industry placement with an approved host organisation.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Integrate and apply OHS knowledge within a work environment.
LO2.
Acquire high level skills that will enhance the application of existing knowledge.
LO3.
Plan strategies to address and solve complex OHS issues and associated change management.
LO4.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with both workers, management, and other relevant stakeholders.
LO5.
Develop a high level of competence in the application of OHS and related skills and practice.
LO6.
Apply knowledge of ethics to OHS professional practice.
LO7.
Appraise your own performance by reflective practice in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placement, Practical/ Demonstration |
Learning Contract
|
5/08/2024 2:00 pm |
|
| Placement | OHS Task 1 | Pass/Fail |
12/08/2024 10:00 am |
| Placement | OHS Task 2 | Pass/Fail |
26/08/2024 10:00 am |
| Placement | OHS Task 3 | Pass/Fail |
9/09/2024 10:00 am |
| Placement | OHS Task 4 | Pass/Fail |
23/09/2024 10:00 am |
| Placement | OHS Task 5 | Pass/Fail |
8/10/2024 2:00 pm |
| Placement | OHS Task 6 | Pass/Fail |
21/10/2024 10:10 am |
| Placement | Supervisor's Report |
1/11/2024 2:00 pm |
|
| Reflection | Ethical Practice in OHS | Pass/Fail |
28/10/2024 2:00 pm |
Assessment details
Learning Contract
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement, Practical/ Demonstration
- Due date
5/08/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L05
Task description
Students are to develop a learning contract in consultation with their supervisor that outlines the six OHS tasks that the student will undertake during the placement.
Submission guidelines
Submit an electronic copy through turnitin Course Blackboard page
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 1
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
12/08/2024 10:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the 240 hour placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 2
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
26/08/2024 10:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 3
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
9/09/2024 10:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 4
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
23/09/2024 10:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 5
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
8/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
OHS Task 6
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
21/10/2024 10:10 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07
Task description
Students are required to undertake a range of OHS tasks that demonstrate their ability to apply OHS theoretical knowledge and technical/non-technical skills in practice. During the placement students are to complete OHS tasks and submit six (6) of these tasks during the semester. For each task, students are required to complete the OHS Task Form and upload supporting evidence to turnitin.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Supervisor's Report
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Due date
1/11/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L07
Task description
The student's general work practices will be assessed by the host supervisor. See checklist in the assessment section in the course Blackboard.
Submission guidelines
Host supervisor emails supervisor report to course coordinator
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Ethical Practice in OHS
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
28/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L06, L07
Task description
Students are required to write a reflection on the application of ethical values into OHS practice.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit this assessment in turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Description |
|---|---|
| P |
Course grade description: To pass this course, a student must meet all of the following criteria: Complete and submit all assessment items Be awarded a pass for each of the seven pass/fail items |
| F |
Course grade description: A student who does not meet all of the criteria to be awarded a "pass" will be awarded a "fail". |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Applications for Extensions
Information on applying for an extension can be found here - my.UQ Applying for an extension
Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
If you are unable to provide documentation to support your application by the due date and time you must still submit your application on time and attach a Word document outlining why you cannot provide the documentation and upload the documentation to the portal within 24 hours.
Please note: While your extension request is being considered, you should work towards completing and submitting your assessment as soon as possible.
If you have been ill or unable to attend class for more than 4 weeks in a semester, we advise you to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses. You might need to consider applying for removal of course. We strongly recommend you seek advice from the Faculty that administers your program.
Extensions with Student Access Plans (SAP)
For extensions up to 7 days, your SAP is all that is required as documentation to support your application. However, extension requests longer than 7 days (for any one assessment item) will require the submission of additional supporting documentation e.g., a medical certificate. A maximum of two applications may be submitted for any one assessment item, unless exceptional circumstances can be demonstrated. All extension requests must be received by the assessment due date and time.
Artificial Intelligence Use (AI)
The assessment tasks in this course evaluate students’ abilities, skills, and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
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Turnitin
By submitting work through Turnitin you are deemed to have accepted the following declaration “I certify that this assignment is my own work and has not been submitted, either previously or concurrently, in whole or in part, to this University or any other educational institution, for marking or assessment”.
Students can download the digital receipt in the Assignment inbox to confirm successful submission. A valid Turnitin receipt will be the only evidence accepted if assessments are missing. Without evidence, the assessment will receive the standard late penalty, or after five days, will receive zero.
In the case of a Blackboard outage, please contact the Course Coordinator as soon as possible to confirm the outage with ITS.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Placement |
UQ Orientation to industry placements This session will cover the course requirements and assessments. Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Week 1 (22 Jul - 28 Jul) |
Placement |
Host Organisation Orientation Students will spend Week 1 orientating themselves to their host workplace, including the undertaking of compulsory induction programs and developing learning contract. Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 15 |
Placement |
OHS Activity Students spend weeks 2-15 completing OHS tasks as outlined in their learning contract. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.