Course Title: Use advanced features of computer applications
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2014
Course Code: COSC6002C
Course Title: Use advanced features of computer applications
School: 650T TAFE Business
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5281 - Diploma of Business (Public Relations)
Course Contact : Sally Parrott
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5175
Course Contact Email:sally.parrott@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Natalie Wallis
Building 80, Level 5, 445 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Nominal Hours: 40
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 defines the competency required to build a basic website that is consistent with design and technical requirements, and business expectations.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICAU3126B Use advanced features of computer applications |
Element: |
1. Manipulate data |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Employ advanced features of applications in the preparation and presentation of data |
Element: |
2. Access and use support resources |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Solve routine problems using support resources |
Learning Outcomes
This unit defines the competency required to build a basic website that is consistent with design and technical requirements, and business expectations.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit defines the competency required to build a basic website that is consistent with design and technical requirements, and business expectations.
Practical activities, case studies and class discussion as well as work relevant assessments.
This course is taught in co-joint with COSC 6003C - Use Software to Build Basic Website
Teaching Schedule
Week 1
(1) Course Induction
(2) Pre-Training Review
(3) Course Overview
Assessment 1 and Course Overview handed out
Week 2
Assessing the needs of the business
preparing a client brief
business objectives + brand values
functionality requirements
Week 3
Assessing the needs of the business
budget & project timeframes
competitor analysis
Aesthetics and page design
Site navigation
Week 4
Software tools, web design platforms and hosting options
Types of site architecture overview
Pro’s and cons of different software tools & computer applications
Domain name registration
Week 5
Examination of different web software applications available
Further detail around using application features
Assessment 1 Due In Class
You will receive the feedback in week 7. If required, resubmission for this assessment is due by the end of week 7.
(For those in the Monday class on public holiday, Assessment will be the following Monday)
Week 6
Introduction to software application. Students will be shown the themes they can work with.
Week 7
Exploring principles of design
Exploring principles of UX and site navigation
Week 8
Photoshop training skills to make site graphics
Week 9
Further development or site graphics
Week 10
Content development
writing online copy
embedding media
(Mid-semester break 18-25 April)
Week 11
SEO Introduction and Tips
Week 12
Further exploration of social media integration including Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.
Week 13
Website Presentations to Client. Task 2 Due. You will receive the feedback in week 15. If required, resubmission for this assessment is due by the end of week 15.
Week 14
Website Validation & Testing
How to conduct user navigation tests
Website Validation & Testing
integrating user feedback
assessing site effectiveness
Week 15
In class user testing exercise. Task 3 Due
You will receive the feedback in week 17. If required, resubmission for this assessment is due by the beginning of week 17.
Week 16
Assessment Feedback – must come to class for individual appointments
Week 17
Any resubmissions due – final date
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of a particular competency to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.
Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including assignments, journals, presentation and written or test. Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Assessment Tasks
This course is delivered and assessed in conjunction with RMIT course code COSC6003C Use Software to Build a Basic Website.
Assessment Tasks
Students are required to complete 3 tasks. All tasks must successfully be completed to be deemed competent in this unit.
Assessment Task 1 Requirements Presentation (Due in class Week 5)
In pairs, students will be given real client who needs a basic website for a business or product. Students are then to produce a detailed requirements report to be delivered in class. This presentation will cover the business needs and appropriate recommendations for a new website. The report should detail a client brief, substantial research and analysis as to the market and competitor sites, functionality requirements, hosting and domain name recommendations, a site map, software tool recommendations and project timelines incorporating scope for user feedback and site testing.
Assessment Task 2 Website (Due in class Week 13)
Working in the same pairs, the second assessment will focus on students’ ability to create a valid basic website based on the above requirements report. This project will involve a range of research and technical tasks to be completed using various software tools and computer applications.
Assessment Task 3 User Testing (Due in class Week 15)
Individually students will user test a site of another class member. You will need to examine how the website meets design and functionality specifications, site navigation and functionality, plus branding and copy writing.
NB: Students are required to complete 3 tasks. All tasks must successfully be completed to be deemed competent in this unit. More detailed assessment sheets for each assessment task will be disseminated throughout course delivery.
Submission Requirements: All assessment tasks need to be submitted via Blackboard.
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date. If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for Special Consideration. Information on the process and application forms is available at http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ls0ydfokry9rz website.
• 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 work for assessment is available from the Student forms website.
• 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.
Assessment Matrix
Full details on how this course is assessed against the Unit elements and performance criteria plus critical aspects of evidence can be found in the Learning and Assessment Tool available from your course teacher.
Other Information
Nil
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