Course Title: Design and produce complex text documents
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2024
Course Code: OFFC5347C
Course Title: Design and produce complex text documents
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
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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: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4411 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Theresa Lyford
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5444
Course Contact Email: theresa.lyford@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and develop business documents using complex technical features of word processing software.
The unit applies to those who work in a range of business environments and have skills which may be applied in the provision of administrative support within an enterprise, or by technical experts responsible for producing their own word- processed documents.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBTEC401 Design and produce complex text documents |
Element: |
1. Prepare to produce word processed documents |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify task purpose and audience 1.2 Identify task requirements according to data entry, storage, output, timeline and presentation format 1.3 Select most appropriate application to produce spreadsheet, according to available resources and organisational policies and procedures |
Element: |
2. Design complex documents |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Design spreadsheet design to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of task 2.2 Confirm spreadsheet is designed to enhance readability and appearance, and is in accordance with organisational and task requirements 2.3 Use available application functions and confirm consistency of design and layout, adhering to organisational and task requirements |
Element: |
3. Add complex tables and other data |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Enter data, check and amend to maintain consistency of design and layout, in accordance with organisational and task requirements 3.2 Format spreadsheet using application functions according to organisational policies and procedures and presentation requirements 3.3 Consult with relevant stakeholders and confirm formulae are tested and output meets task requirements 3.4 Use required help functions and action issues as required |
Element: |
4. Produce documents |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Select chart type and design that offers analysis of numerical data, and meets organisational and task requirements 4.2 Create charts using required data range in spreadsheet 4.3 Modify chart type and layout using formatting features, adhering to organisational and task requirement |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Details of all learning activites are set out in detail in Canvas and the teaching schedule below.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topics |
Remarks |
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1 Week Starting 15 July 2024 |
Introduction to the course Introduction, library portal and writing Professional reports. |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. |
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2 Week Starting 22 July 2024 |
Law and Business - Occupational and Work Health and Safety (OHS Act 2004) · Privacy Act 1988 · Equal Opportunity Act 2004 · Disability discrimination Act 1992 · Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 · Industrial Relations Reforms Act 1993 · Fair Work (FW Act 2009) |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space.
Set Up Your Work Area / Workstation Ergonomically and Safely |
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3 Week Starting 29 July 2024 |
Law and Business - Occupational and Work Health and Safety (OHS Act 2004) · Privacy Act 1988 · Equal Opportunity Act 2004 · Disability discrimination Act 1992 · Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 · Industrial Relations Reforms Act 1993 · Fair Work (FW Act 2009) |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space.
Set Up Your Work Area / Workstation Ergonomically and Safely
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4 Week Starting 5 August 2024 |
Introduction to MS Word · Table of contents · Referencing and bibliography · Header, footer · Check box, drop down box · Help function |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space.
Group presentations- 20 min each |
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5 Week Starting 12 August 2024 |
Group evaluation and peer review of each 'employee's recommendations. Assigned Representatives will check Work Area / Workstation Ergonomically and Safely. Students demonstrate how to ergonomically apply exercise and set breaks to prevent injuries. |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. |
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6 Week Starting 19 August 2024 |
Group evaluation and peer review of each 'employee's recommendations. Assigned Representatives will check Work Area / Workstation Ergonomically and Safely. Students demonstrate how to ergonomically apply exercise and set breaks to prevent injuries. |
Style Guide: AT 1 due · Form, FAX · Flyer, Memo · Letter · Budget · Poster · Help Solution 2 |
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7 Week Starting 26 August 2024 |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. This meeting evaluated the requirements of Assessment Task 2 Solving problems with the Help function. Integrating advanced functions into your MS suite skills. |
Commence Assessment task 2 |
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Mid-semester break. 02 – 06 September | ||
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8 Week Starting 9 September 2024 |
Solving problems with the Help function. Integrating advanced functions into your MS suite skills. |
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9 Week Starting 16 September 2024 |
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Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space.
