IMS5015

Professional practice

Offered subject to approval

J Anderson and F Ross

6 points - 1.5 hours per week, plus 4 weeks of fieldwork and overview visits - First, second semester - Caulfield - Distance education - Prerequisites: IMS9023 or equivalent, and IMS9049 or equivalent - Prohibitions: LAR3654, LAR3672, LAR4672, LAR4654, LAR4672

Objectives At the completion of this subject, students should be able to (i) evaluate professional literature as it relates to practice; (ii) apply the theories and practice of their selected specialisation to the workplace; (iii) demonstrate practical skills at a professional level in an information agency or function; (iv) work effectively under supervision with both staff and clients in the workplace; (v) understand the role of the information agency in the environment in which it operates; (vi) understand current issues relating to the information industry, including the role of professional associations and professional networks; (vii) know of career opportunities within the information industry.

Synopsis This subject introduces the student to the practical environment in which the theory of information management and systems is applied, and helps prepare students for entry into the professional workplace. It links the theoretical concepts of information management and systems to professional practice in the workplace. Students will gain an awareness of the literature of their specialisation and an understanding of professional issues relating to that field, including the role of professional associations. The subject introduces the student to the world of work and career opportunities in the information market via the professional development/overview visits. Through the fieldwork placement which is the major component of the subject students gain a good understanding of the role of information agencies in the environment in which they operate.

Assessment Professional activities and reading: 15% - Host supervisors' report(s): 70% - Class presentation and fieldwork placement report: 15%

Recommended texts

Current journals, newsletters and web sites appropriate to the student's professional specialisation.

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