Course Title: Introduction to Property
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Introduction to Property
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
OMGT2214 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2011, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016, Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 2 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 2 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 2 2021, Sem 1 2022, Sem 2 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 2 2023, Sem 1 2024 |
OMGT2234 |
Singapore Inst of Management |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh2 12 |
OMGT2249 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh3 13, Offsh3 14 |
Course Coordinator: Neville Hurst
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 0280
Course Coordinator Email: neville.hurst@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 8.8.68
Course Coordinator Availability: Monday 11.30am - 12.30pm; Tuesday 11.30am- 12.30pm or by appointment via email
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to property and the various drivers that determine its economic and social utility. You will become familiar with the terminology, standards, and practices of the property industry as you explore the political, environmental, social, and technological concerns which influence housing markets.
You will gain insight into the legal responsibilities of property ownership by analysing landlord/tenant and other scenarios and be introduced to the basics of property market analysis.
The course uses group projects, case studies, and individual activities that will allow you to study the intricacies of the housing market from many perspectives—from the theoretical to the practical.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
BH113 Bachelor of Applied Science (Property and Valuation) (Honours)
PLO1: Determine and apply knowledge of complex property and valuation theory to your professional practice and/or further study
PLO2: Professionally communicate to a range of audiences, demonstrating in depth knowledge of the discipline and of the needs of diverse property and valuation stakeholders
PLO3: Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
PLO5: Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
PLO6: Critically examine and reflect on the profession in local and/or global contexts, and question accepted interpretations and decision making
BH112 Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management) (Honours)
PLO1: Determine and apply knowledge of complex project management theory to your professional practice and/or further study
PLO2: Professionally communicate to a range of audiences, demonstrating in depth knowledge of the discipline and of the needs of diverse project management stakeholders
PLO3: Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
PLO5: Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
PLO6: Critically examine and reflect on the profession in local and/or global contexts, and question accepted interpretations and decision making
BH114 Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) (Honours)
PLO1: Determine and apply knowledge of complex construction management theory to your professional practice and/or further study
PLO2: Professionally communicate to a range of audiences, demonstrating in depth knowledge of the discipline and of the needs of diverse construction management stakeholders
PLO3: Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
PLO5: Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
PLO6: Critically examine and reflect on the profession in local and/or global contexts, and question accepted interpretations and decision making
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the unique characteristics of residential property and its market drivers.
- Apply property theories, concepts, and practices to enable informed and rational property decisions.
- Make informed individual and collective decisions regarding property as a financial asset/investment.
- Present complex information regarding property and property markets for diverse audiences.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectures, tutorials, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes. Assessment Task 1: Weekly Quiz (Individual) 20% CLO: 1 Assessment Task 2: Property Location report 35% (Individual task, 1,500 words) CLOs: 1, 2 & 4 Assessment Task 3: Property Purchase reflection and presentation 20% (Group task, approximately 500 words + images/graphics, pre-recorded video presentation) CLOs: 2, 3 & 4 Assessment Task 4: Online test 25% (Individual task, CLOs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks. 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 coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more. Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions.