ICM0043 : Intercalating Module for Computing Science Programmes
ICM0043 : Intercalating Module for Computing Science Programmes
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr John Colquhoun
- Owning School: Computing
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 60 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 60 |
| ECTS Credits: | 60.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The industrial placement aims to:
- provide students with the experience of seeking and securing a position with an employer,
- provide a period of practical experience which will benefit your academic study and longer term career,
- provide the opportunity to recognise and record the development of work place skills,
- facilitate personal development in a non-university setting.
Outline Of Syllabus
Students apply for a placement during stage 2 of the degree programme, and if successful they will normally begin work by September of the academic year, finishing the following summer. During this time there is no taught content from the university. The employer may provide induction and training activities as appropriate.
During the placement year there will be at least one visit from a member of academic staff, and three assessed exercises to undertake. These exercises take the form of a short 'company structure' report, a log book maintained throughout the year and a final report.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
The specific knowledge outcomes depend on the placement work conducted, but would normally include:
to gain an understanding of the nature of work undertaken in chosen sector,
to gain an understanding of the specific area of responsibility and relevant technologies.
Intended Skill Outcomes
Ability to demonstrate:
- Communication and presentation skills.
- Teamworking.
- Problem-solving.
- Evaluate own progress, learning and performance objectively.
- Time management.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placement/Study Abroad | Employer-based learning | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Placement visit by a member of Academic Staff (to take place virtually or in person) |
| Placement/Study Abroad | Employer-based learning | 1 | 1153:00 | 1153:00 | N/A |
| Placement/Study Abroad | Employer-based learning | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | Company structure report |
| Placement/Study Abroad | Employer-based learning | 40 | 1:00 | 40:00 | Reflective report & log book |
| Total | 1200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
As students are away from the University, Guided Independent study is used for all learning activities. The module leader is available for consultation about assessments and all aspects of the placement.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1 | M | 20 | Report giving an overview of the organisational structure. 30 hours. This is a Pass/Fail assessment. |
| Essay | 2 | M | 40 | Reflective self analysis of the experience. 10 hours. This is a Pass/Fail assessment |
| Reflective log | 2 | M | 40 | Logbook of activities. 10 hours. This is a Pass/Fail assessment. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Organisational structure reports provides evidence of understanding of work undertaken in chosen sector and student's role within company; log book provides evidence of progress and self-evaluation; final report is a final consolidation of learning outcomes.
Feedback is provided for each assessment which is of more importance to the student than a mark therefore each piece of work is given Pass/Fail rather than a score.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- ICM0043's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- ICM0043's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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