Course Title: Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2021
Class Number: 1050
Class Section: MST1
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Course Code: COSC6224C
Course Title: Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4403 - Certificate IV in Information Technology
Course Contact: Val Christou
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5076
Course Contact Email: val.christou@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Leader: Aminul Islam
Email: aminul.islam@rmit.edu.au
Phone: +613 9925 0423
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 describes the skills and knowledge required to identify emerging technologies and practices in the ICT sector and evaluate their potential impact on organisational practices.
It applies to individuals who work across a wide range of information technology (IT) areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices |
Element: |
1. Identify emerging technologies and practices in IT |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Access sources of information on emerging technologies and practices in the IT industry 1.2 Identify and document emerging technologies and practices relevant to organisational context |
Element: |
2. Evaluate the impact of emerging technologies and practices |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate features and functions of emerging technologies and practices to determine advantages and disadvantages relevant to organisational context 2.2 Assess and document potential impacts of emerging technologies and practices on current organisational technologies and practices 2.3 Seek and obtain feedback from organisational representative on assessment of impact of emerging technologies and practices and incorporate feedback into report |
Element: |
3. Develop strategies to prepare for emerging technologies and practices |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate features and functions of emerging technologies and practices to determine advantages and disadvantages relevant to organisational context 2.2 Assess and document potential impacts of emerging technologies and practices on current organisational technologies and practices 2.3 Seek and obtain feedback from organisational representative on assessment of impact of emerging technologies and practices and incorporate feedback into report |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course on a variety of topics as shown in the teaching schedule. This may include self-paced and collaborative classroom activities such as:
- Practice exercises
- Challenges
- Problem solving
- Project work
- Quizzes
- Discussion
Teaching Schedule
Course Schedule: Semester 2, 2021 | |||
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Readings and Activities |
Assessment |
Week 1 07 July 2021 Face-to-Face Learning |
Introduction to Cert IV IT Traineeship Program, includes - • Course requirements Introduction to :
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Week 2 14 July 2021 Blended Learning |
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Assessment Task1 Due Date : 18 July 2021
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Week 3 21 July 2021 |
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Week 4 28 July 2021 Blended Learning |
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Week 5 04 August 2021 Face-to-Face Learning |
Review :
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Assessment Task2 Due Date : 08 August 2021
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Week 6 11 August 2021 Blended Learning
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Week 7 18 August 2021 Face-to-Face Learning
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Assessment Task3 Due Date : 22 August 2021
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Extension Request Form : Application for extension of time to submit assessment work For each Assessment Task :
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will need a desktop computer or a laptop to work on learning activities and assessment tasks outside the classroom. You may also refer to various media, websites, textbooks and e-books as indicated in Canvas or advised by your class Teacher.
Overview of Assessment
Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit; including evidence of the ability to:
- Describe and evaluate purpose, features, attributes and potential applications of:
- three emerging technologies
- three emerging practices in the ICT sector
- Develop a strategy to respond to each of the three emerging technologies and three emerging practices, including:
- potential organisational opportunities and threats resulting from the emerging technology and practice
- likely impact on current organisational technologies and practices
- objectives of the organisation in responding to the emerging technology or practice
- changes required in order to achieve intended objectives of the organisation
- considerations for how to implement the changes required
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes:
- Research approaches for emerging technologies and practices in the ICT sector and their potential impact on current technologies and practices
- Technology implementation planning methods
- Organisational technologies and practices
Assessment Conditions
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in an ICT working environment or workplace. This includes access to:
- Organisational representative
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
Assessment Task1 - Identify Emerging Technologies
This practical assessment task is the first of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit.
This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to identify emerging technologies and practices in the ICT sector.
Assessment Task2 - Evaluate Emerging Technologies
This practical assessment task is the first of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit.
This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to evaluate the impact of emerging technologies and practices.
Assessment Task3 - Emerging Technologies Impact
This practical assessment task is the first of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit.
This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to develop strategies to prepare for emerging technologies and practices.
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date via CANVAS.
- 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.
- 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, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.
- Projects must be submitted via Canvas.
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.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Special Consideration Procedures
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: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Online special consideration link: https://specon.rmit.edu.au/specon/
Re-submissions
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a Course Assessment Task, you will be allowed one re-submission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the re-submission.
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: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Marking Guide (Courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment):
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.
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
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