Course Title: Produce a feasibility report
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: COSC6110C
Course Title: Produce a feasibility report
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5300 - Diploma of Information Technology
Course Contact : Swati Dave
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5811
Course Contact Email:swati.dave@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Contact:
Catherine Han Lin
Course Contact Email:
Consultation Time: Available from the teacher on first day of class
Nominal Hours: 30
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 recommend the preferred scenario from a range of feasible options offered to the client. Students will work in teams produce a feasibility report for a small business Website, and then test their design.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICASAD506A Produce a feasibility report |
Element: |
2. Examine and review alternatives |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Ensure that future client requirements are addressed |
Element: |
1. Confirm client requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm client requirements to determine project scope, and the problem context |
Element: |
3. Prepare and publish feasibility report |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Ensure that the completed feasibility report covers client requirements, project |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.
The self-paced activities will be delivered thought various technology platforms and include your contribution to wikis and discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.
The collaborative classroom based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated/real workplace environment.
We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.
Teaching Schedule
This course is co-delivered & co-assessed holistically along with (ICAWEB429A) COSC 6115C - Create a markup
language document to specification AND (ICAWEB506A) COSC 6114C - Develop complex cascading style sheets.
The Teaching Schedule for this course is as follows:
Induction Session
Prior to training commencement a program level induction session will be conducted that comprises the following:
• Program overview and requirements
• MyRMIT/Blackboard
• Overview of assessment requirements
• Pre-Training Review including:
o Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfers
o Assessment of current skills and knowledge
• Competency/Grading Criteria
• Plagiarism
• Appeals
• Extensions
• Feedback
• Privacy
• Submission requirements
• Resubmission policy
• Where to get support
• Student responsibilities
Course Delivery:
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Week | Week Commencing | Topics | Assessment | Competencies Delivered |
1 | 06/07/15 |
Introduction to the Course including: • Course requirements • Course support documents • Course Blackboard access • Accuracy of enrolment • Assessment requirements/Cover Sheets • Reminder re Plagiarism • Reminder re Appeals • Extensions/Resubmissions • Feedback in this course • Reminder re submission requirements • Getting help Introduction to Web Design |
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2 | 13/07/15 | More HTML5 |
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project (Part 1 & Part 2) specs issued |
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3 | 20/07/15 | Introduction to CSS • CSS syntax & styles • Classes & ids • Font, text & link styles Work on Website project & feasibility concepts |
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4 | 27/07/15 | More CSS Work on Website project & feasibility concepts |
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project (Part 1) draft check and feedback |
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5 | 03/08/15 | CSS Positioning & Lists |
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project (Part 1) due |
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6 | 10/08/15 | Working with Images |
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7 | 17/08/15 | HTML Tables |
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project (Part 2) draft check & feedback |
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8 | 24/08/15 | HTML Forms |
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project (part1 & Part 2) due |
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Mid Semester BREAK Mon 31st Aug to Fri 4th Sep, 2015 inclusive | ||||
9 | 07/09/15 | Divs & page layout with CSS divs |
Assessment 2 - Website Project (Part 1 & Part 2) specs issued | ICAWEB429A ICAWEB506A ICASAD506A |
10 | 14/09/15 | More on page layout with floating divs |
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11 | 21/09/15 | HTML & CSS validation & browser testing |
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12 | 28/09/15 | HTML5 form tags. Advanced CSS |
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13 | 05/10/15 | Introduction to JavaScript & jQuery Work on group Website project & feasibility report |
Assessment 2 - Website Project (Part 1 & Part 2) draft check & feedback | ICAWEB429A ICAWEB506A ICASAD506A |
14 | 12/10/15 | Work on Group Website Project & Feasibility Report |
Assessment 2 - Website Project (Part 1 & Part 2) draft check & feedback | ICAWEB429A ICAWEB506A ICASAD506A |
15 | 19/10/15 | Group Website presentations (in class) |
Assessment 2 - Website Project (Part 1 & Part 2) due |
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16 | 26/10/15 | Re-submission of work if required |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
There is no prescribed textbook for this course. However the following text is highly recommended:
Lowery, J & Fletcher, M (2011), HTML5 24-Hour Trainer, Wiley Publishing, ISBN 978-0-470-64782-0
This book is pitched at an ideal level for beginning students. It covers and strong in both HTML and CSS and is very up-to-date. It is also quite moderately priced, and comes with some excellent interactive videos on DVD.
Other materials will include worksheets distributed by the teacher in class and various Websites which will be indicated. |
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of competency to be deemed competent.
A range of assessment methods are used to assess practical skills and knowledge, for example:
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
- review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
- demonstration of techniques
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
You are required to complete two assessments. You must successfully complete all sections of each assessment tasks to be deemed competent in this unit.
Assessment 1 - Individual Website Project
For this assessment task you are required to develop a static four page Website using the latest standards in HTML and CSS. You will build this Website over 7 weeks as weekly homework. Your Website will be uploaded to a Web hosting server and tested in different browsers.
Part 1 – HTML5 and CSS Template (Due date: Refer to Teaching Schedule)
A storyboard which feature the design of the website.
Project website first/index page with basic text, images and CSS styling.
Part 2 - Four Page Website (Due date: Refer to Teaching Schedule)
A four page Website with a menu, text, images, table and forms styled with CSS. The Website may be uploaded to a Web server
Assessment 2 - Group Website Project & Feasibility Report (Due date: Refer to Teaching Schedule)
For this assessment task you are required to work in a team to plan and develop a static Website for a small business, using the latest standards in HTML and CSS. Your Website must be tailored to the requirements of a client, preferably a real client.
Your Website will be designed, styled and laid-out with style sheets. As it is a team work, you will need to work effectively in a team, and manage your project to ensure timely completion and client approval. You should liaise with your client on a regular basis throughout the project. A project presentation will be scheduled to demonstrate your websites to the project stakeholders in week 15. You will also complete a feasibility report based on a business case study
To be deemed competent in this task you will need to submit and demonstrate each of the following criteria as listed below. The Website Project contains the following:
Part 1 - Feasibility Report (Due date: Refer to Teaching Schedule)
• Research and analyse your business case, define your project scope and clients requirements
• Research and recommend feasible solutions and alternatives for client
• Create your Website project feasibility report and project specification
Part 2 - Website with Coded HTML & CSS (Due date: Refer to Teaching Schedule)
• Basic teamwork and project management skills
• HTML and CSS code which is readable and validates
• A template for the Website with effective navigation
• Styling and page layout which meets client requirements
• Particular features such as forms, tables and email links
• Additional cutting-edge features (e.g. jQuery) with documentation
• Hosting on the RMIT Web server with appropriate folders
• Acceptable appearance in popular Web browsers
Late submissions of work required for developmental stages of the project will be eligible for grading at pass level only.
Assessment Matrix
The Assessment Matrix that maps all assessments to the critical aspects of evidence, skills, knowledge and elements is available from the teacher.
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
• 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 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 each assessment task is available on blackboard.
• 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.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/8a5dgcaqvaes1.pdf
Resubmissions (VET Programs):
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. The highest grade you will receive if your resubmission is successful is “CAG”.
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.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
More Information: http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=7usdbki1fjf31
Marking Guide (Competency):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit and you will achieve one of the following grades:
Final Grades table:
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
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
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