Course Title: Undertake project work
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2017
Course Code: BUSM8794C
Course Title: Undertake project work
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5361 - Diploma of Screen and Media (Interactive Media)
Course Contact: Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nicole McKinnon
e: nicole.mckinnon@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4375
Nat Bates
e: nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
Nuwan Rohitha
e: nuwan.rohitha@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
Peter McDonald
e: peter.mcdonald2@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
Maya Toone
e: maya.toone@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
Janelle Low
e: janelle.low@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to undertake a straightforward project or a section of a larger project. It covers developing a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learned for application to future projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG522 Undertake project work |
Element: |
1. Define project |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Access project scope and other relevant documentation 1.2 Define project stakeholders 1.3 Seek clarification from delegating authority of issues related to project and project parameters 1.4 Identify limits of own responsibility and reporting requirements 1.5 Clarify relationship of project to other projects and to the organisation's objectives 1.6 Determine and access available resources to undertake project |
Element: |
2. Develop project plan |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Develop project plan in line with the project parameters 2.2 Identify and access appropriate project management tools 2.3 Formulate risk management plan for project, including Work Health and Safety (WHS) 2.4 Develop and approve project budget 2.5 Consult team members and take their views into account in planning the project 2.6 Finalise project plan and gain necessary approvals to commence project according to documented plan |
Element: |
3. Administer and monitor project |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Take action to ensure project team members are clear about their responsibilities and the project requirements 3.2 Provide support for project team members, especially with regard to specific needs, to ensure that the quality of the expected outcomes of the project and documented time lines are met 3.3 Establish and maintain required recordkeeping systems throughout the project 3.4 Implement and monitor plans for managing project finances, resources and quality 3.5 Complete and forward project reports as required to stakeholders 3.6 Undertake risk management as required to ensure project outcomes are met 3.7 Achieve project deliverables |
Element: |
4. Finalise project |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Complete financial recordkeeping associated with project and check for accuracy 4.2 Ensure transition of staff involved in project to new roles or reassignment to previous roles 4.3 Complete project documentation and obtain necessary sign-offs for concluding project |
Element: |
5. Review project |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Review project outcomes and processes against the project scope and plan 5.2 Involve team members in the project review 5.3 Document lessons learned from the project and report within the organisation |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this competency, you will gain the skills and knowledge required to undertake a straightforward project or a section of a larger project. It covers developing a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learned for application to future projects.
Details of Learning Activities
In class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Teaching Schedule
Class content |
Assessments |
BSBPMG522 |
BSBCRT501 | |
Wk 1 |
WIP review milestone 1 – Present your progress. Students to individually discuss their participation in the Industry projects with teachers. |
1, 2 |
1 | |
Wk 2 |
Film screening and presentation. Refine industry project concepts and consult with client. |
1, 2 |
2 | |
Wk 3 |
WIP review milestone 2 – Present your progress |
3 |
1, 2, 3, 4 | |
Wk 4 |
Film screening - presentation. Continue build of project's assets - tasks divided amongst team members. Report to client. |
3 |
2, 3 | |
Wk 5 |
Film screening and presentation. Continue build of project's assets - tasks divided amongst team members. Report to client. |
4, 5 |
2, 3 | |
Wk 6 |
WIP review milestone 3 – Present your progress |
A01 - Work in Progress Milestones |
4, 5, 6 |
1, 2, 3, 4 |
Wk 7 |
WIP review milestone 1 – Present your progress - A02 - Design Project 2 Pre-production documentation |
A02 - Design Project 2 Pre-production documentation |
1, 2 |
1, 2 |
Wk 8 |
Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed concept development and production |
1, 2, |
1, 2 | |
Wk 9 |
Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed concept development and production |
2, 3 |
3 | |
Wk 10 |
WIP review milestone 2 – Present your progress with A03 - Design Project 2 Production |
2, 3 |
3 | |
Wk 11 |
Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed production |
3 | ||
Wk 12 |
WIP review milestone 3 – Present your progress with A03 - Design Project 2 Production Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed production |
A03 - Design Project 2 Production |
2, 3 |
3 |
Wk 13 |
Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed post-production |
4. 5 |
4 | |
Wk 14 |
Film screening and presentation.Continue to work on Design Project 2 - Student directed post-production |
4. 5 |
4 | |
Wk 15 |
WIP review milestone 4 – Present your progress with A04 - Design Project 2 Production Deliverables |
A04 - Design Project 2 Production Deliverables |
5, 6 |
4 |
Wk 16 |
Scheduled review and feedback of all assessments |
6 |
4 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
N/A |
References
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians. |
Other Resources
Students are encouraged to make full use of class time, open studio time and University computer lab resources. Please consult the RMIT University web site for details of access times and locations.
Other required resources include, but are not limited to: an A4 or A3 visual diary, drawing materials (pencils of various grades (1B & 2B), erasers, coloured pencils and pens, graphic markers such as Copic brand) broadband internet access, suitable digital media storage such as a portable hard drive or USB flash drive, with at least 64Gb capacity.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in practical exercises, knowledge assessment tasks and practical team based projects.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment for this course is competency based. To show competency, you must complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. Once you have demonstrated competency, you will receive a grade for A01, A02 and A04 and for the course.
Late submissions or submissions that do not reach the required standard, may be assessed Not Yet Satisfactory. You will receive resubmission instructions via email, myRMIT or LMS feedback. Resubmissions must occur within a week of this notification.
Graded assessments which are resubmitted, are eligible for CAG (Competency Achieved Graded) only.
Please refer to the assessment brief for full assessment criteria or assessment rubric. All assessment documents are available on the course LMS page through MyRMIT.
A01 - Work in Progress Milestones
A review of your work performance undertaken by yourself, your peers and your teachers. Three in class milestone reviews and assessment submissions.
Due week 1, 3 and 6. Graded.
A02 - Design Project 2 Pre-production documentation - Work in Progress Milestone 1
Present preproduction to teachers, receive and incorporate feedback. Non-attended Work In Progress meetings will be eligible for pass grade only.
Due week 7. Graded.
A03 - Design Project 2 Production - Work in Progress Milestones 2 and 3
Present production to teachers, receive and incorporate feedback.
Due week 10 and 12. Ungraded.
A04 - Design Project 2 Production Deliverables - Work in Progress Milestone 4
Present final projects deliverables.
Due week 15. Graded.
Graded assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CHD - Competent with High Distinction
CDI - Competent with Distinction
CC - Competent with Credit
CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
The assessment matrix for this course can be found on Blackboard through myRmit, or from your teacher.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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