Diploma in Information Technology

Experiential Learning
Workplace Study Guide
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION A:.............................................................................................................................4
ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS...............................................................................................4
1.1 PLACEMENT AGREEMENT..........................................................................................5
1.2 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME DETAILS.................................................6
1.3 DETAILS OF THE LEARNER........................................................................................6
1.4 DETAILS OF THE HOST ORGANISATION...................................................................6
1.5 DETAILS OF THE DAMELIN SUPERVISOR.................................................................6
1.6 DURATION AND TERMINATION..................................................................................7
1.7 RESPONSIBILITIES.......................................................................................................7
1.8 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.................................................................................................8
SECTION B:.............................................................................................................................9
ABOUT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING.......................................................................................9
2.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................10
2.2 HOW IMPORTANT IS IT TO COMPLETE EL?............................................................10
2.3 THE PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE...............................................................................10
2.4 PROGRAMME EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES...................................................................10
2.5 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OUTCOMES...................................................................11
SECTION C:...........................................................................................................................12
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ROLL-OUT PLAN....................................................................12
3.1 PURPOSE OF THE MODULE.....................................................................................13
3.2 PREPARATORY STAGE.............................................................................................13
3.3 COMMENCEMENT OF EL...........................................................................................13
3.4 WORK PLAN................................................................................................................13
3.5 GETTING DOWN TO WORK.......................................................................................13
3.6 DELIVERABLES TO BE ASSESSED..........................................................................14
3.7 WORK RELATED LEARNING REPORT.....................................................................14
SECTION D:...........................................................................................................................15
GUIDELINES FOR INDUCTION REPORT WRITING...........................................................15
INDUCTION REPORT BY STUDENT................................................................................16
INDUCTION REPORT RUBRIC.........................................................................................22
SECTION E:...........................................................................................................................23
GUIDELINES FOR COMPILING YOUR................................................................................23
PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE.................................................................................................23
PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE.............................................................................................24
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL....................................................................................................41
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL RUBRIC.....................................................................................61
PHOTO ESSAY..................................................................................................................62
 PHOTO ESSAY RUBRIC...................................................................................................63
ORAL PRESENTATION RUBRIC......................................................................................64
MEMORANDUM RUBRIC..................................................................................................66
LETTER RUBRIC...............................................................................................................67
CASE ANALYSIS...............................................................................................................68
CASE ANALYSIS RUBRIC................................................................................................69
SECTION F:...........................................................................................................................70
GUIDELINES FOR REPORT WRITING................................................................................70
IMPORTANT INFORMATION;...........................................................................................72
WORK–RELATED LEARNING FIELD SUPERVISOR’S ASSESSMENT..........................74
ABOUT THE STUDENT.....................................................................................................75
COMPETENCY AREAS.....................................................................................................75
GENERAL REMARKS - ABOUT THE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE.........76
STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET..............................................................................80
ENDORSEMENT BY WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR.........................................................84
SECTION G:..........................................................................................................................85
STUDENT EVALUATION OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING..................................................85
SECTION H:...........................................................................................................................87
STUDENT DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY..................................................................87
SECTION I:............................................................................................................................89
FOR OFFICIAL USE BY DAMELIN.......................................................................................89
ENDORSEMENT BY DAMELIN.........................................................................................90
 SECTION A:
ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
1.1 PLACEMENT AGREEMENT

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AGREEMENT

ENTERED INTO BETWEEN

______________________________________ (Employer Full Name)

Hereafter referred to as the Employer

And

______________________________________ (Learner full name)

Hereafter referred to as the learner

And
______________________________________ (Institution full name)
Hereafter referred to as Institution
1.2 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME DETAILS

Programme Name
SAQA ID
NQF Level

1.3 DETAILS OF THE LEARNER

Full Name & Surname

ID / Passport Number
Student Number
Date of Birth
Race
Gender
Disability Status

Physical Address

Contact Number
E-mail Address

1.4 DETAILS OF THE HOST ORGANISATION

Registered Name
Trading Name
Skills Development Levy
Number (SDL)

Physical Address

Postal Address

Website
Contact Person

Telephone Number
E-mail Address

1.5 DETAILS OF THE DAMELIN SUPERVISOR

Full Name & Surname

Designation
Contact Number
E-mail Address
1.6 DURATION AND TERMINATION

a) This agreement will commence on the _________________ 201_ and will terminate
on ____________ 201_.
b) Partners to the process shall always consider mitigating circumstances to ensure
neither party is negatively impacted by premature contract termination.
c) This agreement will terminate earlier than the date indicated in 1.6(a) above, should
one of the following occur:
 The learner resigns from the employment of the employer.
 The learner is dismissed by the employer due to a breach of the disciplinary code
and after following the necessary steps as provided for within this disciplinary
code.
 The employer voluntarily terminates the agreement after consultation with the
institution.
1.7 RESPONSIBILITIES

1.7.1 Responsibilities of Damelin

 Provide guidelines to students and employers on Experiential Learning (EL).

 Provide support to learners that are completing their EL placement.
 Approve the suitability of the workplace for EL.
 Monitor and assess experiential learning in collaboration with employers in accordance
with requirements of professional or regulatory requirements.
 Ensure that site visits are carried out to ensure prescribed standards and learning
criteria are met.
 Provide guidance and training to mentors.
 Ensure that open communication is maintained throughout the EL placement.

1.7.2 Responsibilities of the Student

 Student must familiarise him/herself with the EL policy, expectations and code of
conduct.
 Student must identify a relevant host organisation in Information Technology in South
Africa.
 Student applies for an internship position at the identified organisation.
 Request a supporting letter from Damelin, where necessary (Reference Letter).
 It is the responsibility of the student to identify, approach and get an internship offer.
 Student must submit a formal acceptance letter from the hosting organisation to
Damelin.
 Must take responsibility for coordinating and financing transportation, accommodation
and related expenses incurred because of placement.
 Notify the EL coordinator of changes in premises where experiential learning is taking
place.
 Conduct himself/herself in a manner as befitting an employee of the employer.
 Ensure that a logbook is maintained, and all supporting documentation is made
available to the host organisation.
  Comply with health and safety requirements as prescribed by the workplace, the
requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act no. 85 of 1993 and the
relevant regulations.
1.7.3 Responsibilities of Host Organisation

 Provide training facilities for purposes of EL placement at the workplace.

 Appoint a workplace mentor to the student.
 Conduct an orientation programme for students.
 Ensure student is inducted into health and safety requirements as prescribed by the
workplace, the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act no. 85 of 1993
and the relevant regulations.
 Collaborate with the campus EL coordinator to control and assess the learning
programme.
 Maintain records including a logbook for monitoring and reference purposes.
 Sign off the logbook and supporting documentation on conclusion of the placement.

1.7.4 Confidentiality

 Each party agrees to keep personal and business-related information confidential.

 Disciplinary action can be taken if confidential information is disclosed.

1.8 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

_______________________________ ______________________
Name of Student Signature of Student

_______________________________ _________________________
Name of Workplace Mentor Signature of Workplace Mentor

_______________________________ _______________________
Name of Academic Manager Signature of Academic
Manager

Signed at _________________________ on this _____ day of ________________ 201_

 SECTION B:
ABOUT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
2.1 INTRODUCTION

Experiential Learning (EL) provides students with the opportunity to put into practice what
they have been studying from textbooks and in classrooms. Students will be required to
complete a specified amount of work placement which is aligned to the exit level outcomes.
During this placement students are placed in real or simulated work environments and they
will have roles and responsibilities.
Nelson Mandela once said that, “there is no passion to be found in playing small, then
settling for a life that is less than one that you are capable of living.” Should you approach
your studies, and work placement with this attitude, surely great things will follow.

2.2 HOW IMPORTANT IS IT TO COMPLETE EL?

Experiential Learning in your qualification is a credit bearing module like all other credit
bearing modules. It is important to bear in mind that if you do not meet the requirements for
this module, then you will not be awarded credits for it and you may not be able to graduate.
If you fully participate in the opportunity, you will have a portfolio of evidence of your skills
that you can use as a tool to showcase your experience to potential employers. The POE
can also be used as a springboard for projects in your field of expertise.

2.3 THE PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE

The modules that you have been completing thus far generally have tests, assignments and
an examination, these assessments allow you to prove what have learned during the roll out
of the module. These do not apply for EL. In EL you are required to create a Portfolio of
Evidence (POE) which is a collection of materials that you can use to show your skills.
NB. The POE will only be assessed once you have completed all the required hours of
work placement
Please review and complete the checklist at the end of the study guide/logbook to ensure all
documents are submitted as per the checklist. You can tick off the checklist and include it in
your POE.
2.4 PROGRAMME EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

IMPORTANT NOTES:
“Exit Level Outcomes” refer to the outcomes which define the level of performance
according to which a candidate completing the qualification is assessed (SAQA, 2013).

Exit level Outcomes for the Diploma in Information Technology:

Upon successful completion of the qualification, the learner will be able to:

 Demonstrate the ability to operate a computer.

 Know computer technology and information systems that are used especially in the
business environment.
  Know what a network is and understand networking concepts and terms and their
applications.
 Know how to create hardware and software and do programming.
 Know system software features and functions.
 Know information systems as internal role of a computer.
 Perform a systems analysis and design.
 Use a programme language.
 Communicate through the Internet.
 Perform advanced computer skills.
 Know the role and function of information systems within business organisations.
 Know system engineering management processes.
 Integrate theory with practical learning in the work environment.

2.5 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

Experiential Learning Assessment Criteria

Outcomes

Integrate theory with practical Learners demonstrate the following competencies:

learning in the work environment  Perform a given task in response to a request.
 Knowledge required in a work setting is mapped.
 Results of work performed are presented and
communicated professionally.
 The ability to make judgements and take decisions
appropriate to context are demonstrated.
 The ability to work as a member of a team is
applied.
 Time management as appropriate to the given task
and deliverables is performed satisfactorily.
 SECTION C:
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ROLL-OUT PLAN
3.1 PURPOSE OF THE MODULE

The student is expected to develop and thereafter demonstrate a detailed knowledge in the
field of Information Technology. The student is further expected to evaluate different sources
of information and communicate effectively. In addition, the student is expected to
successfully manage their learning in collaboration with their assigned mentor whilst taking
full accountability for their actions and results.

3.2 PREPARATORY STAGE

1. Student must familiarise him/herself with the EL policy, expectations and code of
conduct.
2. Student must identify a relevant host organisations in South Africa.
3. Student applies for an internship position at the identified organisation.
4. Request a supporting letter from Damelin, where necessary (Reference Letter).
NB: It is the responsibility of the student to identify, approach and get an internship
offer.
5. Student must submit a formal Acceptance Letter from the hosting organisation to
Damelin.
6. Placement of the student.
3.3 COMMENCEMENT OF EL
1. Partnership Agreement and commencement forms are signed by the host
organisation and submitted to Damelin by the student.
2. EL induction by the host organisation.
o Meet the field workplace supervisor/mentor.
o Get to know your “workmates.”
o Know the reporting structure of the organisation (organogram).
o Work code of conduct.
o Get to know the business.
o Get to know the place (housekeeping)- company/ organisational tour.
3. EL induction report submitted to both the field supervisor/mentor and the Damelin
supervisor/lecturer.
3.4 WORK PLAN
List of tasks/assignments to be completed: Discuss with your field supervisor/mentor and
agree on the tasks/assignments to be completed during the internship in compliance
management. Please note that you must accept to do basic tasks such as answering phone
calls, photocopying or driving but only tasks/assignments directly linked to some aspect(s) of
Public Management/ administration will count as relevant training for this internship.
3.5 GETTING DOWN TO WORK
The actual tasks to be completed will depend on the host organisation as agreed above-
internship tasks/assignments.
3.6 DELIVERABLES TO BE ASSESSED

Deliverables Mark
Allocation
1 Induction report - Based on your week one experience, write a reflective
essay highlighting the key lessons learnt during the induction week. 10%

2 Portfolio of evidence (POE) submitted - this must be compiled from day

20%
one. The POE must be updated regularly.
3 Work-Related Learning Report submitted - see below for in depth
40%
description.
4 Field Supervisor Assessment
10%

5 Oral presentation. A mini-conference will be arranged in mid- November

for each student to make a 10-minute oral presentation on his/her internship
experience. Please see the attached marking rubric to assist you in
10%
preparing for this experience. Think of this as a summary presentation of
your POE and Work-Related Learning Report.

