Course Title: Use business technology

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2012

Course Code: OFFC5215C

Course Title: Use business technology

School: 320T Design (TAFE)

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5249 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

Course Contact : Jennifer Crowley

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email:design.tafe@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nancy Everingham nancy.everingham@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 20

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 performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select, use and maintain a range of business technology. This technology includes the effective use of computer software to organise information and data.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBWOR204A Use business technology

Element:

1.  Select and use technology

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Select appropriate technology and software applications to achieve the requirements of the task
1.2. Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit user ergonomic requirements
1.3. Use technology according to organisational requirements and in a way which promotes a safe work environment
 

Element:

2.  Process and organise data

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Identify, open, generate or amend files and records according to task and organisational requirements
2.2. Operate input devices according to organisational requirements
2.3. Store data appropriately and exit applications without damage to or loss of, data
2.4. Use manuals, training booklets and/or online help or help-desks to overcome basic difficulties with applications
 

Element:

3.  Maintain technology

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Identify and replace used technology consumables in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and organisational requirements
3.2. Carry out and/or arrange routine maintenance to ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and organisational requirements
3.3. Identify equipment faults accurately and take action in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions or report fault to designated person
 


Learning Outcomes


This unit applies to individuals who use business technology to perform a range of routine tasks. They use a limited range of practical skills and fundamental knowledge of equipment use and the organisation of data or files in a defined context, under direct supervision or with limited individual responsibility.


Details of Learning Activities

Please refer to cluster subject VART 6036C Prepare and Produce Photo Images


Teaching Schedule

Please refer to cluster subject VART 6036C Prepare and Produce Photo Images
 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Evidence of the following is essential:
• selection and application of appropriate equipment and software applications in relation to assigned task/s
• access, retrieval and storage of required data
• performance of basic maintenance on a range of office equipment


Assessment Tasks

Please refer to cluster subject VART 6036C Prepare and Produce Photo Images 


 You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time. The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a quality indicator that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome. At the completion of the course, grading will be offered in addition to, and after, competency based assessment.


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
 


Assessment Matrix

 For Assessment Matrix, please refer to Blackboard link located in MyRMIT in the relevant folder.

Other Information

Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Special Consideration Policy (Late Submission)
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. Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration.
www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsiderations/online
Cover Sheet for Submissions
All students must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. Please refer to the following URL for further information regarding plagiarism.
www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity/students
Work not seen in progress
If a student hands in any work that the teacher has never seen in class or discussed with the student prior to the submission, the teacher can refuse to assess the work on the basis of authentication issues.

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