Course Title: Design and produce text documents
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: OFFC5340C
Course Title: Design and produce text documents
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C3403 - Certificate III in EAL (Further Study)
Course Contact: Baia Tsakouridou, Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488
Course Contact Email: baia.tsakouridou@rmit.edu.au; melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Louise McRoberts louise.mcroberts@rmit.edu.au
Jane Saunders jane.saunders@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 90
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit of competency, you will be introduced to skills and knowledge required to design and develop text-based documents using advanced features of word processing software.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBITU303 Design and produce text documents |
Element: |
1. Prepare to produce word processed documents |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Use safe work practices to ensure ergonomic, work organisation, energy and resource conservation requirements are addressed |
Element: |
2. Design word processed documents |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Design document structure and layout to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of the task |
Element: |
3. Add tables and other data |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Insert a standard table into a document, changing cells to meet information requirements |
Element: |
4. Produce text documents |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Use advanced software functions to enable efficient production of documents |
Learning Outcomes
The outcomes described in this unit relate to Foundation Skills in Reading, Writing, Oral Communication and Employment ranging from ACSF Level 1-4.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of the Certificate III in EAL (Further Study). The program consists of Face to Face teaching and Directed Study. This course/subject will have a minimum of 3 hours directed study per week (one hour of Directed Study Required and two hours of Directed Study Recommended). The Directed Study Required must be completed and will be followed up by the teacher in the next class. The Directed Study Recommended is there for you to further develop your skills and we recommend that this too is completed. Attendance is not required during directed study time. An outline of the weekly delivery plan and directed study is published each week on Canvas.
Teaching Schedule
Course Schedule: Semester 2: 2020 | |||
Week |
Topic |
Key Activities |
Elements |
Week 1 |
Introduction to course |
Orientation and Introduction to course/Canvas/Assessments Tasks/expectations. Complete IT skill survey to note and record individual abilities.
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1,2,3,4 |
Week 2 |
Look at the Microsoft Office Programs and OH&S |
Logging onto the RMIT system and using outlook. Introduce ergonomics do's and don'ts. Question/answer on ergonomics and the computer. Watch videos on ergonomic workstation setups. Record the steps needed. Discuss why ergonomics is important to health. |
1,2 |
Week 3 |
OHS and ergonomics
|
Pair work to discuss and record ergonomics to present to the class. Sitting at the computer, chair and table clearance, monitor distance/keyboard height/rest rates and the environment. |
1,2,3 |
Week 4 |
OHS and ergonomics |
Practice quiz on ergonomics and the working environment. |
1,2,3 |
Week 5 |
Assessment Task 1 Part 1 due |
Complete Part 1 of Task 1 in class - answering questions. |
1,2,3,4 |
Week 6 |
Assessment Task 1 Part 2 due |
Teacher Observation for Part 2 of Assessment Task 1. Teacher to individually assess students and observe understanding of ergonomics. |
3,4 |
Week 7 |
Using MS Word Applications and planning documents – Skill development using gcflearnfree.org |
Purpose of document to include audience requirements, age and knowledge. Presentation of media, electronic hard copy according to audience needs. Sketching - students to write up/draw up what Document Production - students to choose a format to produce a document which must include an image, a table, format and style suited to document style and audience. |
3,4 |
Week 8 |
Using MS Word Applications and planning documents – Skill development using gcflearnfree.org |
Task requirements to practice in planning to create a text document. Students will have week 8 until week 12 of class and home time. Will look at applications, audience, structure, layout and design. |
2,3,4 |
Week 9 |
Using MS PowerPoint Application for planning documents – Skill development using gcflearnfree.org |
Begin learning how to use MS PowerPoint. Learning to create a PowerPoint presentation so they can use this in Cluster 2 for group presentations. |
1,2,3,4 |
Week 10 |
Using MS PowerPoint Application for planning documents – Skill development using gcflearnfree.org |
Begin learning how to use MS PowerPoint. Learning to create a PowerPoint presentation so they can use this in Cluster 2 for group presentations. |
1,2,3,4 Assessment Task 2 due |
Week 11 |
Continue to focus on essential MS Word Skills |
Headers/footers/margins/paper sizes/use of borders and shading of whole or part document. Upload to canvas, cover sheet to be handed in to teacher. |
1, 2, 3, 4 |
Week 12 |
Design and Layout |
Students to practice on format and tools, some advanced software functions - preview, adjust and print
|
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Week 13 |
Begin working on Assessment Task 2 Submit Part 1 of Assessment Task 2 Create a Plan |
Students to begin working on Assessment Task 2. Create a plan using the template for the poster and begin to work on poster. |
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Week 14 |
Submit Part 2 of Assessment Task 2 Draft Poster |
Students to submit draft poster to receive feedback about content, formatting and layout. |
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Week 15 |
Work on Poster | Continue to work on poster making changes as required by feedback given. |
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Week 16 |
Submit Part 3 of Assessment Task 2 Final Poster |
Submit Final Poster |
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Week 17 |
Assessment Feedback |
Finalise assessments and results; assessment re-sits; end of semester exit interviews |
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Course Dates:
Semester 1: Monday 6th July – Friday 6th November 2020
Mid-semester break: Monday 31st August – Friday 4th September (inclusive)
Public Holidays: 25th September (AFL Eve) and 3rd November (Melbourne Cup Day)
These dates may be subject to change. Students will be advised via CANVAS and in class should changes occur.
The course will be delivered weekly. The times will be outlined in the weekly delivery plans which are updated each week.
Your program is made up of:
- Learning activities
- Guest speakers (possible)
- Exit review
All students will be inducted. The induction includes:
- Induction Booklet and presentation
- Explore RMIT website activity
- Orientation to RMIT Libraries (online)
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts in this course, but it is recommended that you bring:
- English-English dictionary (we ask that you do not use a translation dictionary)
- Thesaurus
- Display folder with plastic sleeves
- Highlighter pens
- Notebook or loose leaf paper
- Headphones with microphone (use your own or they can be purchased from the Carlton Library very cheaply)
- USB (Memory stick)
- BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) - Laptop (if you have one)
- MS Office 365 can be downloaded by students (link is provided in main EAL III CANVAS program shell)
The teacher will provide handouts and resources during class time. You can locate these resources on Canvas.
Overview of Assessment
This course is part of a full-time integrated program. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by quizzes, demonstrations and observations and text documents.
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester, in both oral and written form, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
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 the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT university student as well as the responsibilities of the university. This can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities/student-charter
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy
Assessment Tasks
Assessment will take place throughout the course. Your work is assessed on a Competent (C) / Not Yet Competent (NYC) basis – it is not graded. Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks. There will be individual and group projects completed both in and out of class.
Assessment is ongoing and its purpose is to develop your IT and reading and writing skills to produce text documents. Assistance will be given in redrafting and editing written assessment tasks because developing your ability to identify and correct your own mistakes is an important part of the learning process. It is important that you read the specific elements each assessment task addresses on the cover sheet for each task. At the time of setting assessments you will be given clear guidelines about which course, elements and performance criteria you will need to meet in order to successfully complete the task. Submission dates & deadlines will also be clearly explained.
This program consists of two Tasks:
Assessment Task 1: Ergonomics and safe work practices assessment (Week 5 & 6) Part 1 - written is due in Week 5 Part 2 - practical is due in Week 6 Assessment Task 2: Planning and creating a digital text document. Due Week 16
Part 1 - Create a Plan is due in Week 13
Part 2 - Submit a Draft Poster is due in Week 14
Part 3 - Submit Final Poster is due in Week 16
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Matrix
Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to the required skills and knowledge. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. To sucessfully complete this unit you will need to demonstrate that you are competent in each element of the unit/subject on at least two occasions.
You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or student coordinator. An assessment matrix will be available on myRMIT.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your course involves participating in face to face classes. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to successfully complete this course.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student program policy www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academicprogress
You will be asked to attend mid-semester and end of semester interviews with relevant teachers and Program Co-ordinator. The interviews are an important part of giving you feedback and supporting you through your program by monitoring your academic progress
Special consideration policy (Late submissions):
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Extension www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Special consideration is an assessment adjustment for unexpected circumstances that are outside your control, which:
• have a significant adverse impact on your performance in assessment or
• prevent you from attempting or submitting the assessment. Special Consideration www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy
www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
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