Course Title: Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: EASC5076C
Course Title: Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4397 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Course Contact: Rauha Quazi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5277
Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
anu.sharma@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to effectively analyse the workplace in relation to environmentally sustainable work practices, and to implement improvements and monitor their effectiveness.
This unit of competency applies to those who have responsibility for a specific area of work or who lead a work group or team. It addresses the knowledge, processes and techniques necessary to implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices, including the development of processes and tools. It includes identifying areas for improvement, developing plans to make improvements, and implementing and monitoring improvements in environmental performance.
This unit of competency applies to all sectors of the manufacturing industry and members of its value chain. It may also be applied to all sections of an organisation, including office and warehouse.
This unit will need to be appropriately contextualised as it is applied across an organisation and across different industry sectors. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team/work group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
Element: |
1 Investigate current practices in relation to resource usage |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify environmental regulations applying to the enterprise 1.2 Assess procedures for assessing compliance with environmental regulations 1.3 Collect information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and procedures and provide to the work group, as required 1.4 Measure and record current resource usage by members of the work group 1.5 Analyse and record current purchasing strategies 1.6 Analyse current work processes to access information and data, and assist in identifying areas for improvement |
Element: |
2 Set targets for improvements |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and specialists 2.2 Access external sources of information and data as required 2.3 Evaluate alternative solutions to workplace environmental issues 2.4 Set efficiency targets |
Element: |
3 Implement performance improvement strategies |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Source and use techniques/tools to assist in achieving targets 3.2 Apply continuous improvement strategies to own work area of responsibility, and communicate ideas and possible solutions to the work group and management 3.3 Integrate environmental and resource efficiency improvement plans for own work group with other operational activities and implement them 3.4 Seek suggestions and ideas about environmental and resource efficiency management from stakeholders and act upon them where appropriate 3.5 Implement costing strategies to fully value environmental assets |
Element: |
4 Monitor performance |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Document outcomes and communicate reports on targets to key personnel and stakeholders 4.2 Evaluate strategies and environmental performance, including breaches or potential breaches of regulations and occurrences outside of standard procedure which may lead to lower environmental performance 4.3 Set new targets and investigate and apply new tools and strategies 4.4 Promote successful strategies and reward participants where possible |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities include
online research & analysis
group discussions
case studies
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Date |
Topic/Learning activities |
Assessment / Prac Activity |
Week 1 |
12/02/2024 |
Introduction to Sustainability |
Introduction to AT2 Project: Resource Reduction |
Week 2 |
19/02/2024 |
Class activity - Ecofootprint |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Topic finalisation |
Week 3 |
26/02/2024 |
Managing waste better |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Week 1- Resource Observation in labs and calculations |
Week 4 |
4/03/2024 |
Product Lifecycle/ SMART goals and Stakeholders/ Project brief |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Deciding the Plan of action |
Week 5 |
11/03/2024 Labour day holiday |
Project plan - Green Purchasing & Lab Waste |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Implementing the plan of action in lab and calculations |
Week 6 |
18/03/2024 |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Class presentation |
|
Week 7 |
25/03/2024 |
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Class presentation Continue
|
AT2 Project: Resource Reduction Submission of report |
Week 8 |
8/04/24 |
Project Talks |
AT1 knowledge Quiz |
Week 9 |
15/04/24 |
|
Catch up class |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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Overview of Assessment
Assessment will include case studies, quizzes, group project & presentation
Assessment Tasks
AT1: Knowledge Quiz- week 8
AT2: Project - Resource Reduction -Week 1 to week 7
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates.
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
To pass the course you need to satisfactorily complete all assessment tasks. Resubmissions are at the discretion of the teacher and/or coordinator.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
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.
If you are sick you should submit a medical certificate to the program coordinator and course coordinator/teacher. If you miss an assessable practical class you need to provide a medical certificate (or other evidence), if you miss a practical class that is a prac report write-up you need to arrange an alternative report with your teacher.
Information about your studies:
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If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE the due date. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
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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.
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