6 Student Placement Timesheet

10%

3.7 WORK RELATED LEARNING REPORT

At the end of the experiential learning, you will be required to submit a work integrated
learning report. You should discuss your obligation to write work related learning report with
the person at the organisation responsible for your training and check with them that the
company would not have no objection on the confidentiality grounds to the report being sent
to Damelin’s internal and external examiners. If there is confidentiality consideration, you
should tell your WIL Lecturer and mark the report CONFIDENTIAL on the outside cover.
You should include references if they are appropriate, and list them properly at the end of
the report.
You should treat the preparation of the work-related learning report as an ongoing
commitment, assembling material for it and writing it incrementally in preparation for the
portfolio of evidence (POE)- collection of materials showing tasks completed and
skills/competencies developed (this includes photos, minutes of meetings, schedules of
workshops and seminars attended, products created, etc.). DO NOT leave it to the end of
the semester and try to do it all in one go. You need to take responsibility for logging the
evidence of your achievements and skills development.
The work-related learning report would normally cover the following themes/aspects of your
training experience, although you will be expected to give rather more emphasis to those
aspects of personal development than those relating to the organisation and its markets.
However, it should be possible for you to offer critical insight into the operations of
the organisation.
 SECTION D:
GUIDELINES FOR INDUCTION REPORT WRITING
 INDUCTION REPORT BY STUDENT

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the STUDENT upon completion of

induction.
You are required to answer the following questions as you compile your induction report. To
obtain maximum results, please consult the INDUCTION REPORT MARKING RUBRIC.
You may add mores pages should provide spaces not suffice. A copy of this report must be
submitted to your workplace supervisor.

It is in your own interest to write legibly and to present your work neatly.

Date of induction: _________________________________________________________

1. What is the name of your host organisation? What is their mission? Who do they serve?
2. Describe what you did as part your induction.
3. Describe your reactions to your induction.

4. Describe the feedback you received from people you will be working with.
 5. Describe what you learnt and / or accomplished, and the knowledge and/or skills you
acquired.

6. Describe what you would have changed about the induction programme to make it a
more valuable to your learning experience?
7. Additional remarks:
 INDUCTION REPORT RUBRIC

Name & Surname of Student:

Date of Induction:

Evaluation Element 5 4 2-3 1

Description of Induction Clear incisive description that
session reveals situation and dynamics
vividly. Excellent use of
adjectives, metaphors, etc.
Sensitive and perceptive.
5 4
Writing Quality Strong writing style with clear
ability to express thoughts and
point of view. Excellent grammar,
syntax,
spelling, etc.
Solid description that fully
discloses the scene. Some
interpretation of events,
meanings, etc.
Good writing style with solid
ability to convey meaning. Very
good grammar, syntax, spelling,
etc.
Factual description of sequence
of events with little “texture” or
interpretation. Clearly not fully
developed.
2-3
Writing style conveys meaning
adequately. Some grammar,
syntax and spelling errors.
Brief or general statement with
few details. Little if any sense
of meaning.
1
Difficulty expressing ideas,
feelings or descriptions.
Limited syntax. Needs to work
on grammar, spelling, etc.

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 10)

 SECTION E:
GUIDELINES FOR COMPILING YOUR
PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE
 PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE

INSTRUCTIONS: This section provides the STUDENT with guidelines on POE

requirements.
Portfolios are collections of a student's work assembled over time. Collected evidence
include authentic evidence, explanations & reflections and validation evidence1.

 Authentic evidence
Authentic evidence is done by the students; such as projects, proposals, plans,
papers, case analyses. The evidence can be paper documents, electronic records,
video, or photographic.

 Explanations and reflections

This evidence comes from journals completed during your experiential learning
rotations, critical incident reports, notes taken after an experience to improve the next
performance, and reflections upon the work included in the portfolio.

 Validation evidence
This third type of evidence consists of formal observations or evaluations performed
to verify the impact of the items you place in your portfolio. This could include thank-
you letters, supervisor evaluations, competition results, or any third-party evaluation
of your performance or level of mastery.

At a minimum, the PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE should include the following items:

1. Portfolio Checklist completed by the student, assuring all portfolio requirements are met
prior to review;
2. Copy of ID/ Passport and Damelin Results Letters to date;
3. Curriculum Vitae reviewed and updated before submission;
4. Your Career Plan that provides insight into your personal career directions – reviewed
and updated before submission
5. Reference Letter
6. Acceptance Letter
7. Placement Agreement
8. Induction Report
9. POE reflective practice activities may include:
 Journals / Learning log
 Photo essays
 Essays
 Work-Related Learning Report
 Activity Reports
 Oral presentation
 Field Work/ Project Planning Worksheet
 Letters
 Memorandum
 Case Analysis
10. Field Supervisor Assessment
11. Timesheet
12. Student Evaluation of Experiential Learning
13. Declaration of Authenticity

1 https://students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
 CHECKLIST FOR PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE

No Portfolio Documents Yes No Remarks

1 Portfolio of Evidence Checklist

completed
2 Copy of ID/ Passport and Damelin
Results Letters
3 Curriculum Vitae
4 A Career Plan that provides insight into
personal career directions
5 Reference Letter

6 Acceptance Letter
7 Placement Agreement
8 Induction Report
9 POE reflective practice activities e.g.:
 Learning Log- Journal
 Reflective Essays
 Photo essays
 Activity Reports
 Oral presentation
 Letters
 Memorandum
 Case Analysis
10 Work-Related Learning Report
11 Field Work/ Project Planning
Worksheet(s)
12 Field Supervisor Assessment(s)
13 Timesheet(s)
14 Student Evaluation of Experiential
Learning
15 Declaration of Authenticity

Other Information:
 GUIDELINES FOR REFLECTION ACTIVITIES

Students will be required to gather the following as evidence:

1. Journals: These should not merely be simple inventories of events. They should
address situations objectively, subjectively, and analytically. It is a personal record of
your own learning. As such, it is a document which is unique to you and cannot be
‘right’ or ‘wrong’. A Journal (Learning Log) helps you to record, structure, think
about, reflect upon, plan, develop and evidence your own learning.
For example, you may include details of what you did or how you did something then
consider asking yourself questions such as2:

 Did it go well? Why? What did you learn?

