Course Title: Estimate and cost job
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: BUSM8798C
Course Title: Estimate and cost job
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C3406 - Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production (Clothing Production)
Course Contact: LAURA HOLMES-BROWN
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9317
Course Contact Email: laura.holmes-brown@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Patricia McCarthy-Henry
patricia.mccarthyhenry@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This course covers skills and knowledge required to estimate materials, labour and time requirements, and establish costs for products and services. It applies to estimating and costing products and services for an identified project, activity or operation such as the production of a particular garment.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTGN3003 Estimate and cost job |
Element: |
1 Gather relevant information about job |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Obtain details of customer requirements through discussion with customer or from information supplied 1.2 Develop details of products and services to be provided and any special provisions 1.3 Determine delivery details and methods of transportation, where necessary 1.4 Record details and document specifications |
Element: |
2 Estimate materials, labour and time |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Research, locate and interpret technical information about materials, equipment, products and services required for the job 2.2 Estimate types, quality and quantities of materials required for work 2.3 Estimate acceptable price range for required products 2.4 Estimate labour requirements to perform required services 2.5 Estimate time requirements to perform required services |
Element: |
3 Calculate costs |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Calculate total materials costs and labour costs 3.2 Calculate transport and delivery costs for products, as required 3.3 Determine allowances for overheads and mark-up percentages 3.4 Calculate total job cost 3.5 Calculate final cost to customer
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Element: |
4 Document and verify details |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Use calculators, computers with appropriate software or other aids to estimate, calculate and verify costings according to workplace procedures 4.2 Document details of costs and charges 4.3 Obtain verification of costs, calculations and other details by other enterprise personnel, as required 4.4 Prepare customer quotation in appropriate format to meet required enterprise or industry standards 4.5 Document and record details for future reference
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge required to estimate materials, labour and time requirements, and establish costs for products and services.
Details of Learning Activities
In this course you will engage in the following learning activities:
- practical demonstrations in studio
- design activities and projects
- independent project based work
- practical studio based workshops
Teaching Schedule
Session |
Learning Activity |
Assessments |
1 |
Overview of S4: Course, how the units are clustered and assessment outline. Introduction: Review of Assessment Task 1 for both clusters. Discussion: Studio rules, Patternmaking terminology and definitions Equipment list and any questions raised about first assessments. |
BeginCluster 1 Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Quiz Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Quiz |
2 |
Patternmaking: Trace pattern from existing culotte pattern block Discussion: Workstation set up. Patternmaking terminology and definitions. Possible modifications to chosen patterns. Assembly plans and quality check lists. Activity: Research materials and trims. Draft up assembly plan. |
Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 1 Culotte Project |
3 |
Production: Lay up fabric and cut toile Discussion: Spec Sheets – what are they used for and information that should be included Activity: Complete Knowledge Quiz |
Due Cluster 1 Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Quiz Must complete in class week 3 class.
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4 |
Production: Make toile in calico and fit garment. Patternmaking: Make changes to pattern based on fitting results Discussion: Costing sheets and their purpose. Activity: Complete Knowledge Quiz |
Due Cluster 2 Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Quiz Must complete in class week 4 class. |
5 |
Production: Cut out and sew culotte Activity: Complete costing sheet |
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6 |
Production: Complete quality checklist for culotte, costing sheet Demonstration: How to write a workplan Patternmaking: Trace pattern from existing pattern 1, begin modifications Discussion: Patternmaking terminology and definitions. Possible modifications to chosen patterns. How to plan and organize own work.
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BeginCluster 1 Assessment Task 2 Plan and modify patterns |
7 |
Demonstration: How to write a workplan Patternmaking: Complete modifications, cut out toile Discussion: Patternmaking terminology and definitions. Possible modifications to chosen patterns. How to plan and organize own work. |
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8 |
Production: Make toile in calico and fit garment. Patternmaking: Make changes to pattern 1 based on fitting results Discussion: Costing sheets and their purpose.
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Due Cluster 2 Assessment 2 Culotte Project |
SEMESTER BREAK |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
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The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include activities to show theoretical understanding, practical demonstration and questioning. There will be three assessment and full assessment briefs will be provided.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Quiz Due week 4
Assessment Task 2 Culotte project Due Week 8
Assessment Task 3 Design Project Due Week 15
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. This matrix is available on request from your teacher.
Other Information
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Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/adjustments-to-assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
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https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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