Presenter: Gita Pendharkar Collaborator: Sukhvir Judge School of Engineering (TAFE) RMIT University Melbourne 26/11/2010 Industry Relevant Project based Work Integrated Learning - IRPBWIL

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 2 Introduce Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in the Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree Programs Introduce Industry Relevant Projects as a part of WIL in the Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree Programs Integrate knowledge from multiple courses in the Programs Enhance independent learning strategies for students Improve student’s learning experience Improve the quality of teaching Develop and sustain students’ interest in engineering courses through projects Incorporate latest technology in the curriculum Strengthen industry links and improve employability rate in industry Address skills shortage in Electro technology industry Aims & Objectives

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 3 Why Industry Relevant Project based WIL? Project Based Learning for Engineering Students Projects integrate multiple courses and provide holistic and system approach to engineering studies Projects can be designed to promote flexible delivery, team approach and enhance individual (independent) learning Industry Relevant Project Skill shortage can be directly addressed Ensure that industry standards are maintained in the curriculum Incorporate latest technology in the curriculum Enhance industry collaborations Workplace environment can be provided in the classroom/ laboratory International students can get an exposure of current industry projects Produce more work ready graduates

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 4 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 1 – ARTL 2008 Linking the Theoretical and Practical Domain to Enhance Work Integrated Learning This was the model introduced in the Advanced Diploma Programs 2 nd Year Sem 2 Course 2 2 nd Year Sem 2 Course 1 Module 1 1 Semester Single Project Competencies of Course 1 & Course 2 were mapped to a single Project Module Project – An FIR Filter was implemented using a DSP chip

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 5 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 1 – ARTL 2008 More effective learning time for Both Courses DSP Actual Contact Hours 72 µP Actual Contact Hours 160 DSP Increased Learning Time 120 µP Increased Learning Time 160

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 6 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 1 – ARTL 2008 Ensuring relevancy to Industry practices Industry was contacted to determine the type of skills needed at their work place Opinion was sought on the proposed project before the project was finalised Finally the project was assessed and evaluated based on the industry feedback for further improvements

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 7 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 1 – ARTL 2008 Results and Conclusion of WIL Model 1 Integrative-styled project-based learning increased the confidence level of the students Students had a better understanding of applying the theoretical knowledge in practice. Students' learning experience was improved Steve Brick was our student who was the only candidate chosen out of 800 other graduate by Ericsson Teaching time was more effectively utilised Introduced Industry relevant learning

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 8 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 1 – ARTL 2008 PCB of the Project

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 9 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 2 – LTIF 2009 Industry Relevant Project based Work Integrated Learning This was the model introduced in the Associate Degree Programs 2 nd Year Courses 1st Year Courses Module 1Module 2 2 Years Single Project Competencies of some of the 1 st Year courses were mapped to Module 1 and Module 2 Module 4Module 5 Module 3 Module 6 Competencies of most of the 2nd Year courses were mapped to Module 3, Module 4, Module 5 and Module 6

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 10 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 2 – LTIF 2009

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 11 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 2 – LTIF 2009 Ensuring relevancy to Industry practices Series of meetings with Industry partners was contacted to determine the type of skills needed at their work place Opinion was sought on the proposed project before the project was finalised Finally the project was assessed and evaluated based on the industry feedback for further improvements

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 12 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 2 – LTIF 2009 Results and Conclusion of WIL Model 2 Industry relevant project-based work integrated learning increased the confidence of the students Students had a better understanding of integrating the knowledge in various courses. Students' learning experience was improved Teaching time was more effectively utilised Introduced Industry relevant learning Increased Student Employability Skills Articulating Students won Awards in Higher Education Model implemented in other Associate Degree Programs in the School

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 13 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 3 – 2010 Industry Relevant Project based Work Integrated Learning Multiple Projects This was the model introduced in the Advanced Diploma Programs Module 1Module 2 1 Year Project 1 Non-Articulating Project 1: Less Complex, Designing issues was explained to the students, Industry Standard Maintained Module 3 Project 2: More Complex, to address the small Design problems 2 nd Year Sem 1 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 2 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 1 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 2 Courses Module 1Module 2 Module 3Module 4 1 Year Project 2 Articulating

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 14 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 3 – 2010 Ensuring relevancy to Industry practices Series of meetings with different Industry partners to determine the type of skills needed at their work place Opinion was sought on the proposed project before and after the project was finalised Finally the projects was assessed and evaluated based on the industry feedback for further improvements

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 15 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 3 – 2010 Results and Conclusion of WIL Model 3 Industry relevant project-based work integrated learning increased the confidence of the students Students had a better understanding of integrating the knowledge in various courses. Students' learning experience was improved Teaching time was more effectively utilised Introduced Industry relevant learning Model implemented in other Associate Degree Programs in the School Increased Student Employability Skills Articulating and Non-Articulating Students were employed by Industry Articulating Students won Awards and Scholarships

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 16 IRPB ‘WIL’ Future Model – 2011 Industry Relevant Project based Work Integrated Learning Module 1Module 2 Project 1 1 Year Non-Articulating Project 1: Less Complex, Industry Standard Maintained Module 3 Project 2: Slightly Complex, to address simpler designing issues 2 nd Year Sem 1 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 2 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 1 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 2 Courses Module 1Module 2 Module 3Module 4 Project 2 1 Year Articulating in 2 nd Year Sem 1 Courses 2 nd Year Sem 2 Courses 3rd Year Design Course Module 1Module 2Module 3 Module 4Module 5Module 6 Project 3 2 Years Articulating in 3 rd Year Project 3: More Complex Design to address the major Design and Development. Flexibility to extend further in the 3 rd Year if possible.

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 17 IRPB ‘WIL’ Model 3 – 2010 Ensuring relevancy to Industry practices Collaborate with 3 Different Categories of Industry Sectors Series of meetings will be held with 3 different Industry partners to determine the type of skills needed at their work place Opinion will be sought on the proposed project before and after implementing the project Finally the projects will be assessed and evaluated based on the industry feedback for further improvements Industry 1Industry 2Industry 3 Enhance Industry Collaboration

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 18 IRPB ‘WIL’ Future Model – 2011 Expected Outcomes Industry relevant project-based work integrated learning increased the confidence of the students Students had a better understanding of integrating the knowledge in various courses. Students' learning experience was improved Teaching time was more effectively utilised Introduced Industry relevant learning Model implemented in other Associate Degree Programs in the School Increased Student Employability Skills- Locals Articulating and Non-Articulating Students were employed by Industry Articulating Students won Awards and Scholarships Multiple Projects offered Flexible model for WIL introduced Address the Articuating, Non-Articulating and Associate Degree Standards Ensure Smooth Transition in Dual Sector Increase employability rate for International students

RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 19 Thank you If I could only express how much you inspire and encourage me! All the help you have endlessly been doing for me, it is priceless. I thank you for always being there – Semester 2, 2010 One of my Student