Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is designed for coursework-focused hydrogeology students to gain important skills in conducting hydrogeological investigations, analysing hydrogeological data, liaison/communication skills and work experience through industry placement. The nature of individual industry placements vary and students can either come with a placement (if approved by the unit coordinator) or one can be provided across a wide range of consultancies, resource exploitation organisations, regulators or research bodies.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
(see Summer Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Summer teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) gain relevant industry experience related to hydrogeology and (2) develop a high level of report writing skills.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) a performance report from the industry sponsor for the industry placement, including attendance and (2) an industry placement report. Further information is available in the unit outline.



This unit is assessed on an ungraded pass/ungraded failed basis. All assessment items must be successfully completed.

Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Jim McCallum
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
one Unit(s) GEOS4401 Hydrogeological Systems and three Unit(s) at level four and prior approval
Contact hours
there are no formal contact hours
Note
To ensure successful completion of a placement, students planning to undertake GEOS5502 Hydrogeology Industry Placement should liaise with the unit coordinator prior to the start of the teaching period to ensure that an Industry Placement is available.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.