Course Title: Manage projects
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: BUSM6382C
Course Title: Manage projects
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6132 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
- Md Tanvirul Islam
Teacher
Phone: +61 3 9925 8312
Email: md.tanvirul.islam@rmit.edu.au
- Dr. Bishwajit Chowdhury
Teacher
Phone: +61 3 9925 8054
Email: Bishwajit.Chowdhury@rmit.edu.au
- Dr. Amita Iyer
Program Manager
Phone: +61 3 9925 8311
Email: amita.iyer@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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage a straightforward project or a section of a larger project.
This unit addresses the management of projects including the development of a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learnt for application to future projects.
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: |
BSBPMG510A Manage projects |
Element: |
1.Define project |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Access project scope and other relevant documentation |
Element: |
2.Develop project plan |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Develop project plan including timelines, work breakdown structure, role and responsibilities and other details of how the project will be managed in relation to the project parameters |
Element: |
3.Administer and monitor project |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Take action to ensure project team members are clear about their responsibilities and the project requirements |
Element: |
4.Finalise project |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Complete financial record keeping associated with project and check for accuracy |
Element: |
5.Review project |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Review project outcomes and processes against the project scope and plan |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Reflective Journals
- Team meetings
- Site visit
- Guest lectures
- Presentations
- Competency tests
Cluster Information:
This course is delivered in a cluster (Manage Project and Apply environmental issues to engineering projects) in conjunction with VU21127 (OHTH5803). You must enroll in these two courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies of VU21127 and BSBPMG510A.
Elements and Performance Criteria for BSBPMG510A (BUSM6382C) Manage Projects
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA1.1. 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
EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with cluster of competencies VU21127 and BSBPMG510A in the Assessment Matrix
Teaching Schedule
Week 1 |
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PC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 ,1.4, 1.5, 1.6 |
Week 2 - 3 |
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PC 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2 |
Week 4 - 5 |
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PC 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 3.7, 4.3 |
Week 6 |
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PC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 ,1.4, 1.5, 1.6. 2.1, 2.5, 2.6 |
Week 7 |
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PC 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6 |
Week 8 - 9 |
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PC 2.4, 3.4, 3.7, 4.1, 4.3 |
Week 10 |
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PC 2.4, 3.4, 3.7, 4.1, 4.3 |
Week 11 |
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PC 2.4, 3.4, 4.2 |
Week 12 |
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PC 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
Week 13 |
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PC 3.4, 2.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
Week 14 |
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PC 1.6, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.7, 3.4 |
Week 15-16 |
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PC 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
Week 17/18 |
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All |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT 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 difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment 1:Continuous assessment
Weighting towards final grade (%):25
Assessment 2:Quiz
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
Assessment 3:Project Report and Presentation
Weighting towards final grade (%): 35
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Elements/Performance Criteria Covered | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 |
1.1 | X | X | X |
1.2 | X | X | X |
1.3 | X | X | X |
1.4 | X | X | X |
1.5 | X | X | X |
1.6 | X | X | X |
2.1 | X | X | X |
2.2 | X | X | X |
2.3 | X | X | X |
2.4 | X | X | X |
2.5 | X | X | X |
2.6 | X | X | X |
3.1 | X | X | X |
3.2 | X | X | X |
3.3 | X | X | X |
3.4 | X | X | X |
3.5 | X | X | X |
3.6 | X | X | X |
4.1 | X | X | X |
4.2 | X | X | X |
4.3 | X | X | X |
5.1 | X | X | X |
5.2 | X | X | X |
5.3 | X | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Continuous assessment - 25%
Breakdown of marks for Assessment 1
- Reflective journals based on class and tutorial participation - 15% (Week 1 - Week 15)
- Meeting minutes - 5% (Week 6 - Week 15)
- Peer review - 5% (Week 6 - Week 15)
Assessment 2: Quiz - 40%
Breakdown of marks for Assessment 2
- Quiz 1 - 20% (Week 6)
- Quiz 2 - 20% (Week 14)
Assessment 3: Project report and presentations - 35%
Breakdown of marks for Assessment 3
- Project report - 25% (Week 17/18)
- Poster presentation - 10% (Week 17/18)
Assessment Matrix
Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Continuous assessment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | x | x | x | X | x | x | x |
Quiz | X | X | x | X | X | X | x | x | x | x | X | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
Project report and presentation | X | X | X | x | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | x | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs VU21127 Elements & Performance Criteria
VU21127 Elements and Performance Criteria | ||||||||||||||
Assessment | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Continuous assessment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | x | x | x | x | x |
Quiz | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Project report and presentation | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies |
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Assessments |
EA 1.1 |
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 |
Continuous assessment |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Quiz |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Project report and presentation |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
ALL ASSESSMENTS BSBPMG510A |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
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ALL ASSESSMENTS VU21127 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
0 (Blank) |
Graduate attribute is not assessed. |
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Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element. |
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2 |
Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element. |
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3 |
Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element. |
Other Information
- Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, project work, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 24 hours outside the class time.
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
Study and Learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
• Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
• Maths and science developmental support and advice
• English language development
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and Learning Support.
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late Submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for seven calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than two working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
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