Course Title: Plan large electronic projects
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: BUSM6549C
Course Title: Plan large electronic projects
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6178 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Course Contact: Noor Sateh
Course Contact Phone: +61399254013
Course Contact Email: noor.sateh@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teachers
Gita Pendharkar
Phone: +61 3 9925 4701
Email: gita.pendharkar@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Kemps Cheng
Phone: +613 9925 4691
Email: kempss.cheng@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Dr Munir Muniruzzaman
Program Manager
Ph:+61 3 99254415
Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
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
In this course you will acquire the required skills and knowledge to planning large electronic projects. You will develop understanding in how to develop and document electronic project proposals, milestones and completions. This also includes learning how to establish budgets. develop workflow strategies, and negotiate on budgets and timelines.
This course is delivered and assessed with the following:
- UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
- UEECD0027 - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan; and
- UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEEEC0047 Plan large electronic projects |
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Element: |
1. Identify electronic project requirements |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2. Develop electronic project plan proposal |
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Performance Criteria: |
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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
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this course:
- Lectures
• Tutorials
• Group/individual work on projects - Reflective Journals
Cluster Information:
This course is delivered in a cluster (Communications Project) in conjunction with
- UEECD0014 (BUSM6547C) - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
- UEECD0027 (EMPL6000C) - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan; and
- UEEEC0043 (BUSM6548C)- Manage computer systems/electronics projects
You must enrol in all four courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies in this cluster.
Elements and Performance Criteria for UEECD0014 (BUSM6547C) - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
1 Prepare to develop design briefs.
1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied |
1.2 Techniques for project planning are reviewed and applied in accordance with workplace procedures |
1.3 Project is evaluated, and parameters determined using a formal evaluation/survey in accordance with workplace procedures |
1.4 Relevant person/s is consulted and/or site visits conducted to identify other works impacting on project |
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1.5 Project budget is determined by deliverables and quality in accordance with workplace procedures and project parameters
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2 Develop design briefs.
2.1 Project design brief is developed with scenarios/requirements in consultation with relevant person/s and in accordance with relevant industry standards |
2.2 Project design brief is developed in collaboration with relevant design professional/s and/or contractor/s involved in the project |
2.3 Relevant person/s required for the project is identified and their role/s specified in the project design brief |
2.4 Project design brief is reviewed against inputs and adjusted to rectify any anomalies |
2.5 Project design brief proposal is documented in accordance with workplace procedures |
3 Obtain approval for design briefs.
3.1 Project design brief is presented and discussed with relevant person/s |
3.2 Alterations to the project design brief resulting from the presentation/discussion are negotiated with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures |
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3.3 Final project design brief is documented, and approval obtained from relevant person/s
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Elements and Performance Criteria for UEEEC0043 (BUSM6548C)- Manage computer systems/electronics projects
1 Establish the scope of the projects.
1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for relevant work area are identified, obtained and applied |
1.2 Project deliverables and objectives are determined from project planning, other relevant documentation and/or discussions with appropriate person/s |
1.3 Work breakdown structure (WBS) is developed to identify component parts of the project in accordance with workplace procedures |
1.4 Major milestones and deliverables are identified |
1.5 Resources needed to meet project outcome is determined |
1.6 Processes and procedures to manage the project scope are developed from discussions with relevant person/s and in accordance with project requirements |
1.7 Risks are identified and strategies developed to ensure project outcomes are achieved to the required quality standards specified in the project requirements |
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1.8 Project plan is developed which meets project requirements and is in accordance with workplace standards and procedures
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2 Manage computer systems/electronics/ projects.
2.1 WHS/OHS programs are implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures |
2.2 Achievement of project outcomes is delegated to relevant person/s in accordance with project deliverables and objectives |
2.3 Risk events are monitored and project plan strategies implemented to ensure that outcomes are achieved to the required quality standards specified in the project requirements |
2.4 Procurement processes and procedures are monitored to ensure on-time supply of equipment and materials and in accordance with organisation policy |
2.5 Verification of the project technical design modification, installation and/or maintenance of system and equipment parameters is frequently made against specifications and workplace procedures |
2.6 Project progress is monitored against schedule, quality requirements and budget |
2.7 Conflict/s at worksite and/or between stakeholders, clients and regulators are identified and managed in accordance with workplace procedures |
