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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Intra
Module Code	MT209
School	DCUBS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of this module is introduce students to the reality of immersion in a business, or business-related organisation. Students will be expected to function as employees of these organisations, for 4 months, typically beginning in April of the 2nd year of the progremme, in a role related to their DCU programme. During this time it is intended that they gain the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned previously during their course and the opportunity to reflect both on their performance and learning during the placement.

Learning Outcomes

1. Construct a current, comprehensive and professional CV
2. Critically evaluate his/her contribution to the workplacement
3. Apply university-acquired knowledge to the workplacement
4. Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and application in the relevant placement setting

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Integrated training (INTRA)	536	Ongoing learning and reflection during placement.
Assignment	20	Production of INTRA Report.
Directed learning	20	Consultation with DCU and Industrial mentors
Total Workload: 576

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Report (s) (written / oral)	In order to complete INTRA, each student must submit an INTRA Report, to be emailed to intra@dcu.ie. The report is marked by the student's INTRA Tutor and must achieve a “satisfactory” rating. The purpose of the INTRA Report is to provide the student with an opportunity to document and evaluate their experience in the work place and comprises a reflective journal, a self-evaluation of performance and a self-development plan. The deadline for submission of the INTRA report is 17.00 hrs Friday 30th September 2011	100%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

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