Course Title: Design and produce complex text documents
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: OFFC5361C
Course Title: Design and produce complex text documents
Important Information:
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School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: Melbourne Cricket Education Academy
Program: C5406 - Diploma of Business
Course Contact: Steven Hansen
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5705
Course Contact Email: steven.hansen@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and develop business documents using complex technical features of word processing software.
The unit applies to those who work in a range of business environments and have skills which may be applied in the provision of administrative support within an enterprise, or by technical experts responsible for producing their own word- processed documents.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBTEC401 Design and produce complex text documents |
Element: |
1. Prepare to produce word processed documents |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify ergonomics requirements and organise personal work environment 1.2 Use safe work practices to ensure ergonomic, energy and resource conservation requirements are met 1.3 Identify document purpose, audience and presentation requirements, and clarify with relevant stakeholders, where required 1.4 Identify organisational requirements for text-based business documents to ensure consistency of style and image 1.5 Evaluate complex technical functions of software for usefulness in fulfilling requirements of the task |
Element: |
2. Design complex documents |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Design document structure and layout according to purpose, audience and information requirements of task 2.2 Design document to enhance readability and appearance, and to meet organisational and task requirements for style and layout 2.3 Use complex software functions to enable efficient manipulation of information and other material, and ensure consistency of design and layout 2.4 Use help function to overcome problems with document design and production |
Element: |
3. Add complex tables and other data |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Insert a table into document, change cells according to information requirements 3.2 Format rows and columns, where required 3.3 Insert images and other data and format, where required |
Element: |
4. Produce documents |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Develop documents, and achieve required results 4.2 Preview, adjust and publish documents according to organisational and task requirements 4.3 Name and store documents in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application 4.4 Prepare document according to organisational requirements, policies and procedures |
Learning Outcomes
This course is structured to provide students with the optimum learning experience in order to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to design and develop business documents using complex technical features of word processing software.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are provided in this course. These include collaborative classroom based activities and online self-paced activities. Classroom: The collaborative classroom based activities will include discussion, problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated workplace environment. We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.
Pre-and Post-Class: This is online, by logging on to your Canvas (Learning Management System) course, and includes required pre-class reading and activities and post-class exercises and activities. Other self-paced activities will be delivered through various technology platforms. These may include your contribution to discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.
Sessions: There are one face-to-face classroom sessions (tutorials ) and workshop for this unit each week. There are additional activities to support learning and research.
Teaching Schedule
The course BSBTEC401 Design and produce complex text documents is related to Administration Support. The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
The Teaching Schedule for this course is as follows:
| WEEK | TOPIC | ACTIVITIES | ASSESSMENT |
| 1
|
RMIT Welcome and Orientation
Word Basics |
Read all introductory modules Watch the Welcome video Note your supports |
Download and read the assessments and requirements Note the due dates of your assessment in your calendar |
| 2
|
Computer Operation
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 3 |
Publishing
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 4 |
Document Design
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 5 |
Building Blocks
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 6 |
Templates
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 7 |
Tables
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
|
MID-SEMESTER BREAK |
|
|
| 8 |
Document Sections
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 9 |
Graphics Elements
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed Submit Assessment Task 1 - Produce a Flyer |
| 10 |
Importing
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 11 |
Large Documents
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed
|
| 12 |
Mail Merge
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed Submit Assessment Task 2 - Produce a Report
|
| 13 |
Fields
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed Submit Assessment Task 3 - Produce a Letter |
| 14 |
Forms
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Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 15 |
Macros
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Do the pre-class activities Do the "How to" exercises Do the after-class activities |
Check the after-class activities for assessment questions that can be completed |
| 16 |
Assessment Workshop
|
Do the pre-class activities Do the after-class activities |
Submit Assessment Task 4 - Produce a Form |
| 17 | Resubmissions |
|
Final resubmissions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
All teaching and learning materials are available on Canvas.
Overview of Assessment
In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:
Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- prepare design and produce at least four complex text documents.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
- follow organisational and safe work practices
- adhere to organisational requirements for:
- producing documents within designated timelines
- naming and storing documents
- adhere to task requirements when producing complex documents including:
- using appropriate styles and layout consistently throughout the document
- using correct formatting and document structure
- use the following features:
- mail merge
- document styles
- references (footnotes/endnotes)
- Table of Contents
- paragraph
- line spacing
- section breaks
- alternating headers
- footers
- resolve issues by referring to user documentation and online help
- apply knowledge of complex operation and functions of industry software applications.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- formatting styles and their effect on formatting, readability and appearance of documents
- organisational requirements for ergonomics, work periods and breaks, and conservation techniques
- purpose and contents of an organisational style guide
- key aspects of organisational policies and procedures.
Assessment Conditions
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.
- This includes access to:
- organisational policies and procedures
- workplace documentation and resources relevant to performance evidence
- industry software packages and user instructions.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
Students are required to successfully complete all assessment tasks to be deemed competent in this course. NOTE: Details about specific tasks and assessment criteria will be included in Canvas.
Type of Product: Portfolio
Assessment Task 1 - Produce a Flyer With Logo
Summary and purpose:
Completing this task will allow you to demonstrate your ability to design and produce a document using graphics elements, including grouping and design principles. You will demonstrate their knowledge of general computer usage for an ergonomic workstation, breaks and exercises, and conservation procedures for an office.
Assessment Task 2 - Produce a Report
Summary and purpose:
Completing this task will allow you to demonstrate your ability to design and produce a report that includes structure and layout elements, such as Section Breaks, Tables, Headers and Footers; complex functions, such as and Table of Contents; formatting and graphics elements, such as Charts; and text formatting. You will demonstrate these activities according to organisational and task requirements by clarifying specifications and timelines with stakeholders and using the Stingray Corporation Style Guide.
Assessment Task 3 - Produce a Letter
Summary and purpose:
Completing this task will allow you to demonstrate their ability to design and produce a business letter that includes a graphics element, such as the company logo; complex functions, such as a Mail Merge with a Data Source. You will demonstrate these activities according to organisational and task requirements by using the Stingray Corporation Style Guide.
Assessment Task 4 - Produce a Letter
Summary and purpose:
Completing this task will allow you to demonstrate your ability to design and produce a form that includes structure and layout elements, such as Page Layout and borders; style elements such as Colour Fill; graphics elements, such as the company logo; complex functions, such as Fields and Controls, such as a Drop-Down List, Date, Check Box, Formulas, and Password Protection; formatting elements, such as Currency Format, and Printing functions. You will demonstrate these activities according to organisational and task requirements by using the Stingray Corporation Style Guide.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix maps of all the assessment requirements are located on the Canvas shell.
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date via Canvas.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes
a declaration and statement of authorship.
• Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment,
unit code and title and page numbers.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
Extension of Time. If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Form to use is found in the section "How to apply."
Special Consideration. Where more than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Resubmission (VE Programs)
If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a course assessment task (or you do not submit the assessment tasks/attend the assessment) you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission in Canvas.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment.
More information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Marking Guide (Competency):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying. You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
- CA Competency Achieved
- NYC Not Yet Competent
- DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
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