161610 v.5 Bachelor of Arts (Training and Development)

BA(Curtin)

Introduction
This course is for those intending to teach in adult, technical and further education, in community service, government, industry and business. It emphasises the development of professional knowledge and skills through the practical application of theory to teaching and instruction. The development of professional competence is undertaken with special reference to the teaching and learning process as it applies to particular industrial or vocational settings. Field work forms an integral part of each unit and focuses on activities related to teaching and learning and to the development and assessment of learning units and materials.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, applicants must provide evidence of access to instructional settings in areas such as teaching, training or staff development in which the practical teaching requirements of the course may be satisfied. The following qualifications and/or experience are necessary - Diploma or equivalent, or Certificate III or IV equivalent in an appropriate occupational area, plus completion of at least five years of significant and relevant instructional experience. Applicants with only a TAFE Certificate must also undertake the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) to gain entry into the University.

Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Note
Alternative pathways are available for mature age students.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Successful applicants are granted one year recognition of prior learning.

Duration and Availability
Successful applicants are granted one year recognition of prior learning. The course requires a minimum of two years of full-time study for completion, but is normally undertaken on a part-time basis. The course is offered through a variety of flexible and open learning modes.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 2 Semester 1

12480 v.3 Ed 216 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning I 10.0 25.0

12481 v.3 Ed 217 - Instructional Design and Development 10.0 25.0

12482 v.4 Ed 218 - Effective Communication 10.0 25.0

12483 v.3 Ed 219 - Internship I 10.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

12484 v.4 Ed 256 - Adult Learning and Assessment 10.0 25.0

12485 v.4 Ed 257 - Program and Curriculum Development 10.0 25.0

12487 v.5 Ed 259 - Reflective Practitioner I 10.0 25.0

12488 v.3 Ed 316 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning II 10.0 25.0

100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

12490 v.2 Ed 318 - Post School Education and Training in Australia 10.0 25.0

12491 v.2 Ed 319 - Internship II 10.0 25.0

12492 v.2 Ed 386 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning III 10.0 25.0

12493 v.2 Ed 387 - Visual Learning 10.0 25.0

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

12486 v.2 Ed 258 - Professional Practice and Organisational Change 10.0 25.0

12489 v.2 Ed 317 - Technologies for Flexible and Open Learning 10.0 25.0

12494 v.2 Ed 388 - Special Education Needs in VET 10.0 25.0

12495 v.3 Ed 389 - Reflective Practitioner II 10.0 25.0

100.0

NB Electives indicated are to reflect recognition of prior learning awarded.

Availability

Year Location Period Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y Y
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y Y
2004 Esperance Community College Semester 1 Y
2004 Esperance Community College Semester 2 Y
2004 Kalgoorlie Campus Semester 1 Y
2004 Kalgoorlie Campus Semester 2 Y
2004 Northam Campus Semester 1 Y
2004 Northam Campus Semester 2 Y
2004 Geraldton University Centre Semester 1 Y
2004 Geraldton University Centre Semester 2 Y
2004 Pilbara TAFE Karratha Semester 1 Y
2004 Pilbara TAFE Karratha Semester 2 Y
2004 Pilbara TAFE Sth Hedland Semester 1 Y Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.