Course Title: Apply legal principles in property law matters
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C6164 Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing
Course Title: Apply legal principles in property law matters
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 60
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Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
LAW5731C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
650T Vocational Business Education |
Face-to-Face or Internet |
Term1 2019, Term2 2019, Term1 2020, Term2 2020, Term1 2021 |
Course Contact: Theresa Lyford
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5444
Course Contact Email: theresa.lyford@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required in the conduct and administration of straightforward property law matters.
It applies to individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to provide support in a range of legal service settings. They apply solutions to a range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
Its application in the workplace is determined by the job role of the individual and the legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBLEG512 Apply legal principles in property law matters |
Elements: |
1. Define nature of property law 2. Enhance professional practice through application of relevant principles of property law matters 3. Prepare documentation associated with property law matters, including costing 4. Facilitate file administration |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- prepare, give and obtain appropriate and accurate information and documents from the parties at the required stages of the legal process
- conduct duties according to organisational and legislative requirements
- apply the principles of property law in the buying and selling of property and preparation and execution of leases
- prepare documentation and carry out the administrative activities associated with buying and selling property and preparing leasing contracts.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, you must:
- outline the scope of job role in context of legislation, regulations and codes of practice
- explain relevant court processes
- summarise current property law
- outline legal processes required in this role
- outline documentation required in property law
- discuss the organisation’s policies and procedures pertinent to this role.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the legal services administration field of work and include access to:
- appropriate legislation and regulations relevant to property law and common legal matters
- relevant workplace policies and procedures and reference materials
- background information on courts, their jurisdiction and behavioural requirements
- office equipment and resources.
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
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.