 Did it go badly? Why? What did you learn?
 How can you improve for next time?
You are required to compile a Journal DAILY. These journals may be submitted
periodically to the instructor or kept as a reference to use at the end of the
experience when putting together an Academic Essay reflecting your experience3.
2. Reflective Essays focus on your personal development, academic connections to
course content, or ideas and recommendations. Your journals are the foundation on
which you build your reflective essays 4. You are required to compile one Reflective
Essay WEEKLY.

3. Photo Essay5: A photo essay is a pictorial representation of the experiential learning

with personal reflections written under each picture. Throughout your fieldwork, you
are required to record key events on camera. This must be submitted with your POE.
A note of caution: Ensure that photos taken do not infringe any stakeholder’s
confidentiality.

4. Oral presentations: Students are required to share their experiential learning

experience with peers in class through a PowerPoint slide show. A hard copy of your
presentation is required to be submitted with your POE.

2 Adapted from Leading for the future 2013

3 Hatcher,1996
4 Adapted from Chapter 4: Assessment of Service learning
5 Adapted from http://wp.vcu.edu
 GUIDELINES FOR REFLECTIVE WRITING6
Description

Keep it short and focus on the significant details only. Include where, when, who, what, as required.

Interpretation

aspect(s)
elements(s)
meaningful experience(s) was (were)
For me, the [most] significant issue(s)
important idea(s)
relevant
arose from...
useful
happened when... learning
resulted from...
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Previously, thought (did not think)

At the time, felt (did not feel)
At first, knew (did not know)
Initially, noticed (did not notice)
Subsequently, questioned (did not question)
Later, realised (did not realise)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

might be because of...

[Alternatively]
is perhaps due to... This
[Equally]
could be explained by...
is probably related to...
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

is similar to... because This

is unlike...
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Outcome

read... feel...
experienced... think...
Having applied... I now realise...
discussed... wonder...
analysed... question...
learned... know...
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

[Additionally,]
[Furthermore,] I have learned that...
[Most importantly,]
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
I have significantly my skills in...
slightly developed my understanding of...
improved my knowledge of...
However, I have not [sufficiently] my ability to...

This means that...

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This makes me feel...

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

This knowledge is essential

This understanding could be useful to me because...
This skill will be important
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

did not...
have not yet...
Since I am not yet certain about... I will now need to...
am not yet confident about...
do not yet know...
do not yet understand...
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

As a next step, I need to...

 GUIDELINES FOR COMPILING A REFLECTIVE ESSAY

1. First, write an objective account of the daily events that occurred. Capture everything
that happens factually without making any inferences.
2. Next describe your feelings and perceptions about what happened during the week -
about your behaviour and that of others. This is your subjective account.
3. Look back at your programme outcomes and reflect on how the week's events
relate to your programme learning objectives. Are stated objectives still appropriate?
Do you see the need for changes? Maybe a concept in a class came alive for you out
in the field, or maybe you'd like to test a theory the next time you go for fieldwork.
4. Refer to provided questions to guide your essay.
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
Task(s) below are provided to students, workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student
should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as
many tasks as possible.
Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay
(To be completed by student)
Outcome: Demonstrate the ability to operate a computer.
Task 1: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students and workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the
student should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to
complete as many tasks as possible.
Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay
(To be completed by student)
Outcome Describe computer technology and information systems that are used in
the business environment.
Task 2: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students and workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the
student should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to
complete as many tasks as possible.
Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay
(To be completed by student)
Outcome Demonstrate knowledge of networking concepts and terms and their
applications. Carry out basic computer network troubleshooting
techniques.
Task 3: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students and workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the
student should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to
complete as many tasks as possible.
Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay
(To be completed by student)
Outcome Identify basic components of an end-user IT system. Implement a
hardware and software configuration responsive to an identified scenario.
Task 4: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students, workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student should
address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks as
possible.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Describe information systems as internal role of a computer.
Perform a systems analysis and design.
Task 5: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students and workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student
should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks
as possible.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Use a programming or a scripting language to share data across an
integrated IT system.
Use a programming or a scripting language to solve a problem.
Task 6: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students and workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student
should address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks
as possible.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Demonstrate communication and collaboration skills through the internet
as a member of a diverse team.
Task 7: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students, workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student should
address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks as
possible.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Describe the role and function of information systems within business
organisations.
Task 8: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students, workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student should
address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks as
possible and provide.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Demonstrate knowledge of system engineering management processes.
Task 9: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>
Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
INFORMATIVE ESSAY
The task(s) below are provided to students, workplace supervisors to decide on the areas that the student should
address at different stages of their experiential learning. Students are required to complete as many tasks as
possible and provide.

Tasks that student undertakes in work place: Informative Essay

(To be completed by student)
Outcome Summarise life-cycle strategies for replacement, reuse, recycling IT
technology and resources.
Task 10: <State tasks or activities given to students in relation to above outcome>

Please indicate if commercially sensitive: Yes No

<Students are required to described completed tasks / activities in relation to above outcome >
 FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES RUBRIC

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed for by the WORKPLACE Supervisor all formal learning
activities completed.
Students are required to make or copies of this page for completed.

Please tick () the appropriate level of achievement for each element.

