Course Title: Design and produce business documents

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2016

Course Code: BUSM7940C

Course Title: Design and produce business documents

School: 650T Vocational Business Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4366 - Certificate IV in Accounting

Course Contact: Ben Sethia

Course Contact Phone: 03 9925 5982

Course Contact Email: ben.sethia@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Inna Kazakevich

Email: inna.kazakevich@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 80

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 skills and knowledge required to design and produce various business documents and publications. It includes selecting and using a range of functions on a variety of computer applications.

It applies to individuals who possess fundamental skills in computer operations and keyboarding. They may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate theoretical knowledge of document design and production to provide technical advice and support to a team.      


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBITU306 Design and produce business documents

Element:

1. Select and prepare resources

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Select and use appropriate technology and software applications to produce required business documents
1.2 Select layout and style of publication according to information and organisational requirements
1.3 Ensure document design is consistent with company and/or client requirements, using basic design principles
1.4 Discuss and clarify format and style with person requesting document/publication

Element:

2. Design document

Performance Criteria:

 

2.1 Identify, open and generate files and records according to task and organisational requirements
2.2 Design document to ensure efficient entry of information and to maximise presentation and appearance of information
2.3 Use a range of functions to ensure consistency of design and layout
2.4 Operate input devices within designated requirements

Element:

3. Produce document

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Complete document production within designated timelines according to organisational requirements
3.2 Check document produced to ensure it meets task requirements for style and layout
3.3 Store document appropriately and save document to avoid loss of data
3.4 Use manuals, training booklets and/or help-desks to overcome basic difficulties with document design and production

Element:

4. Finalise document

Performance Criteria:

 

4.1 Proofread document for readability, accuracy and consistency of language, style and layout prior to final output
4.2 Make any modifications to document to meet requirements
4.3 Name and store document in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without data loss/damage
4.4 Print and present document according to requirements


Learning Outcomes



Details of Learning Activities

 

A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.

The self-paced activities will be delivered thought various technology platforms and include your contribution to wikis and discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.

Online based materials and activities from Blackboard will give you opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated/real workplace environment.

We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.

 


Teaching Schedule

 

Induction Session


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:
    • Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfers
    • 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 Teaching Schedule for this course is as follows but please note that it is subject to change.

     Week

Week Commencing

Topics                                                 

           Assessment   

 1

4 July

Weekly Contents folder: Week 1- Select appropriate technology and software for design and production of business documents

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 2

 11 July

Weekly Contents folder: Week 2 - Organisational requirements and managing files and folders

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 

 3

 18 July

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 3 - Business Documents

 

 4

 25 July

 Weekly Contents folder:

  • Week 4 - Introduction to MS Word
  • Week 5 & 6 –Create and Format Document (read information)
Assessment task - Quiz 

 Complete:Activity task(s) 

Quiz – due date 29/07/2016 
5

 1 Aug

Weekly Contents folder:

Week 5 & 6 – Create and Format Document ( read information and complete activities from Blackboard)

 

Complete:Activity task(s)

 6

8 Aug

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 5 & 6 - Create and format document ( Complete book activities)

 

Complete:Book tasks 

 

 7

 15 Aug

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 7 - Effective word processing

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 8

 22 Aug

 

Working on Assessment - Download instructions from Blackboard 

 

Assessment - due date 26/08/2016 

 29/08/2016

02/09/16

 Mid Semester Break

 

 9

5 Sep

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 9 - Create business report

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

10

12 Sep

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 10 - MS Excel

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 

 11

19 Sep

 Weekly Contents folder: Week 11 - MS Excel

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 12

26 Sep

Weekly Contents folder: Week 12 - MS Power Point

 

Complete:

  • Activity task(s)

  • Book tasks 

 13

3 Oct

 

Working on Assessment Task – Portfolio
Download instructions from Blackboard 

 

 14

10 Oct

 

Working on Assessment Task - Portfolio 

 

Assessment task – Portfolio – due date 14/10/2016 

15

17 Oct

Resubmission

Feedback 

 

 16

24 Oct

Resubmission

Feedback

 

The nominal hours associated with this 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 bit also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Design and Produce Business Documents published by Learn Now Publications Pty Limited,

ISBN 978 187 612 4564


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:

Performance Evidence

 Evidence of the ability to:

  • select appropriate technology and software for design and production of business documents
  • adhere to organisational requirements when:
    • selecting layout and style
    • opening and generating files
    • producing documents within designated timelines
    • naming and storing documents
    • printing and presenting documents
  • adhere to task requirements when producing documents including:
    • applying basic design principles
    • applying consistent formatting
    • using appropriate styles
    • using correct layouts
    • proofreading as required
  • use appropriate data storage options
  • apply knowledge of functions and features of contemporary computer applications
  • print and present completed documents

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, you must:

  • identify appropriate technology for production requirements
  • describe functions and features of contemporary computer applications
  • outline organisational policies, plans and procedures
  • list organisational requirements for document design e.g. style guide

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the information and communications technology – IT use field of work and include access to:

  • office equipment and resources
  • relevant software applications
  • examples of style guides
  • organisational procedures

You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.

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 Tasks

 

Overview of Assessment

The assessments for this course have been designed to allow participants  apply their learning to create business documents and demonstrate their competence in a variety of ways.

TASK 1 -Quiz (Due Date: 29/07/2016 )

For this Assessment Task you will answer multiple choice  or true /false questions about resources and organisational requirements for preparation of business documents.

 

TASK 2  - Assessment (Due Date: 26/08/2016)

For this assessment task you will prepare templates and produce  different business documents according to task requirements.

 

TASK 3  - Portfolio(Due Date: 14/10/2016)

For this assessment task you will  design produce and finalise set of documents - business report, letters using mail merge, power point presentations according to task requirements.

 

You must successfully complete all assessment tasks to achieve competency.


Assessment Matrix

Other Information

 

Submission Requirements

You should:

• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.

• 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 each assessment task is available on blackboard.

• Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Callie Harvey, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.

 

Late Submission Procedures

 

You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.

 

If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days. <check links are still current>

 

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. <check links are still current>

 

More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w

 

Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/8a5dgcaqvaes1.pdf

 

Resubmissions (VE Programs):

 

If you are found to be unsuccessful 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: <check link is still current>

More Information: http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=7usdbki1fjf31

Marking Guide (Competency):

You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.

You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.

 

Marking Guide (Grading)

After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit and you will achieve one of the following grades:

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

 

 

 

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