Course Title: Perform computations
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2009
Course Code: MATH5306C
Course Title: Perform computations
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5210 - Diploma of Textile Technology and Production Management
Course Contact : Rafael Beltran
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9179
Course Contact Email:rafael.beltran@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 30
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit covers the basic skills and knowledge in using computer programs such as Excel, Photoshop, PowerPoint & Illustrator and how they are used in various textile processes.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM12024A Perform computations |
Element: |
1. Determine work requirement |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Required outcomes are established from job instructions. |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Blended learning consisting of classroom activities and practical workshops.
Teaching Schedule
Week Beginning | Session – Topic | Element Performance Criteria |
Assessment Tasks |
9 February 09 | Introduction Excel Menus & Functions What Excel does |
1.1 | |
16 February 09 | Create Excel Worksheet | 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 | |
23 February 09 | Format Excel Worksheet | 1.2 1.3 1.4 | Task 1 |
2 March 09 | Excel Charts | 2.1 .2.2 2.3 | Task 2 |
9 March | Excel Formulas BODMAS |
2.1 .2.2 2.3 | |
16 March 09 | Excel Formulas | 2.1 .2.2 2.3 | |
23 March 09 | Excel Formulas | 3.1 3.2 | Task 3 |
30 March 09 | Excel Quiz | 3.1 3.2 | Task 4 |
6 April 09 | Easter Holidays | ||
13 April 09 | Easter Holidays |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
1. Textiles, Tenth Edition. Sara J. Kadolph 677. K116 10th ed. |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Students will study fibres and yarns in tutorials, practical experimentation and through prescribed exercises and assessment work.
Assessment Tasks
Task 1 Construct a bar graph using Excel 20%
Task 2 Construct a pie chart using Excel 20%
Task 3 Create a count conversion chart 30%
Task 4 Excel Quiz 30%
Assessment Matrix
Elements | Observation | Test on Formulas | Test on Charts | Group discussion |
1. Determine work requirement | Yes | - | - | Yes |
2. Perform calculations | Yes | Yes | - | Yes |
3. Produce charts and graphs from given information | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Other Information
Teaching Schedule: (Cluster units) LMTGN2009B
Other Information Additional Information
1. You are responsible for attending all classes on time. RMIT encourages students to attend all scheduled classes to optimise academic success.
2. It is your responsibility to contact the teacher about your results for all assessment tasks for this course. Contact may be made in person, telephone or e-mail.
3. It is your responsibility to save a copy of all work submitted. If you do not have a copy of your work there is no evidence that it ever existed.
4. You are responsible for making electronic backup copies of your work. Use USB memory sticks, save to e-mail or Home drive. Failure to save work demonstrates a lack of computer competency.
5. You are responsible for fully documenting your work. Put your name on all work that you submit, and storage media.
6. You are responsible for submitting assessed work. Do not arrange for others to submit your work, it may not be submitted correctly.
7. It is your responsibility to know when and where your work is to be electronically submitted. If you are not sure you must ask your teacher.
8. You are responsible for keeping any e-mail communication. Using e-mail is evidence of communication.
9. You are responsible for keeping a record of your results for all assessments.
10. If you are absent for any assessments you are responsible for contacting the teacher immediately on return to university. If you intend to complete the missed assessment you are required to complete the Special Consideration form and attach medical certificates. You do not automatically have the right to substitute assessment.
11. Failure to pass or complete assessment tasks may result in you failing this course. You do not automatically have the right to substitute assessment. You do not automatically receive a pass for this course.
12. You are responsible for knowing when you have assignments and assessed tasks. If you are unsure read the week-by-week planner for the course or ask your teacher.
13. If you do not understand your obligations and responsibilities you must discuss this personally with your teacher. Ignorance is not an excuse.
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