Task Completed:
Dated Completed:

FORMAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES RUBRIC

Evaluation
4 3 2 1 0
Elements
Positive Makes strong, Makes positive Makes Has no impact Makes
Impact positive impact impact modest negative
impact impact
Self- Always Consistently Generally, Seldom Never
Discipline demonstrates displays self - displays self - displays displays
self- discipline. discipline. discipline. self - self -
discipline. discipline.
Directions Always listens Consistently Generally, Seldom listens Never listen
to and listens to and listens to and to and to and
understands understands understand understands understands
directions directions directions directions directions
Language Always uses Consistently Occasionally Sometimes Deliberately
appropriate uses uses uses uses
language appropriate inappropriate inappropriate inappropriate
language language by language language
accident
Tools & Always takes Consistently Generally, Seldom takes Never takes
Equipment responsibility takes takes responsibility responsibility
for use and responsibility responsibility for use and for use and
care of tools for use and for use and care of tools care of tools
and equipment care of tools care of tools of equipment and
and equipment and equipment
equipment

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20)

 Workplace Supervisor:

Signature:

Date:

REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Name & Surname of Student:

Title of Reflective Essay:
Essay No: (1 of 5)
Date:

1. What? – Analysis

Report what happened, objectively without judgement or interpretation.

Situation: What happened?
2. Affect: What was its impact on you personally?
3. Interpretation: What did you learn from the experience?
4. Decision: What decisions did you undertake to match the needs of an Information
Technology professional.
 REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Name & Surname of Student:

Title of Reflective Essay:
Essay No: (2 of 5)
Date:

1. What? – Analysis

Report what happened, objectively without judgement or interpretation.

Situation: What happened?
2. Affect: What was its impact on you personally?
3. Interpretation: What did you learn from the experience?
4. Decision: What decisions did you undertake to match the needs of an Information
Technology professional.
 REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Name & Surname of Student:

Title of Reflective Essay:
Essay No: (3 of 5)
Date:

1. What? – Analysis

Report what happened, objectively without judgement or interpretation.

Situation: What happened?
2. Affect: What was its impact on you personally?
3. Interpretation: What did you learn from the experience?
4. Decision: What decisions did you undertake to match the needs of an Information
Technology professional.
 REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Name & Surname of Student:

Title of Reflective Essay:
Essay No: (4 of 5)
Date:

1. What? – Analysis

Report what happened, objectively without judgement or interpretation.

Situation: What happened?
2. Affect: What was its impact on you personally?
3. Interpretation: What did you learn from the experience?
4. Decision: What decisions did you undertake to match the needs of an Information
Technology professional.
 REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Name & Surname of Student:

Title of Reflective Essay:
Essay No: (5 of 5)
Date:

1. What? – Analysis

Report what happened, objectively without judgement or interpretation.

Situation: What happened?
2. Affect: What was its impact on you personally?
3. Interpretation: What did you learn from the experience?
4. Decision: What decisions did you undertake to match the needs of an Information
Technology professional.
 REFLECTIVE JOURNAL RUBRIC

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the Damelin EL Coordinator for each essay.

Name & Surname of Student:

Reflective Journal Mark Out of 2 Comments

1 of 5 2
2 of 5 2
3 of 5 2
4 of 5 2
5 of 5 2
TOTAL 10

Mark Evaluation Criteria

2 The journal entry: summaries progress achieved in the previous week; describes
critical learning events and completed tasks; analyses one of the learning events in
detail, using the 4 stages from the template provided; summaries preparations and plans
for the coming week; is well written, concise and to the point.
1 The journal entry summaries progress and planning but lacks enough detail for the Damelin EL Coordinator
to follow what is going on; OR reflection is superficial or does not address each of the 4 stages from the
template provided.
0 No journal entry or seriously inadequate journal entry.

*Adapted from http://www.itee.uq.edu.au

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 10÷2)

 PHOTO ESSAY

The Assignment
Prepare a Photo Essay that reflects upon your work experiences with your host organisation.

Plan for Writing

1. Identify the topic and the theme of your photo essay. The photo essay should
develop a personal narrative that paints a picture of work experiences that are
relevant to your Diploma in Information Technology.
2. Select 20 photographs or images to include in your photo essay. These photos or
images may be your own or extracted from internet sources. If you are using external
sources, ensure that sources are cited using Harvard Referencing.
3. Select the application that you will use to create the essay. You may create your
essay in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, or other MS office application.
4. In an introductory paragraph, provide background about the project details about the
project scope, duration, deliverables, location, stakeholders, impact etc. Your
introduction should prepare your audience for the images that are to follow.
5. Following the introductory paragraph, include the photographs or images, displaying
them as well as you can.
6. Provide one- or two-sentence captions for each of your photos. The captions should
explain the image and connect it to your essay’s theme.

A note of caution: it is important to receive permission from your workplace supervisor to

take photos. Photos taken should not infringe on any stakeholder’s confidentiality.

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the Damelin EL Coordinator.
Name & Surname of Student:
Title of Photo Essay:
Evaluation Criteria
Introductory Paragraph
Images & Image Quality
Captions
Citations
7 Adapted from http://wp.vcu.edu
PHOTO ESSAY RUBRIC7
0 1-2
No introductory The introductory paragraph
paragraph is included contains writing errors or is
underdeveloped and
insufficient
0 1-2
No images are The images are poor in
included quality, or do not connect to
the theme of the essay; or,
the essay fails to meet the
required number of images.
0 1-2
All the images are Some of the captions
missing captions provide insufficient details
about the images
0 1-2
No citations are Some of the images are
provided for images missing citations, or the
from outside sources. citations interfere with the
quality of the layout and
design
3-4
The introductory paragraph is
well-developed and free of
writing errors. It includes all the
required elements outlined in
the assignment
3-4
The required number of
images is included. The
images are clear, interesting,
and connect to the theme of
the essay.
3-4
All the captions provide good
details about the images
3-4
All images from outside
sources are appropriately
cited, and most of the citations
do not interfere with the quality
of the layout and design
Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20) ÷ 4
5
The introduction to the essay is
engaging, well-developed, and free of
writing errors. It includes all the
required elements outlined in the
assignment
5
The required number of images is
included. The images are clear,
interesting, connect to the theme of
the essay, and are arranged in a
visually appealing manner
5
All the captions provide good details
about the images. The captions are
interesting and engaging.
5
All images from outside sources are
appropriately cited, and the citations
do not interfere with the quality of the
layout and design.