2.8 Variations are managed in accordance with agreed processes and project requirements |
2.9 Project records are maintained, and progress reports prepared and forwarded to all relevant person/s |
3 Complete projects and document.
3.1 Project outcomes are reviewed against original plan, implemented risk strategies, project requirements, safety record and budget |
3.2 Project completion acceptance is sought from relevant person/s and handed over in accordance with organisation policy and workplace procedures |
Elements and Performance Criteria for UEECD0027 (EMPL6000C) - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
1 Participate in the development of a personal competency development plan
1.1 Nature of competency-based training is determined from consultation with relevant person/s |
1.2 Responsibilities/obligations of trainees/learners, employers, trainers and assessors are identified from discussions with relevant person/s |
1.3 Competency development plans are confirmed in consultation with relevant person/s |
2 Follow a personal competency development plan
2.1 Competency development plan is followed |
2.2 Opportunities to practise skills and apply knowledge relevant to competencies are followed |
2.3 Assistance is sought from relevant person/s to overcome difficulties in developing skills and applying knowledge in relevant competencies |
2.4 Progress in competency development is self-monitored against the competency development plan and workplace procedures |
2.5 Modifications to the competency development plan are made in consultation with appropriate person/s |
2.6 Obligations are met for periodic and timely reporting of competency development activities |
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course and other three clustered competencies are mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering
fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information
sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in
the area of practice.
EA 2.Engineering Application Ability
EA2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
EA2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
EA2.3. Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
EA2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
EA 3.Professional and Personal Attributes
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanor.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with cluster of competencies of UEENEEE117A, UEENEEE015B, UEENEEH141A, UEENEEH160A and UEENEE038B in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for the 4 clustered competencies of UEECD0027, UEECD0014, UEEEC0043, & UEEEC0047 is detailed below:
Week |
Topic |
Key contents |
Performance Criteria No. |
1 |
Introduction to the Course
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Introduction to Course Outline and Assessment Criteria, OHS policies, processes and procedures, maintaining reflective Journal Practices Practice regulations directly related to OH&S while planning projects Implement OH&S workplace procedures and practices, including risk control measures and inherent safe working practices in the project
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Plan large electronic projects : UEEEC0047 – 1.1UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projectsUEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects UEECD0027 – 1.1 – 1.3 |
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Project Management Scope of the Project |
Lecture: Project Scope Management Lab: Project Specifications given
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Plan large electronic projectsUEEEC0047 – 1.1, 1.2, 1.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 |
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Planning the Project
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Lecture: Project Plan is developed to meet the cliental requirement in accordance with workplace procedures
Lab: The extent of a program or project is established Project deliverables and project objectives (as measurable outcomes) are established from project planning, |
Plan large electronic projectsUEEEC0047 –1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 2.7UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6
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Work Break Down Structure, Risk Management & Importance of Teams in Project Management |
Lecture: Risk Management Risk management methods, tools and techniques are used, Risk management strategies are sought and applied in the project plan Risk management processes and procedures are developed and communicated, Risk management processes and procedures are submitted to appropriate person, Appropriate personnel are consulted , to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively recognising the cultural delivery while maintaining ethical standards
Importance of Teams in Project Management “work breakdown structure” (WBS) is developed
Potential, perceived and actual risk events in electrotechnology systems are identified, documented and analysed,
, Safety hazards that have not previously been identified, maintaining reflective journal
Lab: Student discuss the work break down structure as applicable to their project. List the various blocks in the projects – Transmitting System & receiving Systems Submit the Project Block Diagram |
Plan large electronic projectsUEEEC0047 – 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 1.1 – 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5UEECD0027 – 2.1 -2.6
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Project Time Management
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Lecture: Costing Specified in Electronics Project Gantt Chart as a tool for time management in projects Lab: Students start working on Gantt Chart to develop a time management schedule for their project
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Plan large electronic projectsUEEEC0047 – 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 2.8 |
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Project Budget & Communications in Project Management
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Lecture: Project Communication, Tracking & Reporting Resources (Components & parts required for the project) Stakeholder Relationship Lab: Students work on the specified budget & list the project budget details & stakeholders involved in the project |
Plan large electronic projectsUEEEC0047 – 2.2 2.4UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects 1.1- 1.6, 2.1 - 2.4
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Procurement Management Lab: Procurement of components |
Lecture: Procurement Management Lab: Students procure the components required for their project and document the procured components |
UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects , 2.1 - 2.4UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 2.4 |
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Lecture: Quality Management Lab: Project Design Approval & Finalisation Schematic Diagram of the project finalised & submitted
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Lecture: Quality Management Concepts of Quality Management Lab: Project Design as per specifications with required quality is produced by students The design is submitted for approval & finalisation Schematic Diagram of the project finalised & documentation submitted |
UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects – 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 1.7, 1.8, 2.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 2.9 |
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Guest Lecture – Electronics/Electrical Industry Experts |
Work Integrated Learning – Project Management Exposure of Industry Standards Industry currency Lab: The submitted project design are checked and evaluated Project Design as per specifications with required quality is again produced by students The design is submitted for approval & finalisation Schematic Diagram of the project finalised & documentation submitted |
UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects –1.1 – 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects
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10 |
Organisational Change, Resistance Management
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Lecture: Change Management Principles Lab: Students, Start Developing Project Students build the systems step by step. Transmitter System & Receiver System Transmitter System has sensors interfaced to signal conditioning module and filter module and then to micro-controller Micro-controller receives the data, analyses the data and transmits it (wired/wireless). Receiver System receives the data through trans receiver and displays the data. |
UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects
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11 |
Conflict Management
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Lecture: Dealing with conflicts in project management Lab: Project Building Development & fault Finding Building the Sensor module |
UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9 |
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Leadership & Ethics |
Lecture: Personal Competency development Leadership and understand its role and importance in successfully managing projects. Approaches to Exemplary Leadership
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UEECD0027 - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
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Project Implementation |
Lecture: Project Implementation Issues Lab: Students develop and build filter module and then interface it to micro-controller |
Plan large electronic projects UEEEC0047 3.1 – 3.3
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Project Evaluation |
Lecture: Project evaluation Time, challenges faced, changes implemented Lab: Students develop & build the Receiver System receives the data through trans receiver and displays the data |
Plan large electronic projects UEEEC0047 3.1 – 3.3
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Project Closure
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Lecture: Importance of Project Closure Lab: Students demonstrate their project to the instructor with all the technical details and specifications Document & update all the project plan, design, development and evaluation |
Plan large electronic projects UEEEC0047 3.1 – 3.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 3.1, 3.2
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Project Feedback - Stakeholders |
Lecture: Stakeholder Feedback Lab: Students Project Work is checked |
Plan large electronic projects UEEEC0047 3.1 – 3.3UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 3.1, 3.2 |
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Business Case Presentation
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Lecture: Business Case template is explained to the students Lab: Each student presents their project with details to the class, working, design details, gantt chart, development, challenges, and final product Students submit the final project report |
UEEEC0043 - Manage computer systems/electronics projects 2.9, 3.1, 3.2
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18 |
Feedback |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through CANVAS and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the concepts.
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the course, following the performance criteria set in the National Training Package.
Assessment methods may encompass a variety of approaches, including written and oral activities, as well as the demonstration of practical skills aligned with
relevant industry standards. Participants should be aware that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher or assessor.
Feedback will be consistently provided throughout the course.To successfully complete this course, you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment
task within this unit. Full assessment details will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards, team work,& reflective journal. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
- Project related assignments
- Project - Part A & Part B
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course results are allocated:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.
Assessment Due Dates
All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.
Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)
You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.
If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs UEECD0014 Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEECD0014 Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||
| Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 |
| Project related assignments | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Project Work | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEEEC0043 Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEEEC0043 Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||||||||
| Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Project related assignments | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEEEC0047 Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEEEC0047 Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||
| Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 |
| Project related assignments | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEECD0027 Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEECD0027 Elements & Performance Criteria | ||||||||||
| Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | |
| Project related assignments | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
| Assessment | EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
| Project related assignments | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| ALL ASSESSMENT UEENEEE117A | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENT UEENEEE015B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENT UEENEEH141A | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENT UEENEEH160A | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENT UEENEEE038B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
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- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
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Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
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Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
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