Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning and online engagement.
Identify and analyse the ethical dimensions associated with IT-related decisions, use and quality and their possible impacts on organisations and society;
Evaluate, assess and communicate both personal and team progress and learning, thus engaging in meaningful reflective practice.
Compare and contrast IT professional roles, assessing the necessity and rationale for constant review and change;
Reflect on and analyse the need for IT professional associations and the need for codes of ethics (including the ACS) in IT development and use;
Appraise and justify various teamwork skills for various situations, demonstrating the ability to apply them by working cooperatively and managing conflict within their team;
Research, select and apply strategies, protocols and innovative methods for effective and efficient communications across all stakeholders, evaluating their appropriateness for intercultural communications;
Develop and apply appropriate information gathering, critical evaluation (information and its sources) and problem solving skills;
Resolution of a complex professional problem Issue.
Team-based hands-on activities