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the DAMELIN EL Supervisor during the scheduled class presentation.
Name & Surname of Student:
Title of Presentation:
Evaluation 1-2
Criteria
Ideas and Main ideas or purpose unclear
Content Too little supporting detail or too
much irrelevant, inaccurate, or
redundant material. Minimal or
unsuccessful attempts to take
audience or purpose into account
Organisation Introduction extremely
underdeveloped or missing.
Limited organisational structure is
confusing. Conclusion extremely
underdeveloped or missing
Language Words are flat or vague; colourful
language is exaggerated and
forced. Frequent errors in
grammar and usage interfere with
meaning
Delivery Little or no eye contact; speaker
reads content. Rate is too fast or
slow; volume is too loud or soft;
monotone or highly erratic voice
inflection Halting delivery with
frequent distracting filers such as
“um” , “like”, “you know”,
“whatever”
Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20)
ORAL PRESENTATION RUBRIC
3 4
Identifiable main idea and purpose
may be unfocused. Supporting
details are often limited, overly
general, or slightly off topic
an attempt to adapt content and
details to audience and purpose
Introduction either underdeveloped
or awkward. Organisational
structure occasionally unclear
Conclusion under –developed,
obvious or falls to match content
and purpose of speech
Words rarely hold audience
interest; occasional mundane
expressions or clichés. Attempts at
colourful language are awkward or
forced. Distracting lapses in
grammar or usage
Minimal eye contact with audience,
some reading of content. Some
rate or volume Inadequacies; little
variation in tone and voice
inflection
Somewhat halting delivery with
frequent space fillers such as “um”,
“like”, “you know”,
Date:
Purpose and main ideas are clear
Supporting details are relevant but
may be consistently strong
Successful attempt to adapt content
and details to audience and purpose
Effective introduction brings audience
to topic. Clear organisational structure
is relatively easy to follow. Planned
conclusion may lack subtlety but still
matches content and purpose of
speech
Words that work but do not create a
strong impact. Attempts at colourful
language occasionally evoke an
appropriate emotional response from
audience but may seem awkward or
overdone. Grammar and usage are
usually correct
Eye contact present but may not be
made consistently with all members of
audience. Effective rate, volume, tone
and voice inflection are appropriate to
audience and purpose. Generally
fluent delivery
5
Purpose and main ideas are clear
and focused. Strong, supporting
details contribute to audience
understanding
Highly successful attempt to adapt
content and details to audience and
purpose.
Highly effective introduction brings
audience to topic
Clear organisational structure
enhances audience understanding
of purpose and message
a well – designed conclusion
matches content and purpose of
speech
Precise, descriptive language makes
a strong impact. Figurative or
creative language evokes clear
images and an appropriate
emotional response from audience.
Grammar and usage almost entirely
correct
Effective eye contact supports
audience involvement. Effective
variations in rate, volume, tone and
voice inflection are appropriate to
audience and purpose. Fluent
delivery
 GUIDELINE FOR WRITING MEMORANDUM / LETTERS
Students are required to write letters to host organisations and/or other appropriate
audiences as instructed below. YOU are required to submit these in your POE.
INSTRUCTIONS
Memorandum:
You have recently been appointed as the Chief Technology Officer at MTM. Write a
Memorandum to the Board of Directors and al LAN administrators on measures you will put
in place in the next 18 months to leverage available IT infrastructure to meet the
requirements of data privacy legislation such as the Protection of Personal Information Act
(PoPI).
Letter Two (1):
Write a letter to a South African newspaper outlet of your choice. Obtain the real name and
address of the appropriate person to whom you are addressing your letter and request the
publication of your article as an independent writer on the Business Opinion Section.
Compile a short piece titled “The impact of Artificial Intelligence on jobs of 21 st Century”.
This must be attached to your letter.

Letter Three (2):

Write a letter to your Damelin Academic Manager in which you relate how your experiential
learning has contributed to you applying classroom learning to the workplace, what
knowledge, skills and abilities have you developed, have you achieved the intended
programme objectives? what aspects of the programme should Damelin review to ensure
relevance of the programme, etc.

Letter Four (3):

Write a thank-you letter your host organisation supervisor for their time and invaluable
experience provided you during your experiential learning. A copy of the letter must be
presented with your POE and the other to your workplace supervisor.
Formatting your memo and letters:
Letters must be typed, using the following type settings only:
 Font: Arial
 Font Size: 12
 Line Spacing: Multiple at 1.5
 Length (500 to 600 words)
 MEMORANDUM RUBRIC

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the Damelin EL Coordinator.

Name & Surname of Student:

Recipient: Memorandum No: 1 of ____

Evaluation
5 4 2-3 0-1
Criteria
All headings are correctly listed. Most of heading is listed but needs Some of the heading is listed but Most of the heading is incorrect so it
Heading Sender's organisation name, some re-working most needs re-working needs to be re-written
Contents address, city, etc Format is mostly correct but needs Format is somewhat correct but Most of the format is incorrect so it
All information following headings some re-working needs some major re-working needs to be re-written
are tabbed out to be aligned with TO: recipient and title is almost right TO: recipient and title is mostly TO: recipient and title is incorrect
each other but needs some work incorrect so needs to be re-written and needs to be re-written
TO: Recipients FROM: sender, title and initial is FROM: sender, title and initials is FROM: sender, title and initials is
FROM: First and last name of almost right but needs some re- mostly incorrect so needs to be re- incorrect and needs to be re-written
sender, title working written SUBJECT: is incorrect and needs to
SUBJECT: summarises the SUBJECT: is almost right but needs SUBJECT: is mostly incorrect so be re-written
central idea some re-working needs to be re-written
5 4 2-3 0-1
Body of the Body clearly and logically Body mostly presents information Body isn't written very logically or Body isn't written clearly or logically
Memo presents information and provides logically and clearly and provides clearly, with appropriate detail so at all, without appropriate detail, so
appropriate amount of detail. appropriate detail but still needs needs to be re-written. needs to be re-written.
some attention.
5 4 2-3 0-1
Conclusion Concluding paragraph provides Concluding paragraph mostly Missing some of the following: action Missing most of the following: action
action information, dates or provides action information, dates or info, dates or deadlines, summary or info, dates or deadlines, summary or
deadlines, summary of message deadlines, summary or closing closing thought so needs attention. closing though so needs to be re-
or a closing thought. thought but needs some attention. written.
5 4 2-3 0-1
Conventions Minimal errors in conventions. Few errors in conventions. Some errors in conventions. Many errors in conventions.
(grammar,
punctuation,
spelling)

