Course Title: Develop personal work priorities
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: BUSM8886C
Course Title: Develop personal work priorities
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4416 - Certificate IV in Screen and Media
Course Contact: Jesse Roberts
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4107
Course Contact Email: jesse.roberts2@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Ron Frim
Nominal Hours: 40
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
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to plan and prioritise own work tasks. It also addresses the skills and knowledge to monitor and obtain feedback on personal work performance.
The course applies to individuals who are required to design their own work schedules and work plans and to establish priorities for their work. Individuals will typically hold some responsibilities for the work of others and have some autonomy in relation to their own role.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities |
Element: |
1. Plan personal work schedule |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify task requirements 1.2 Identify own accountabilities in line with task requirements 1.3 Assess barriers for performance of personal accountabilities 1.4 Develop a personal work schedule |
Element: |
2. Implement personal work schedule |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Communicate personal work schedule to relevant personnel 2.2 Monitor own performance according to personal work schedule 2.3 Document variations between expected and actual work performance according to task requirements and communicate to relevant personnel |
Element: |
3. Review personal work priorities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Seek and evaluate feedback from relevant stakeholders on own work performance 3.2 Analyse variations between expected and actual work performance 3.3 Update personal work schedule according to internal and external feedback and changes in circumstances |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include a range of teacher directed activities, projects, class exercises, review discussions/lectures and independent project based work.
Out-of-class activities include maintaining a digital work schedule and occasional online research.
Teaching Schedule
| Week 1 | Introduction to course Digital tool - MS Outlook |
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| Week 2 | Digital tool - Trello | |
| Week 3 | Stakeholders Workgroup objectives |
AT1 - Workgroup Objectives template |
| Week 4 | Gathering feedback |
AT1 (Part 1) due at the end of Week 4 |
| Week 5 | Giving and receiving feedback |
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| Week 6 | Work task prioritising |
AT1 - Written Questions quiz |
| Week 7 |
Personal SWOT analysis Barriers to performance self-appraisal |
AT1 - Written Questions quiz due at the end of Week 7 AT1 - Barriers to Performance template |
| Week 8 |
Introduction to AT2 Progress check-in Actual vs expected performance Gap analysis SMART goals |
AT1 (Part 2) due at the end of Week 8 AT2 - Progress Check-in template |
| Week 9 |
Review of productions |
AT2 - Progress Check-in template |
| Week 10 | Feedback analysis and evaluation |
AT2 Part 1 due end of Week 10 AT2 - Feedback and Evaluation template |
| Week 11 | No class | |
| Week 12 | No class | |
| Week 13 | No class | |
| Week 14 | No class | |
| Week 15 | No class | |
| Week 16 | Revision of unit | AT2 Part 2 due at the end of Week 16 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.
Further learning resources will be available through the course canvas shell
It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
a pen and notepaper or a laptop computer. You will need to have either a USB thumb drive or a USB/Thunderbolt Harddrive (or both) to store and manage your media. Your teacher will advise you what to get when classes commence.
Remember that the University Library has many resources that will help you and 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 for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assignments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assignments and once you have demonstrated competency you will also receive a result after your final assignment.
Assessments
- Work1of2: Initial work plan - Using a digital tool prepare a work plan that includes assignments and productions, breaking each task into smaller steps.
- Work2of2: Final work plan - Develop your work plan, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Seek and evaluate feedback on your performance.
You should refer to the assignment brief which is available on Canvas for full assessment criteria.
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 Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
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
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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