Addresses learning outcome(s): 1. appraise the nature of the ICT profession 2. express ICT related concepts clearly and succinctly in written, oral, and other forms of communication media; 3....

Addresses learning outcome(s):
1. appraise the nature of the ICT profession
2. express ICT related concepts clearly and succinctly in written, oral, and other forms of communication media;
3. demonstrate the ability in using available information resources efficiently, synthesising, and organizing information to produce reports, applying the principles of referencing;
4. illustrate the key skills, knowledge, attributes and attitudes required to be an IT professional, with particular reference to professional practice, code of ethics and professional standards;


Related graduate attribute(s):
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development


Description.
Comprises a Mahara e-portfolio with e-journal (professional diary over weeks 3-12) mapped to SFIA and ACS skills and competencies, cover letter, resume and a three-year professional plan linked to SFIA and professionalism in ICT. The individual report will include also a personal Gantt chart, risk analysis, and learning reflection.




Criteria for assessment
• Quality and professionalism of e-journal and mapping
• Quality of the discussion about where the student would like to be (professional goals) in five years based on the Industry Analysis elaborated in Assignment 3 (or an   extension/update).
• Clarity in the explanation of personal development needs linked to the skills for the information age (SFIA) and professionalism in ICT
• Depth of reflection and careful analysis about your future, presented in a well-constructed coherent manner.
• Depth of reflection on teamwork, conflict resolution and ethical behavior. • Accuracy of planning (Gantt chart and risk analysis) to reach the professional goals.