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20)

 LETTER RUBRIC

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the Damelin EL Coordinator.

Name & Surname of Student:

Recipient: Letter No: 1 of ____

Evaluation Criteria 5 4 3-2 1

Ideas Purpose of the letter is Purpose of the letter is Purpose of the letter is stated Purpose of the letter is not clear and
clear and includes 3 or stated and includes at least and has some details to has few details to support it.
more details to support 3 details to support it. support it.
it.
5 4 3-2 1
Organisation All parts of a business Most parts of a business Some parts of a business letter Few parts of a business letter are
letter are present and letter are present and are present and correct. present.
correct. correct. Includes opening and closing.
Adequate opening and Opening and/or closing is missing or
Strong opening and closing. very weak.
closing.
5 4 3-2 1
Word Choice Word choice is Word choice is mostly Word choice is not appropriate Word choice is not appropriate for
appropriate for appropriate for audience. for audience. audience.
audience. Action verbs are used. Some action verbs are used. Little/no action verbs are used.
Strong action verbs are
used.
5 4 3-2 1
Conventions Minimal errors in Few errors in conventions. Some errors in conventions. Many errors in conventions.
(grammar, conventions.
punctuation,
spelling)

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20)

 CASE ANALYSIS
To be completed by student:
Provide analysis of a scenario/or a case study in which a South African organisation was
exposed to a cyber security incident.
Consult your workplace supervisor to complete this task.
For example:
“The personal data of nearly a million South Africans who used the website
ViewFines to check for traffic fines was leaked in May 201_. The data included
personal information such as ID numbers. It emerged that the passwords kept on the
site were in plaintext, and the operations manager of Aggregated Payment System
(Pty) Ltd, said this was because when the site was created in 2006, this type of
security was enough.”8
Describe what went wrong and how management at ViewFines addressed the problem.
Discuss whether the issue was resolved, and the impact it had on the organisation and the
industry at large. Make recommendations and provide effective solutions/strategies the
organisation could take to “recover” in this situation.

Formatting:
Your work must be typed, using the following type settings only:
 Font: Arial
 Font Size: 12
 Line Spacing: Multiple at 1.5
 length (500 to 600 words)
 Include an introduction, and conclusion

Case analysis will be marked out of 20.

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 CASE ANALYSIS RUBRIC

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the Damelin EL Coordinator.

Name & Surname of Student:

Case of: <State name of organisation>

Evaluation Criteria 5 4 3-2 1

Clear explanation of the Shows superior knowledge
problem of the issues, key problems
in relation to the case.
Effective introduction
5 4
Valid arguments with Critical issues and key
relevant supportive problems that supported
detail the Case Analysis were
clearly identified, analysed,
and supported.
Shows adequate knowledge of
the issues, key problems, in
relation to the case.
Introduction adequate
Critical issues and key
problems that supported the
Case Analysis were partially
identified, analysed, and
supported
Shows some understanding
of the issues, key problems,
in relation to the case.
Introduction inadequate
3-2
Critical issues and key
problems that supported
the Case Analysis were not
clearly identified, analysed,
and supported.
Shows little understanding of
the issues, key problems, in
relation to the case.
Introduction missing or poorly
constructed
1
Critical issues and key
problems that supported the
Case Analysis were poorly
identified, analysed, and
supported.

5 4 3-2 1
Effective solutions/ Effective recommendations, Effective recommendations Effective recommendations Effective recommendations
strategies and solutions, and/or plans of and/or plans of action were and/or plans of action and/or plans of action not
recommendations action were provided. partially provided. inadequate. provided.
5 4 3-2 1
Proper organisation Excellent grammar, Adequate grammar, spelling, Grammar, spelling, Grammar, spelling,
spelling, punctuation, punctuation, professional punctuation, professional punctuation, professional
professional writing, and writing, and syntax writing, and syntax needs writing, and syntax needs
syntax improvement significant improvement

Total Marks Achieved (Out Of 20)

 SECTION F:
GUIDELINES FOR REPORT WRITING
The following headings would help you to write the report:
1.1 Organisational structure/culture
What is the management structure of your organisation? How would you characterise the
culture of your host organisation?
1.2 Expectations
This part should be done at the end of the first 3 weeks. What were your prior expectations
about working in this field, and are there ways in which the reality differs from your
expectations?
1.3 Nature of industry developments
What do you consider to be the important features, and developments in this field,
particularly in the area in which you worked?
1.4 Products/service markets
Identify and explain the product/service markets that your host organisation operates in.
1.5 Organisation-Society connection
What do you see as the relationship between your host organisation and the society?
Comment on the trends.
1.6 Personal development
What do you perceive to have been your principal strength(s) and weakness(es) during your
work-related learning period?
1.7 Handling conflict between Personal/Organisational Objects
Give examples of how you solved any conflict between your learning objectives and the
need to carry out specific duties for your host organisation.
1.8 Key skills development
Give examples of how you developed key skills/competencies over the period of the
placement, including time management, use of ICTs, effective meetings, etc. Give an outline
of the work carried out during the placement period including workshops, seminars and
meetings attended.
1.9 Looking into the future
To what extent will you use your experience to enter the job market or inform your future
studies?
 IMPORTANT INFORMATION;

