Course Title: Use business technology
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: OFFC5210C
Course Title: Use business technology
School: 650T TAFE Business
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6106 - Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice
Course Contact : Doug Gourlay
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5944
Course Contact Email:doug.gourlay@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Inna Kazakevich
Contact Email: inna.kazakevich@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
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
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select, use and maintain a range of business technology. This technology includes the effective use of computer software to organise information and data.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBWOR204A Use business technology |
Element: |
1. Select and use technology |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Select appropriate technology and software applications to achieve the requirements of the task |
Element: |
2. Process and organise data |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify, open, generate or amend files and records according to task and organisational requirements |
Element: |
3. Maintain technology |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and replace used technology consumables in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and organisational requirements |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning experiences are planned for this course including class and online activities relevant to use of technology in a business environment.
Teaching Schedule
This course is clustered with BUSM6232C Design and produce business documents (BSBITU306A) course.
Prior to training commencement a program level induction session will be conducted that comprises the following:
• Program overview and requirements
• MyRMIT/Blackboard
• Overview of assessment requirements
• Pre-Training Review including:
o Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfers
o Assessment of current skills and knowledge
• Competency/Grading Criteria
• Plagiarism
• Appeals
• Extensions
• Feedback
• Privacy
• Submission requirements
• Resubmission policy
• Where to get support
• Student responsibilities
The nominal hours associated with this course are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Week |
Date |
Topics |
Assessment Tasks |
Competencies Delivered |
| 1 |
7th July
9th July |
Introduction to the Course including: Intro to Use Bus Technology |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
|
| 2 |
14th July
14th July
|
Topic: Selecting and Using Technology Topics: Selecting and Using Task - read blackboard materials |
Portfolio Task 2&3 |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 3 |
21st July
23rd July
|
Topics: Use Bus Technology Topics:Selecting and Using Software
|
Portfolio task 6 Assessment 1 Short answer test/ multiple choice test ( Blackboard Quiz) |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 4 |
28th July
30th July |
Maintaining Technology Assignment Maintain Technology Assessment -
Working on Maintaining Technology Assignment
|
Portfolio task 11 |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 5 |
4th & 6th Aug
|
Working on Maintaining Technology Assignment
|
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
|
| 6 | 11th & 13th Aug | Working on Maintaining Technology Assignment |
|
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 7 | 18th & 20th Aug | Working on Maintaining Technology Assignment - read blackboard materials, research Internet |
Portfolio task 22 | BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 8 |
25th & 27th Aug
|
Working on Maintaining Technology Assignment - read blackboard materials, research Internet |
Portfolio task 24 Submit Assignment - |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 1-7 September - Mid Semester break | ||||
| 9 | 8th & 10th Sep |
Working on Final Portfolio task Creating document describing software and hardware used for each portfolio task |
Portfolio Task 26 | BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 10 | 15th &17th Sep |
Working on Final Portfolio task Creating document describing software and hardware used for each portfolio task
|
Final Portfolio task |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
Week 11,12,13,14 - correction of Final Portfolio tasks | ||||
| 15 | 20th & 22th Oct | Authentication and catch up |
|
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
| 16 | 27th & 29th Oct | Authentication & Feedback |
BUSM6232C (BSBITU306A) |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
It is recommended that you have access to a mobile computing device to allow greater flexibility in terms of where you can work on campus outside class times.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of the requirements in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks, for example:
• direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
• review of final printed documents
• demonstration of techniques
• observation of presentations
• oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of software applications
Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Assessment Tasks
To be deemed competent in this course the following evidence is essential:
• selection and application of appropriate equipment and software applications in relation to assigned task/s
• access, retrieval and storage of required data
• performance of basic maintenance on a range of office equipment
This course has 3 assessment tasks and you must successfully complete all of them in order to be deemed competent.
Assessment Task 1 - Short answer test/ multiple choice test ( Blackboard Quiz)( 20 marks)
Due Date: 23/7/14
Submission Procedure: Blackboard
This assessment covers:
1.Select & Use Technology
Assessment Task 2 -Maintaining technology assignment( 30 marks)
Due Date: 29/8/2014
Submission Procedure: via Blackboard
This assessment covers:
1.Select & Use Technology
2.Process & Organize data
3. Maintain Technology
Assessment Task 3 - Final Portfolio ( 50 marks)
Due Date: 17/9/2014
Submission Procedure:
This assessment covers
1.Select & Use Technology
2.Process & Organize data
All Portfolio tasks must be successfully completed to be deemed competent in this unit. The program has been designed so that tasks are completed progressively and edited to a competent standard.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Matrix
Marking Guide (Competency):
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as ‘competency based training’ (CBT). So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based education settings that are often based on knowledge retention.
You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you receive a competency grading.
Please refer to the Final Grades table below.
Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit; this gives you the opportunity to have the level of your performance formally recognized against industry standards and employability skills.
Final Grades table:
| 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 |
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date:
• If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for extensions of time. (Please refer to the information in the Late Submission Procedure section below)
• If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program manager or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks (hard copy and soft copy).
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration
and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for
assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for
assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of work for assessment is available on
Blackboard.
• Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment,
unit code and title and page numbers.
The grading is according to the following criteria:
1. LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE, INITIATIVE, ENTERPRISE AND PERFORMANCE OF WORK TASK
We are looking for a high level of ability to complete all tasks independently as per the specifications as well as
demonstrating a high level of initiative in your approach to use technology in a business environment.
2. DEMONSTRATED BREADTH OF UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE AND A WILLINGNESS TO CONTINUE
LEARNING
We are looking for depth of understanding of the key concepts and knowledge required in designing and producing business documents. You should be
able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of all applicable performance criteria in all the assessment tasks.
3. TECHNIQUES & PROCESSES, TECHNOLOGY SKILLS AND PROBLEM SOLVING
We are looking for appropriate use of technology to assist in presenting all tasks clearly and suitable for the intended
audience. You also need to show an understanding of the kinds of problems that can arise in using technology and
how these might be addressed.
4. WORK ORGANISATION, PLANNING AND SELF MANAGEMENT
We expect to see students organise and plan their work schedule effectively and be able to self manage their time
both in-class and when undertaking self-directed learning. We also expect the timely completion and submission of all
required assessment tasks.
5. COMMUNICATION, PEOPLE NETWORKING, LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND TEAMWORK
We expect to see contributions to relevant discussions during scheduled sessions. In addition your tasks should
demonstrate a very good understanding of the elements of using business technology.
Late Submission Procedures
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time, by circumstances outside your control, you must apply in advance for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/8a5dgcaqvaes1.pdf
Resubmissions (VET Programs):
If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. The highest grade you will receive if your resubmission is successful is “CAG”.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kehn9bz22r41
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