Course Title: Use laboratory application software
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: OFFC5338C
Course Title: Use laboratory application software
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4397 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Course Contact: Rauha Quazi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277
Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Namrita Kadalbajoo
namrita.kadalbajoo@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
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 of competency describes the skills and knowledge to use and apply computer software for analysing and reporting in the laboratory, field and/or production plants.
This unit of competency applies to technical officers and laboratory technicians in all industry sectors. It describes the application and use of software packages, this software would be for the storage, retrieval, analysis and display of information.
There is no expectation that candidates would be able to customise the software to meet specific needs.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL924004 Use laboratory application software |
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1. Access application software |
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2. Use software for specified purposes |
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3. Produce reports of retrieved data and/or processed data |
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4. Perform simple record housekeeping |
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Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Students are expected to participate actively in all learning activities that include:
- actively participate and attempt the activities to enhance the understanding and application of laboratory software
- discussion and application of the software packages related to each topic
- working independently or in groups to apply the concepts learnt during classes
- working in groups to solve more challenging problems requiring interpretation and application of software
Teaching Schedule
2022 Teaching and Assessment schedule for Use Lab Application Software_MSL924004
The classes for this course run 2 hours a week during a semester
Week No |
Week starting |
Topic |
Comments |
1 |
4th July |
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2 |
11th July |
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3 |
18th July |
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4 |
25th July |
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Assessment Task #1 |
5 |
1st Aug |
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6 |
8th Aug |
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7 |
15th Aug |
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8 |
22nd Aug |
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Assessment Task 2 released |
9 |
29th Aug |
Mid Sem break |
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9 |
5th Sept |
Continue with Databases |
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10 |
12th Sept |
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11 |
19th Sept |
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12 |
26th Sept |
Linking Packages(software) |
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13 |
3rd Oct |
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Assessment Task 2 due |
14 |
10th Oct |
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15 |
17th Oct |
Revision |
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16 |
24th Oct |
Final Assessment and Resubmissions |
Assessment Task 3 Assessment Period |
17 |
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Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Ϯ SYLLABUS subject to changing pending pandemic conditions and RMIT & government safety advise
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None((Learning material provided on Canvas) |
References
Here are some useful resources to assist with your learning: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support/consultations You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information |
Other Resources
Here are some useful resources to assist with your learning:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support/consultations
You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may include a folio of work activities, observation of tasks & reports & quizzes
Assessment Tasks
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher within given time-frame (usually within two weeks of assessment submission) of each assessment task. You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
To successfully complete this course you need to be satisfactory in all of the following assessments(dates in syllabus and in Canvas)
You will be given two attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills.
A third attempt may only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic.
- Assessment Task 1_Using Software Packages
- Assessment Task 2_Creating and Managing Databases
- Assessment Task 3_Test
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning
activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment
dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for
an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE
the due date. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link:
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g.
test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due
date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a
later date. For advice on this application please visit Special Consideration Website
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/special-consideration-extensions/special-consideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more
information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the
skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life
experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency
addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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