Where possible, the work-related learning report is to demonstrate your intellectual

development in the work context. It is not enough just to say that you have become more
confident, independent, able to delegate, etc. Try to step back and assess how you have
added value to the organisation because of your Diploma studies. Can you provide
examples of how you tackled problems using skills acquired from different elements of the
Diploma programme? It might be difficult to give your examples if your experience is
restricted to a clearly defined role within the organisation.
NB: The length of the report should be at least 20 pages, double spaced. The work-related
learning report should be submitted by 25 November. It should have been seen for approval
and signed by your employer BEFORE you finish your internship period. Failure to do this
may lead to the Diploma not being awarded. You are required to complete no less than 160
hours in the workplace.
 SECTION G:
FIELD SUPERVISOR’S ASSESSMENT
 WORK–RELATED LEARNING FIELD SUPERVISOR’S ASSESSMENT

DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

STUDENT INFORMATION

Name of Student

Student No

Campus

Name of Damelin EL Supervisor

Campus Telephone No

HOST ORGANISATION INFORMATION

Name of Host Organisation

Department in the Organisation

Name of Workplace Supervisor

Title of Workplace Supervisor

 ABOUT THE STUDENT
COMPETENCY AREAS

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR upon completion of
Experiential Learning.

Please evaluate your experience on the following items by ticking () the appropriate rating.

Rating Scale:
Unsatisfactory Below Average Satisfactory Above Average Outstanding
1 2 3 4 5

Otherwise indicate n/a if not applicable:

Competency Areas9 1 2 3 4 5 n/a

Demonstrates core IT competency in client
computing and user support. Investigates a
given problem using appropriate methods or
techniques, including communication and
technical strategies
Demonstrates core IT competency in database
and information management: Executes most
of the tasks required to administer a database,
such as maintaining user accounts and
performing backups.
Demonstrate core IT competency in digital
media and immersive technology.Classifies
data types, transfer protocols and file
characteristics according to the targeted use
Demonstrate core IT competency in networking
and convergence. Solves a given networking
problem using appropriate methods and
provides documentation.
Demonstrates core IT competency in
programming and application development:
Implements programming solutions using
defensive programming and secure coding
techniques.
Analyses interpersonal interactions to
Improve collaboration within a diverse team.
Ability to read and interpret technical
information, as well as listen effectively to,
communicate orally with, and write clearly for a
wide range of audiences

Workplace Supervisor:

Signature:

Date:

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 GENERAL REMARKS - ABOUT THE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR.

1. Comment on any special project or tasks completed during the period of work
related learning.

2. Comment on the suitability of the student as information technology professional.

3. Comment on the leadership potential of the student.

4. Comment on other aspects of the administrative function that the student needs to
improve on.
 5. Comment on any aspect of this assessment format and content that you may
want us to improve on.

Workplace Supervisor:

Signature:

Date:
 SECTION I:
STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET
 STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET

Please complete the timesheet for the duration of your industry placement.

Date Day Start Time End Time Number of Hours completed Student Signature

TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS COMPLETED:

Name of Workplace Supervisor

Signature validating the above signed hours

 STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET
Please complete the timesheet for the duration of your industry placement.

Date Day Start Time End Time Number of Hours completed Student Signature

TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS COMPLETED:

Name of Workplace Supervisor

Signature validating the above signed hours

 STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET
Please complete the timesheet for the duration of your industry placement.

Date Day Start Time End Time Number of Hours completed Student Signature

TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS COMPLETED:

Name of Workplace Supervisor

Signature validating the above signed hours

 STUDENT PLACEMENT TIMESHEET
Please complete the timesheet for the duration of your industry placement.

Date Day Start Time End Time Number of Hours completed Student Signature

TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS COMPLETED:

Name of Workplace Supervisor

Signature validating the above signed hours

 ENDORSEMENT BY WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR.

Signature of
Workplace Supervisor Date

COMPANY STAMP

Signature of Student Date

 SECTION G:
STUDENT EVALUATION OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
 STUDENT EVALUATION OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the STUDENT.

Your comments are FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY and will not be shared with your host
organisation.
Please rate the following aspects of your placement based on this scale:

Rating Scale:
Unsatisfactory Below Average Satisfactory Above Average Outstanding
1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5 n/a
Work experience relates to my area of study
Adequacy of employer supervision
Helpfulness of workplace supervisor
Helpfulness of Damelin EL supervisor
Acceptance by fellow workers
Provided with levels of responsibility
Consistent with my ability and growth
Opportunity to develop my communication skills
Opportunity to develop my creativity
Opportunity to problem solve
Opportunity to develop critical thinking skills
Provided orientation to the organisation

Would you work for this organisation? Yes No Uncertain

Would you recommend this organisation to other students Yes No Uncertain

General remarks (what was the most challenging and what was the most rewarding aspect of your
experiential learning)
 SECTION H:
STUDENT DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY
 STUDENT DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY

INSTRUCTIONS to STUDENTS: Complete this form as proof that your evidence is all your
own work.

I _______________________________________________________ (FULL NAME & SURNAME),

(ID No)_________________________________________________ hereby declare that the evidence
presented in this Portfolio is my own work, and that I have participated in preparing the evidence in
the case of group work activities. Where applicable, I have recognised sources of information used in
the preparation of this Portfolio of Evidence.

Signature of
Student Date
 SECTION I:
FOR OFFICIAL USE BY DAMELIN
 ENDORSEMENT BY DAMELIN

INSTRUCTIONS: This section must be completed by the DAMELIN SUPERVISOR.

Signature of Damelin
Supervisor Date

DAMELIN STAMP

Signature of Student Date

GRADING:
Deliverables Mark Achieved
Allocation Marks
1 Induction report
10%

2
Reflective Essays :5 %
Photo Essay :5 %
20%
Case Analysis :5 %
Memoranda and Letters: :5 %

3 Work-Related Learning Report 40%

4 Field Supervisor Assessment 10%
5 Oral presentation 10%
6 Student Placement Timesheet 10%
Total:

General Remarks: