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: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear
Course Contact: Paul Castro
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259234
Course Contact Email: paul.castro@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrew Robinson
andrew.robinson@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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
The unit of competency applies to estimating and costing products and services for an identified project, activity or operation.
Discretion, initiative and judgement must be demonstrated on the job, either individually or in a team environment.
Work may involve referral of matters to other workplace personnel. Work is undertaken according to established procedures involving a range of products, services and equipment.
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 |
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 |
Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this unit you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In this unit you will develop the knowledge and skills required for the trialling and fitting of custom-made footwear. Students will be able to estimate materials, labour and time requirements for shoe production, and establish costs for products and services in the footwear environment. This unit also covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and implement production in a work team within a textiles, clothing or footwear (TCF) industry workplace.
This course is part of a cluster made up of:
BUSM8798C -Estimate and cost job
MANU7383C - Plan and implement production within a work area
MANU7378C - Fit custom-made footwear
Teaching Schedule
This course is delivered face to face. While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Week |
Topic |
Readings and Activities |
Assessment |
Week 1 |
Part A Introduction to Costing, Production & Specification sheets |
Class/Workshop Assessments tasks assigned
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Week 2 |
Part B Cont. Costing, Production & Specification sheets
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Workshop activity |
Task 2 Part 1: Prepare for production |
Week 3 |
-Measure feet -Suppliers and sourcing - work on testing of materials. |
Workshop Material testing |
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Week 4 |
-Investigate suppliers - work on testing materials |
Workshop |
Task 2 Part 2: Organise team and resources |
Week 5 |
-Investigate suppliers - work on testing materials |
Workshop / assignment progress | |
Week 6 |
-Investigate suppliers - work on testing materials |
Workshop / assignment progress |
Task 2 Part 3: Implement and monitor work flow |
Week 7 |
-Investigate suppliers - work on testing materials |
Task 3 Part 1: Estimate materials, labour and time |
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Week 8 | |||
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Break |
Break |
Break |
Week 9 |
Costing sheets - Templates - Examples |
Workshop |
Task 3 Part 2: Calculate costs |
Week 10 |
Costing sheets - How and what to include - Make a sample |
Workshop / assignment progress | Task1 - Questions |
Week 11 |
Production sheets - Templates - Examples |
Workshop / assignment progress |
Task 3 Part 3: Document and verify details |
Week 12 |
Production sheets - How and what to include - Make a sample |
Workshop |
Task 4 Part 1: Prepare to fit custom-made footwear |
Week 13 |
Specification sheets - Templates - Examples |
Workshop | |
Week 14 |
Specification sheets - How and what to include - Make a sample |
Workshop |
Task 4 Part 2: Conduct trial fittings |
Week 15 |
Final work to be done on Costing, Production & Specification sheets | Workshop | |
Week 16 |
Submission |
Submission: |
Task 4 Part 3: Conduct client follow up |
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
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
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 a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 –Knowledge Questions: This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to plan and implement production within a work team, estimate materials, labour and time requirements, and establish costs for products as well as trialling and fitting custom-made footwear. Due Week 10.
Assessment Task 2 – Custom Footwear cost analysis: This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to plan and implement production within a work team within a textiles, clothing or footwear (TCF) industry workplace. Due Weeks 2, 4 & 6.
Assessment Task 3 – Custom Footwear cost analysis : This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to estimate materials, labour and time requirements, and establish costs for custom-made footwear. . Due Weeks 7, 9 & 11.
Assessment Task 4 –Fit & Document Custom-made Footwear: This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to trial and fit custom-made footwear. Due Weeks 12,14 & 16.
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Course Coordinator)
Other Information
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.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
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Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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