AT 2: Complex document Submit Task 2 |
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10 Week Starting 23 September 2024 |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. This meeting evaluated the requirements of Assessment Task 3 Knowledge check MS Excel |
Skills check- Practical task using data of peers to present in class (non assessed) |
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11 Week Starting 30 September 2024 |
Introduction to MS Excel- · Data entry · Insert Rows and Columns · Sorting data |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. This meeting evaluated the requirements of Assessment Task 3 |
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12 Week Starting 7 October 2024 |
Introduction to MS Excel- · Freeze pane · Tabs, colours · Help function |
Meetings will run each session where we identify Assessment tasks requirements, assign roles and responsibilities and use Work Integration Learning within the class space. This meeting evaluated the requirements of Assessment Task 3 |
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13 Week Starting 14 October 2024 |
Calculations in Excel · Add, Multiply, divide · Aligning data ( Right,, Left, Centre) · Date, Day · Inserting currency, decimal points · Pie charts, Histograms Create a budget using Excel, P&L statement
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AT 3: Produce Spreadsheets Submit Complete and discuss with your teacher in class to allow for Resubmission attempts in class time. |
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14 Week Starting 21 October 2024 |
Excel Functions and Formulas Adding new sheets using eye for detail Crosschecking and exporting documents to present in a meeting |
AT 3: Produce Spreadsheets Submit (FINAL) Complete and discuss with your teacher in class to allow for Resubmission attempts in class time. |
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15 Week Starting 28 October 2024 |
Resubmissions Attempt 2 |
One on on Assessment reattempts if approved by Manager |
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16 Week Starting 4 November 2024 |
One on one Assessment reattempts if approved by Manager |
No class, no extensions – end of term- END of course! |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
A range of learning resources are made available on canvas.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Detailed instructions for Assessment Tasks are set out in canvas here: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/125826/assignments
The Assessment Tasks consist of a Portfolios and Reports.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Matrixes are also available in Canvas here: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/125826/assignments
Other Information
Submission Requirements
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 the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Resubmissions (VET Programs)
If you are found to be unsuccessful (Not satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
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.
Penalties for Late Submission
Late submissions of assignments without special consideration or extension will automatically be considered a re-submission (see above).
Extensions, Special Consideration and Adjustment to Assessments
Extensions:
Extensions are available for unforeseen circumstances of a short-term nature.
An application form must be submitted to the school at least one working day before the due date of the assessment.
Extensions can be approved for a maximum of one week (seven calendar days) past the due date for an assessment. (Where students need an extension exceeding one week they must instead apply for special consideration.)
Special consideration:
Special consideration is available for unexpected circumstances outside students’ control. These include but are not limited to: unexpected short-term ill health, and unavoidable family, work, cultural or religious commitments.
An application for special consideration is made in advance of an assessment wherever possible but will normally be accepted within five working days after the assessment date
For more information, see the Special Consideration page of the RMIT website.
Adjustments to Assessment:
RMIT provides several adjustments to assessment for students experiencing ongoing or long-term circumstances. Find the right one for your circumstances here.
Changes to the Assessment Scheme
Where a change to assessment approved by the Dean/head of school changes an assessment due date, students will be given at least five working days’ notice of the new due date.
Feedback
You can expect to receive marks and feedback on in-course assessment work in time to improve your performance in related assessment tasks later in the course.
Academic Integrity and Misconduct
Students demonstrate academic integrity in their assessment practices by:
engaging with assessment activities in an honest way;
providing accountability for the authorship and originality of work submitted;
acknowledging the work of others and the re-use of original work.
Academic misconduct is addressed in accordance with the Student conduct policy
Assessment involving research with human participants, their information or their tissue, or animal subjects is carried out in accordance with the Staff ethics and integrity policy.
For further information see the Academic Integrity website.
Review and Appeal
A student may request a review of an assessment result or appeal a final course grade in accordance with the Conduct of assessment and appeals section of the Assessment Processes.
Grade Criteria
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
The following grades are available for this course.
Vocational education grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for assessment
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