Reference no: EM133836158
Information Technology
Title - Work Integrated Learning
Industry Placement
e-Journal - Introduction to Organisation and its Requirements
Learning Outcome 1: Critically evaluate a problem within the ICT body of knowledge, including appraising established theories and recent industry developments.
Learning Outcome 2: Devise a structured inquiry-based ICT project relevant to professional practice with the use of appropriate principles and methods, and with a suitable level of personal autonomy and accountability. Get professional assignment writing service now!
Assessment Task
Write a 500-word (+/-10%) reflective journal to critically evaluate your WIL placement organisation and determine a potential software solution for a problem the organisation is facing.
Context
Work Integrated Learning is an umbrella term that is often used to encapsulate any kind of learning that has a practical element to it. The major benefit of Work Integrated Learning is that it allows you to apply the theoretical concepts you have learnt in a practical setting. All assessments in this course aim to further develop your skills in the working environment.
Knowing about and having a keen understanding of the organisation and the team members you are working with is critical when working in any professional environment. This assessment will enable you to further develop essential skills relating to exploring job requirements, applying analytical abilities and professional relationship building.
Task Instructions
To complete this assessment, ensure you address the following:
Introduce the organisation:
the type of organisation
the type of project the organisation is working on
the size of the organisation in terms of employees and so on.
Module 1 resources will help you in writing this section, please go through all of them before attempting this part.
Detail the structure of your team:
the number of team members
hierarchy of the team
the nature of projects your team is working on such as development, maintenance or operations
what your role is
what the organisation is expecting from you during your placement.
Analyse the actions you have performed that helped towards building better relationship among team members
Provide an explanation about the responsibilities you have been given and how you have gathered this information; for example, from your line manager, HR representative or your team members.
Provide your analysis on the processes and procedures that are currently in place in your organisation and identify the strengths and weaknesses. Also determine how to optimise the processes and include evidence to support your methods.
propose and discuss a potential software engineering project that may offer solutions to the problems experienced.
Reflective Journal Structure
Utilise the following structure for your e500-word (+/-10%) Reflective Journal entry:
Introduction - Background information (75 to 100 words)
The introduction should include the type of organisation, nature of the industry, what type of projects this organisation is working on, the organisation's size in terms of employee numbers and any other background information critical to understanding the organisation.
The introduction should also include the information regarding the team you are working within.
Insightful Observations and Possible Solutions (250 to 300 words)
Provide an overview of your workplace requirements and expectations.
Describe the project planning tools used in the organisation you are placed in.
Outline the relevant ICT infrastructure that is currently is being used in the organisation.
Provide your recommendations on how to optimise the current processes in place.
Provide a possible solution to rectify the current problems the organisation is facing.
Conclusion (75 to 100 words) - How will this informed account assist you in your industry placement interview?
Referencing
It is essential that you use appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research.